136 Baxter St. #PHB

A modernist glass jewel box set atop a converted warehouse, Penthouse B at 136 Baxter Street is a rare offering on the dynamic intersection of Soho, Nolita and Chinatown. Tucked away on Baxter Street – one of downtown’s in-the-know enclaves – this three-bedroom, three-bathroom duplex residence seamlessly integrates a modern loft in the sky with sought after prewar details.

Adorning the living and entertaining spaces of the upper floor is an expansive and polished private outdoor spaces with full irrigation and landscaping.The 1,600+ square foot terrace creates truly functional indoor/outdoor living experience, complete with an outdoor kitchen and dining area that flows effortlessly from the interior kitchen. With southern and eastern exposures and floor-to-ceiling windows, the residence offers a private living experience that is open and light. A wood-burning fireplace ensures the home is equally built for the colder months as it is for summer.

On the lower level, the three bedrooms feature pre-war characteristics in a loft-like setting each with steel frame windows facing south and east, 10-foot timber-beamed ceilings, oak floors, cast iron columns, and white-washed masonry walls. The spaciousness of this level is reminiscent of a gallery providing ample space to exhibit collections. Additionally, the sixth floor includes a midnight kitchen with a fridge and wet bar, as well as a laundry room complete with a side-by-side washer/dryer.

136 Baxter Street, known as the Grand Machinery Exchange, is a former horse stable for the Famed Police Building, perched at the nexus of Lower Manhattan. Built in 1915, this 12-unit boutique condominium was reimagined by Gallerist turned developer, Max Protetch, and is currently maintained by a full-time resident manager who accepts packages, a 24-hour virtual doorman and deeded storage. Neighborhood highlights include the 11 Howard Hotel, Sant Ambroeus, Jack’s Wife Freda, and Eataly opening soon.