Inside the $2.8m Manhattan penthouse on the street made famous by legend Iggy Pop
The apartment is on Avenue B, which has been the muse for many musicians and artists
An eye-catching Manhattan penthouse in a part of New York City once home to punk icon Iggy Pop is now up for grabs.
Perched atop Avenue B in East Village's legendary enclave, this sleek 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom luxury pad boasts a private rooftop terrace with killer views of the Empire State and Chrysler buildings, alongside Tompkins Square Park. The avenue isn't just famous for its picturesque setting; it has been a creative wellspring for a slew of musicians and artists, including Iggy Pop himself, who immortalized the street in his 1999 album after having lived there.
Listed at a cool $2.85 million, the abode dazzles with an impeccable revamp—any future occupant will be pioneering life in this much-coveted spot.
Marina Schindler, of The Way We Live Team, remarked: "It's unique to find a home that both has the qualities of a loft-like space and still maintains the intimacy and warmth of a pre-war New York City apartment. With 14 windows facing multiple exposures, and two skylights, the home is filled with light on even the dreariest of days."
Beyond its association with Iggy Pop, Avenue B has played backdrop to various film and theater ventures, featuring in hits like 'Crocodile Dundee' and 'Rent', and is mere moments away from Tompkins Square Park, reports the Mirror US.
The East Village, celebrated as the global cradle of punk rock, now stands matured and energetic with an array of coffee spots, cocktail haunts, and celebrity neighbors.
Bathed in sunlight throughout the day from its south, east, and west-facing windows - not to mention two skylights - this apartment is a masterpiece of interior design by The Way We Live. It features an impressive double-height ceiling in the open-plan living and dining area, where natural light pours in.
A striking staircase off the living room leads up to the pièce de résistance: a private rooftop terrace with panoramic views of Tompkins Square Park and some of NYC's most iconic landmarks, including the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building. It's the perfect spot for hosting or simply enjoying a tranquil sunset above the city's hustle and bustle.
Back indoors, the kitchen looks like it's been lifted straight from a design magazine. It's equipped with a high-end Ilve gas range, a Fisher and Paykel dishwasher, custom cabinetry, and polished marble countertops and backsplash in Calacatta and Carrara.
The main bedroom boasts a spacious double-door closet and a spa-like en-suite bathroom fitted with Waterworks fixtures, a new Kohler tub, and beautiful tilework. The second and third bedrooms are versatile and chic - the third even has pocket doors, making it ideal for a home office, guest room, or additional lounge area.
With central air, in-unit laundry, and a prime location in one of Manhattan's most cherished neighborhoods, this penthouse is nothing short of a hidden treasure.
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