448 W 23rd Street, Manhattan, NY 10011
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 Awaye Realty
448 W 23rd Street,Manhattan, NY 10011
$19,000,000
- 9 Beds
- 9 Baths
- 9,790 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by: aloysius carlos, colin meagley
Office: nest seekers llc.
MLS#:RLS20050718
Source:NY_REBNY
Price summary
- Price:$19,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,940.76
About this home
448 West 23rd Street - An Heirloom in the Making As with all deeply gratifying endeavors, creating an heirloom is an intimate, intricate, and transformative process. Whether carved from stone, shaped in wood, forged in metal, or cut from the rarest gem, its beauty and value are determined first by its innate qualities, and then by the imagination and skill of its creator. True heirlooms transcend time- defined not only by their craftsmanship but by the harmony of space, light, and texture that allows them to live on as part of a family’s story. So it is with 448 West 23rd Street, an exquisite Italianate townhouse in the Chelsea Historic District, a block and a half from the High Line. Commissioned by Max Schwerin in 1856, this five-story, 27-foot-wide brownstone is not simply a home; it is a rare opportunity to create a legacy. Spanning nearly 10,000 square feet on a 2,683-square-foot lot, the residence offers boundless possibilities for reimagining 19th-century elegance into a modern heirloom of architectural significance. Its stately fac¸ade—marked by segmental-arched window enframements on delicate brackets and an elaborate Italianate cornice—stands as a testament to the artistry of its era. The carved and paneled double entrance doors, miraculously preserved, combined with the only remaining stoop on West 23rd Street, set it apart as a singular jewel in Chelsea’s crown. Inside, soaring ceilings, intricate original details, and baronial rooms await transformation. Imagine a grand parlor with floor-to-ceiling windows; a gourmet kitchen flowing into a serene Japanese garden; multiple en-suite bedrooms crowned by a private roof terrace with panoramic views of Downtown Manhattan. Like the finest heirlooms, the house carries its historic splendor forward while inviting the refinement, indulgence, and comfort of contemporary living. Chelsea itself provides the perfect backdrop. Once envisioned by Clement Clarke Moore as an enclave of distinction, the neighborhood today thrives as a cultural epicenter: the High Line’s elevated gardens, Chelsea Market’s global flavors, and more than 200 art galleries give life to a vibrant community. For discerning collectors of architecture and history, 448 West 23rd Street is more than a residence—it is a living heirloom. A chance to craft a home where legacy is preserved, beauty is redefined, and history is given new life in one of New York’s most coveted neighborhoods.
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Home facts
- Year built:1856
- Listing ID #:RLS20050718
- Added:155 day(s) ago
- Updated:February 27, 2026 at 02:00 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:9
- Total bathrooms:9
- Full bathrooms:8
- Half bathrooms:1
- Rooms Total:20
- Living area:9,790 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1856
- Building area:9,790 sq. ft.
- Architectural Style:Prewar
- Exterior Features:Building Roof Deck, Patio
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$19,000,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$1,940.76
- Tax amount:$115,809
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Intercom
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