712 Broadway #3

Every once in a while, a special property comes to market that captures the true spirit and essence of its neighborhood. 712 Broadway, Loft 3 is that residence. Filled with authentic character, and thoughtfully restored with great attention to detail, this dramatic full-floor loft is guaranteed to impress with grand proportions, a sprawling 2-bedroom, 3 bath layout and beautifully preserved original details throughout. Step off the key-locked elevator to a grand-scaled Living/Dining room with 12.5' terra-cotta vaulted ceilings, exposed brick walls, wide-plank white oak floors and open views down to Washington Square Park from a wall of tilt-and-turn picture windows. The enormous open chef's kitchen is reminiscent of a Mediterranean farmhouse and features an 8-foot long reclaimed pine work island, a 60-inch dual fuel professional Wolf range vented to the outside, gorgeous imported antique tiles and abundant storage and pantry space. Beyond the entertaining area, a long hallway lined with bookshelves leads to two spacious bedrooms and 3 tastefully renovated bathrooms. The primary bedroom suite is a pin-drop quiet sanctuary with ample closets and a charming en-suite bathroom replete with double sinks and a freestanding claw foot shower-tub. The bright guest bedroom is generously sized with two walk-in closets, and offers easy access to a spacious hall bathroom with a custom double vanity, Duravit commode, a separate shower room with dual rain shower heads and charming antique tiled accents throughout. Every inch of this enchanted home has been carefully curated using materials and finishes that respect and compliment the original architecture. From the aged brass switch plates with rotary dimmers, to the hand selected antique tiles, to the imported brass faucets from Herbeau, this rustic yet polished residence will warm your heart and soothe your soul. Additional amenities include central air conditioning, a Bosch washer-dryer and numerous storage closets throughout. Built in 1892 and designed by Alfred Zucker in the Romanesque style, the iconic 8-story building converted to an artist cooperative in 1982. Joined with its neighbor at 714 Broadway, the 18-unit coop is financially sound and responsibly managed. The building is zoned Artist in Residence (AIR) and a waiver letter is permitted. Building amenities include a key-locked elevator, video intercom security system and private locked storage rooms in the basement. And of course there's the central location, putting you right at the crossroads of Noho and Greenwich Village, just two blocks from Washington Square Park with the neighborhood's best restaurants, cafes, boutiques, fitness centers and all major subway lines right at your doorstep. A truly unique offering in the very heart of Downtown!