This extraordinary mint-condition triplex penthouse at 52 West 9th Street is a light-filled, architecturally significant residence on one of Greenwich Village’s most distinguished blocks. Occupying the top three floors of a magnificent 25-foot-wide townhouse, this fully renovated four-bedroom, four-bathroom home seamlessly blends historic character with modern design, offering exceptional volume, privacy, and iconic views.
Upon entering the great room, you are immediately struck by the dramatic scale and beautiful natural light. The expansive entertaining level features soaring 17-foot ceilings, oversized windows, and an elegant wood-burning fireplace. Immaculate French doors open to a private terrace, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Breathtaking views of the Empire State Building provide a stunning backdrop for morning coffee or evening gatherings under the city lights.
The living room flows effortlessly into a spacious dining room featuring a wine refrigerator and a wall of closets, ideal for storing fine porcelain, glassware, and entertaining essentials.
The Shaker-style kitchen is beautifully crafted with Italian custom cabinetry, artisanal materials, and thoughtfully integrated stainless-steel appliances, including top-of-the-line Sub-Zero refrigerators, a Miele dishwasher, and a Thermador range. The blend of old-world craftsmanship and contemporary design enhances the kitchen’s understated elegance.
The first level of the apartment is dedicated to three bedrooms. The primary suite enjoys tranquil, tree-lined townhouse views and features a custom-built walk-in closet room and a serene, windowed en-suite bathroom with a Patricia Urquiola soaking tub imported from Italy, a separate standing shower, bidet, and dual-sink vanity. Across the hall are two south-facing, light-filled bedrooms with open views, served by a generously sized full bathroom with an Italian soaking tub, shower, and bidet. A large laundry room nearby includes a Miele washer and dryer, sink, and a small Sub-Zero refrigerator—an ideal setup for comfortable New York City living.
The third floor offers a bright bedroom suite with tranquil southern exposures and open views of the Freedom Tower. A windowed walk-in closet with a second Miele washer and dryer leads directly to a full bathroom illuminated by a skylight. This level also features an elegant, spacious library overlooking the grand living room, perfect as a home office or reading retreat.
Additional highlights include wide-plank hard pine floors, new windows, electric shades, central air conditioning, fire-proof doors, a sprinkler system, security system, state-of-the-art lighting, meticulously sourced Italian materials, and abundant storage throughout. Every detail was thoughtfully designed and executed during a comprehensive 2017 renovation by acclaimed Italian architect Pietro Cicognani.
Beyond the residence itself, 52 West 9th Street boasts a remarkable legacy. Originally built in 1848 and known as the Morgan House, the townhouse has been home to prominent figures in finance and the arts, including muralist William de Leftwich Dodge, the Hans Hofmann School of Fine Arts, and artists Eric Fischl and April Gornik. Original architectural details, such as terracotta medallions and an ornate balcony, remain as a testament to its storied past.
A boutique self-managed co-op with just two shareholders, the building offers exceptional privacy. Located in the heart of Greenwich Village, the home is moments from world-class dining, cultural institutions, and Washington Square Park, with excellent access to subway and bus lines.
Whether as a full-time residence or a special Greenwich Village retreat, this iconic home embodies the charm and character of downtown living. This historic penthouse is a third-floor walk-up with no elevator. Some items in the listing photos have been virtually staged. Low monthly maintenance. Not to be missed—please schedule a private appointment to visit.