The Schumacher at 36 Bleecker St. #5A

A truly exceptional residence in one of NoHo’s most coveted prewar condominiums, Residence 5A at The Schumacher is grand in scale and striking in design.

This four bedroom, four and one-half bath residence offers extraordinary proportions and refined craftsmanship throughout. Dramatic 12-foot exposed brick barrel-vaulted ceilings set the tone, complemented by oversized arched wood-framed windows, 7.5-inch wide-plank fumed white oak floors, and custom cold-rolled blackened steel accents.
A magnificent 22’ x 34’ great room with custom bookshelves and storage is flooded with natural light through four oversized arched windows, offering the flexibility for multiple seating and dining configurations. The adjacent chef’s kitchen is both elegant and functional, featuring top-of-the-line appliances and Calacatta marble countertops including a slab stone waterfall island breakfast bar.

The home offers abundant art walls throughout the living areas, grand foyer, and gallery. The spacious primary features soaring vaulted ceilings and large windows overlooking a beautifully landscaped courtyard garden by renowned designer Ken Smith as well as a large walk-in closet. The luxurious en-suite Calacatta corner primary bathroom is bathed in natural light with both western and southern exposures and includes heated floors, soaking tub, double vanity, and a glass-enclosed steam shower.

Three additional king-sized bedrooms each feature en-suite baths and vaulted ceilings all overlooking the courtyard garden. The south-facing bedroom is enhanced by an oversized arched window, custom built-ins, and a windowed bath with a Toto washlet.

Additional highlights include a powder room, washer/dryer, and a dedicated AV closet. The residence is fully equipped with Lutron lighting system, in-wall and invisible speakers and wired for automatic shades throughout.

Originally constructed in 1885 to house the Schumacher & Ettlinger lithographic printing company, The Schumacher is a distinguished six-story Romanesque Revival landmark designed by renowned architect Edward E. Raht. Rich in architectural detail, the fa