Newly Gut-Renovated Townhouse Offered 15% Below Replacement Cost



26 West 87 is a contemporary mint-condition townhouse, originally built in 1881 in the Renaissance Revival style. This modern mansion underwent a meticulous 2-year gut-renovation, finished in 2019. At one time it was the home of jazz legend Billie Holiday.Spanning approximately 7,750 interior square feet (including 1,250 below grade), this 20'- wide townhouse has 7 bedrooms, 6 full bathrooms and 2 powder rooms along with 2 sunny outdoor spaces measuring approximately 640 square feet. Enjoy bright rooms with grand proportions, glistening light, and soaring ceiling heights up to 12 feet. 9 fireplaces, a screening room with full kitchen and bar, wine cellar, mud room and large skylight at top of staircase. The townhouse is designed to showcase a private art collection.



PARLOR FLOOR

Enter this luxurious home via the L-shaped box stoop. The grand mahogany doors welcome you, and digital entry makes for easy access coming home. The foyer showcases detailed paneling, a chandelier, and herringbone oak floors. Continuing through the foyer into the home reveals an exceptional living room. The 12-foot carved plaster ceiling and stately fireplace mantle adorn this remarkable room. A Private office is situated off of living area.



The state of the art kitchen has every modern amenity including SubZero refrigerator/freezer, a Bertazzoni six-burner gas range, 2 Fisher and Paykel dishwashers, 2 sinks, marble countertops, subway tile backsplash, wine refrigerator, full wet bar and powder room. Additionally, the kitchen can be separated via pocket doors.



The formal dining room has grand proportions, expansive windows, ornate millwork on the ceiling, and is ideal to host intimate gatherings or larger events.



THIRD FLOOR

This level is designed as a private, luxurious primary suite. Measuring over 1,200 square feet, it is a romantic, sophisticated and functional space to relax and recharge. The primary bedroom enjoys ornate details, a picturesque window, an elegant fireplace, and a large dressing room. A spacious marble bathroom offers radiant heat, a deep soaking tub, dual sinks and a spa shower. Completing the level is a private library with a fireplace, herringbone floors, and large windows.



FOURTH FLOOR

Split bedrooms are spacious and bright. The first bedroom is elegantly crafted with beautiful fireplace, expansive windows, full desk area, generous closet space, full ensuite bathroom and balcony. The second bedroom features an elegant fireplace, king sized bed, seating area plus desk area and full ensuite bathroom.



FIFTH FLOOR

Two more generously sized bedrooms are bright and spacious. One bedroom is presently configured as a private office for all work from home needs. Room