About this property
This triple mint, turn-key 6,576 square foot brownstone is located on the most desirable tree-lined park block of the Central Park West Historic District. Completed in 1889 by Thom & Wilson in the Queen Anne and Neo-Renaissance styles, the 20 foot wide townhouse boasts exceptional architectural detail, superb scale, light and views, overlooking a row of 18 Neo-Georgian brick mansions and the neighboring townhouse gardens. 37 West 74th Street has been fortunate to survive as a single family residence for 135 years, rich in original interior and exterior architectural detail, boasting magnificent woodwork and a spectacular skylight. With ceilings rising to 13’6”, the impressive interiors include a gracious entry and stair hall which lead to an enfilade of large reception rooms. In addition to the Living Room, Dining Room, Library and Sitting Room, there are 6 Bedrooms, 6.5 Bathrooms, a landscaped Terrace and 7 wood-burning fireplaces. An Eat-In-Chef’s Kitchen and a glorious 22 foot high double-height Atrium overlook a lush, landscaped garden. The mature garden, fully irrigated, boasts mature hydrangeas, a crepe myrtle tree and includes a built-in Thermador grill and firewood storage. The Kitchen features a handsome oak island and oak cabinetry, a pair of full size Sub-Zero refrigerators, a full size Sub-Zero freezer, vented Thermador appliances. A full Laundry and 3 Storage Rooms complete this special home.
Fully renovated, the house features 5-zone central air conditioning, all new windows, a water filtration system, a state-of-the-art security system, and a 3-story “elevette”. Finishes include the meticulous restoration and maintenance of marvelous mahogany, sycamore, cherry and oak detail throughout. Interior square footage of 6,576, with an additional 1,450 on the lower level, and an exterior square footage of 900.
37 West 74th Street provides the ideal combination of 19th century detail and every convenience of the present day.
Note: The first, third and fourth images have been virtually staged.
