Homes in the Headlines
Some properties, when they hit the market, are revered not only for their architecture or design, but also because they have a compelling backstory that piques the interest of press and the public. Here is a sampling of homes that have recently made headlines for their history, provenance, and overall unique characteristics.
THE GINGERBREAD HOUSE
Located in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn, 8200 Narrows Avenue is a stunning property that feels more like the setting of a fairytale, rather than of New York City. This highly anticipated listing is back on the market for $8.75 million, with BHS agents Peter Grazioli and Bernadette Mitchell.
The extraordinary “Gingerbread House”, as it is better known as, was designed by famed architect James Sarsfield Kennedy and was once the home of shipping mogul Howard Jones. In the Arts and Crafts architecture style, is a truly magical retreat from the hustle and bustle of the city.
With its hand carved wainscotting and ornate marble mantels throughout the home, the attention to detail is clear. The 6 bedroom 5.5 bathroom home also features gorgeous one-of-a-kind stained glass doors, adding to the home’s elegance.
The spacious primary suite is equipped with a large walk-in closet and dressing room. In the lower level of the home, you’ll find a movie theater that serves as the perfect entertaining space, as well as an in-home gym. Additionally, the property has a spacious three-car garage that can double as storage space.
8200 Narrows Avenue has the coziness of a storybook cottage, and the makings of a perfect dream home, all within the beautiful neighborhood of Bay Ridge.
SAY YES TO THE APARTMENT
Along the highly-coveted Fifth Avenue sits 880 Fifth Ave. #20A, a home that once belonged to the founders of the Kleinfeld Bridal Empire.
Listed at $6.95 Million, the post-war home was designed by renowned architect Emery Roth. It has a total of 6 gorgeous rooms and spans 2,400 square feet.
Upon entry, panoramic views of central park are visible through large windows that stretch 45 feet.
The 3-bedroom 2.5-bathroom apartment, listed with Brown Harris Stevens’ Martha Kramer, served as the home of Kleinfeld Bridal owners, Jack Schachter and Hedda Kleinfeld Schachter, for over a decade. Along with being a longtime mainstay in the New York bridal scene, Kleinfeld’s is famously featured on the popular ongoing TLC series, Say Yes to the Dress.
The apartment also features a luxurious home library and formal dining room, which serve as ideal spaces for entertaining guests.
The lobby of 880 Fifth Avenue is beautifully ornate, a testament to pre-war era architecture, and it is equipped with a full-time doorman and concierge to accommodate residents.
From the home’s stunning views and ideal location, 880 Fifth Avenue #20A inhabits all the luxury that Manhattan has to offer.
A HOME WITH PRESIDENTIAL TIES
The Upper East Side has long been associated with affluence, reflected by the neighborhood’s highly coveted properties and iconic landmarks of New York City. One of these iconic properties is 775 Park Ave, with a notable former resident: Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th President of the United States.
The stunning pre-war co-op, located at 775 Park Avenue, was once home to former president Dwight D. Eisenhower and subsequently owned by his granddaughter, Anna Eisenhower, an interior designer.
Spanning 45 feet of Park Avenue frontage, this 8-room apartment is a stunning example of famous architect Rosario Candela’s work. With spacious rooms of grandeur, and gorgeous original architectural details throughout.
As one enters the home, the formal entryway gallery leads into a grand living room, equipped with a beautiful wood burning fireplace and remarkably high ceilings.
Eisenhower often stated that she enjoyed spending time in her kitchen, given the natural sunlight that fills the entire room.
The kitchen is also equipped with updated appliances and unobstructed views.
The spacious 19-foot dining room is the ideal space for entertaining lavish dinner parties, lined with windows that offer unbeatable views of Manhattan.
The primary bedroom, with an en-suite bathroom and large closets, offers unbeatable views of Park Avenue. Two additional bedrooms are nearby, located off of a corridor in the west wing of the home. Represented by John Burger, Brown Harris Stevens.
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