While brand-new New York City properties have their allure, there’s nothing like happening across a listing with a legacy. And, this is definitely one of those.
During his life, eight-time Tony award-winner Stephen Sondheim fondly called his five-story Manhattan home “the house that Gypsy built.” He purchased it in 1960 after that play and West Side Story‘s phenomenal success. Composing or writing lyrics for both, plus other Broadway masterpieces like Into the Woods and Sweeney Todd, Sondheim’s status as a music legend is indisputable.
According to Playbill.com, this is where he wrote many of the musicals that brought him to icon status. Sondheim lived here until his passing in 2021, and now the East 49th Street residence is looking for its next steward. Theater enthusiasts with deep pockets can move in and soak up the inspiration, all for the hefty price of $7 million.
The unique solarium where a piano is displayed takes center stage as a creative haven. Just imagine how quickly its rich woodwork, arched doorways, stained glass, and city views could put you in a lyrical frame of mind. Overall, the lovely spread boasts seven bedrooms, spacious living areas, and multiple destinations for outdoor living. Dine al fresco on the 30-foot terrace or stroll out the living room’s French doors to peruse the gardens.
The circa-1899 structure is part of a coveted stretch of 20 townhouses known as the Turtle Bay Gardens Historic District. These homes share a dreamy communal green space and big names like actress Katherine Hepburn and writer Robert Gottlieb have owned here in the past. Just one more sprig of prestige for this listing represented by Michael J. Franco of Compass.
