A 1920s Loft Hits the Market in Midtown Manhattan for $940K

The live/work flat comes with 13-foot ceilings, polished cement floors, and a Murphy bed.
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Location: 529 West 42nd Street, 2G, New York, New York

Price: $940,000

Year Built: 1929

Footprint: 1,100 square feet

From the Agent: "Here it is, a true live/work building—enjoy a rare and vibrant, downtown loft–like apartment with the convenience of midtown living. With both industrial and pre-war character, and a contemporary and modern feel, this stunning residence boasts over 1,100 square feet, soaring ~13-foot ceilings, and custom-fitted storage and shelving throughout. The design includes high-end custom concrete flooring, which is durable and complements the sophisticated space. Surrounded by three large windows on the main level, the grand space offers a myriad of possibilities. It can be enjoyed as-is—a completely open concept living/dining room and kitchen—or can easily be converted into a traditional one-bedroom space."

A charming foyer with ample storage leads to the main living areas.

A charming foyer with ample storage leads to the main living areas.

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Tall windows and floor-to-ceiling wood shelving enhances the apartment’s sense of space.

Tall windows and floor-to-ceiling wood shelving enhances the apartment’s sense of space.

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The kitchen is dressed in a classic white aesthetic, with stone countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a large stove with an industrial range hood, and European glass cabinets. A custom wine vault and large pantry are also included.

The kitchen is dressed in a classic white aesthetic, with stone countertops, stainless-steel appliances, a large stove with an industrial range hood, and European glass cabinets. A custom wine vault and large pantry are also included.

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Storage closets line the wall leading to the fully remodeled bath.

Storage closets line the wall leading to the fully remodeled bath.

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A floating staircase leads to a quiet, light-filled loft, which is currently set up as an office. 

A floating staircase leads to a quiet, light-filled loft, which is currently set up as an office. 

529 West 42nd Street, 2G, in New York, New York, is currently listed for $940,000 by Kristi Ambrosetti of Sotheby's International Realty.

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