Residence
The Mansion
One of the most rare and remarkable properties to ever come to market in the heart of the West Village, 44-46 Barrow Street offers an extraordinary chance to own a piece of history. Available for the first time in over 120 years, this grand, double-wide property spans an impressive 44 feet and represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to create a custom residence in one of Manhattan’s most coveted neighborhoods.
History and Scale
This property’s scale is unmatched. Originally two side-by-side townhomes, the mansion now offers over 44 feet of frontage and the ability to create a nearly 13,000 square foot residence, with approximately 10,500 square feet above grade and an additional 2,200 square foot cellar. The possibilities are limitless.
For over a century, this address was home to the Greenwich House Music School, founded in 1905 to provide musical training for children arriving through Ellis Island. Over time, the Greenwich House became a cornerstone of affordable arts education, community engagement, and live performance in the West Village, weaving cultural significance into every inch of this property.
Architectural Highlights
The mansion’s classic façade exudes timeless elegance, with Juliet balconies, two stately entryways, and 18 oversized windows framed by white muntins. Period details, light-filled interiors, and a skylit staircase create a sense of openness and grandeur. Inside, a concert hall stands as a reminder of the property’s storied past, while the sprawling rooftop invites endless design possibilities with sunlight and sweeping views over the landmarked Village streetscape.
The extraordinary width of the home allows for horizontal living, a rarity among New York townhouses. This unique layout offers both large-scale entertaining spaces and intimate living areas, all bathed in natural light thanks to the surrounding low-rise, landmarked buildings.
Interior Rooms:
The over 44-foot width of the townhouse offers a sublime opportunity for horizontal living rather than the vertical living found in most townhouses. The impressive width allows for the luxury of either large-scale or intimate entertaining to take place in the massive rooms, all of which receive abundant sunlight due to the surrounding low landmarked townhouses. The possibilities are endless to create grand entertaining spaces, living/recreation areas, and a multitude of gracious bedrooms.
Garden Oasis
The private garden is one of Manhattan’s largest, a 1,500-square-foot sanctuary framed by ivy-covered stone walls and mature trees. Measuring over 44 feet wide by 35 feet deep, this outdoor retreat is perfect for creating an al fresco haven, with room for a state-of-the-art outdoor kitchen, dining and lounge areas, a pergola, and recreation spaces. Quiet and secluded, it’s an unparalleled escape in the heart of the city.
