25 Vandam St, New York, NY 10013

A rare marriage of nearly two centuries of New York history and thoughtful modern luxury, 25 Vandam Street is an exquisitely restored 20-foot-wide Federal townhouse on one of downtown Manhattan’s most enchanting blocks. Built in 1823 and located within the coveted Charlton-King-Vandam Historic District, this remarkable home has been carefully restored to celebrate its original character while introducing the comforts of contemporary living. Currently configured as a two-family residence, it features a gracious three-bedroom owner’s triplex and a gut-renovated one-bedroom garden apartment, which can easily be reconnected to create an exceptional single-family home. The owner’s triplex begins with a magnificent double parlor featuring soaring 10'9" ceilings, original pine floors, restored moldings and plasterwork, marble mantels, and two wood-burning fireplaces. At the rear, the parlor opens directly onto an extraordinary 39-foot-deep landscaped garden, complete with a wood terrace, pergola, water feature, and irrigation system, creating a serene private oasis in the heart of downtown Manhattan. One flight above, an expansive kitchen pairs Carrara marble with custom maple cabinetry crafted by New England craftsmen. A substantial center island with breakfast bar and a wood-burning fireplace anchors the room, while two French doors open to a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden. A generously proportioned secondary bedroom with three south-facing windows, fireplace, and en-suite bath completes the floor. The top level is crowned by a dramatic, penthouse-like primary suite beneath a beamed dormer ceiling soaring to approximately 13'9". A fireplace adds warmth and romance, while the adjoining skylit five-fixture marble bath offers dual sinks, a walk-in shower, and soaking tub. A bright third bedroom with four windows provides additional flexibility. The separate garden residence has been completely reimagined with a modern kitchen, washer/dryer, organized closets, and one-and-a-half beautifully appointed baths, including an oversized walk-in shower. Behind the home’s historic beauty is an extensive program of improvements, including a new sewer line and water main in 2022, updated HVAC systems and hot-water heaters, restored lintels and sills, a repointed Flemish-bond brick façade, rebuilt chimney stacks, renovated dormers, and replaced roof, gutters, and downspouts. With an extraordinary seven wood-burning fireplaces, beautifully preserved original details, generous proportions, and coveted private outdoor space, 25 Vandam Street offers exceptional flexibility as an income-producing property or grand single-family residence. A piece of New York history, thoughtfully renewed for its next chapter. Schedule a private showing today.