In the 20th-century, 78 Morton Street was a firehouse in New York City, but now it has a second lease on life as a stunning residence. Built in 1900, the nearly 7,000-square-foot home boasts beautiful vaulted ceilings and original brick accents that harken to its history. Now up for sale, it’s an exciting opportunity to own a converted Manhattan home, but it will cost you. The West Village townhouse is listed for $21 million.
The five-level pad has been completely redesigned for luxury living, boasting bold and artful living spaces primed for entertaining. The foyer gives way to the open living room, which showcases brick and wood accents and 26-foot ceilings. A chef’s kitchen carries an industrial yet creative vibe, thanks to the unique, geometric cabinetry. Through the set of French doors sits a lovely terrace, which will be a welcome sight when summer comes around. On the upper two floors is where one will find three bedrooms and their ensuites. The spacious primary suite has a boho yet sleek bathroom, made of rainbow tiles in a floral pattern.
While a firehouse pole is nowhere to be found, the restored firehouse spiral staircase off the kitchen remains a homage to its previous life. But, perhaps one of the most special aspects of the home is the downstairs recreation area, which is currently designed as its own little jazz bar. Custom murals and a wine cellar pull together a relaxed yet flashy vibe, perfect for late night entertaining.
Jeremy V. Stein and Kat Trappe of Sotheby’s International Realty hold the listing.
