The West Village is home to plenty of upscale, trendy establishments, not to mention upscale and trendy apartments. Those typically come with a big price tag, but it’s possible to buy in the West Village without veering into the 7-figure range — just look at 24 Cornelia St. #13. Our Deal of the Week is a gorgeous studio located just across the street from the carriage house Taylor Swift once rented, but listed at a fraction of the price.
Learn more about our Deal of the Week!
The Price: $499,000
The median asking price for a home in the West Village was $2 million this June, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. That means our Deal of the Week is priced at a quarter of the median asking price for the neighborhood!
Buyers who put down the 25% minimum down payment of $124,750 can expect to see monthly payments of $3,447. This includes a mortgage payment of $2,455 and maintenance fees of $992.
Why You’ll Love It…
The main living area of the studio is built around a white brick decorative fireplace that offers a beautiful focal point. You’ll find the same whitewashed brick in the kitchen, perfectly complementing the mint green cabinetry with gold fixtures. A white fridge and oven round out the spacious L-shaped kitchen, which could easily house a small dining set.
Gorgeous hardwood floors flow through the whole space and provide a historic, old-school feel. Thanks to two south-facing windows in the main living area, the apartment also gets great light throughout the day. You’ll be able to fit a good amount of furniture, whether you want a comfy couch, a convenient WFH setup, or bookshelves for your knickknacks and personal library.
On the other side of the kitchen from the main living area is a small hall with a closet and bathroom. The bathroom includes a soaking tub and spacious vanity, in addition to black-and-white floor tiles and the same mint green accent color found in the kitchen.
Of course, when you’re living in New York — especially in a studio — what’s outside your unit is just as important as what’s inside it. This studio is located in a co-op with shared laundry, bike storage, and a common garden. Pied-à-terres, gifting, and co-purchasing are all permitted, as are cats.
Location-wise, the building is just one block from the A, B, C, D, E, F, and M trains. For even more commute options, the 1 and PATH trains are nearby as well. Situated in the heart of the West Village, the building has easy access to popular restaurants like John’s of Bleecker Street, Joe’s Pizza, Top Thai 55, Boucherie, and Buvette. A slew of arts and entertainment spaces are also in the immediate area, such as the Comedy Cellar, the IFC Center, and the Film Forum.
…And Why You Might Not
Unfortunately, the building doesn’t have an elevator, and the unit is located three flights up. Cats are allowed, but dogs are not — sorry canine lovers! Lastly, there’s no upper cabinetry in the kitchen, so you may be a bit short on cabinet space. But for the location, space, and price, this one is definitely worth a look.
Check out the listing at 24 Cornelia St. #13, listed by Zachary Crowley and Greg Mire of Compass.
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