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Restored Greek Revival Townhouse
For Sale
$12,500,000

56 CHARLES St, New York, NY 10014

Historic townhouse with modern luxury, convertible to single-family mansion.

Property Size6,000 SF
Price / SF$2,083
Days on Market111

Property Features for 56 CHARLES St

General Information

Standard status Active
Size 6,000 SF
Property subtype Multi Family

Building Details

Year Built 1850
Listing Agency: Leslie J Garfield
Listed By: Matthew Lipsky · License #10301217047
Source: Elliman
Added: Apr 22 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Aug 10 at 5:24AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Leslie J Garfield

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This restored 20-foot-wide Greek Revival townhouse, originally constructed in 1843, provides a combination of historic features and modern updates. The property includes approximately 6,000 interior square feet across six levels. It features six bedrooms, five bathrooms, seven fireplaces, and four outdoor spaces, including a south-facing garden and a finished roof deck, as well as a finished cellar. Currently configured as a two-family residence, the property can be converted into a single-family mansion. The location has a bike score of 91, indicating it's a biker's paradise, a walk score of 100, marking it as a walker's paradise, and a transit score of 100, designating it as a rider's paradise.

Key Highlights

  • Prime Village Location: Situated on a highly desirable block on Charles Street.
  • Grand Scale: 6,000 sq ft, six levels, and 20' wide.
  • Historic Charm & Modern Luxury: Beautifully restored Greek Revival townhouse (built in 1843).

Property Analytics

Current Use

Multifamily properties

Suggested Use

Top Pick Nursing Home Adult Day Care Auto Parts Store Pet Grooming Service Mobile Phone Store (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

26,214
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 10014, NY

32,590
Population
21,835
Households
1.5
Avg Household Size
37
Median Age
85%
College-Educated
99%
High-School Grad
0.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
65,180
Density / Sq Mi
$167,254
Median Household Income
$115,048
Median Earnings
$2,998
Median Rent
$1,294,200
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Multifamily property - Historic townhouse with modern luxury, convertible to single-family mansion.
Where is this multifamily property located?
The property is located at 56 CHARLES St New York, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $12,500,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime Village Location: Situated on a highly desirable block on Charles Street.; Grand Scale: **6,000 sq ft, six levels, and 20' wide.**; Historic Charm & Modern Luxury: Beautifully restored Greek Revival townhouse (built in 1843).
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