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129 Lafayette Street
Last updated on Apr 9, 2026

129 Lafayette Street

129 Lafayette Street is a former printing facility converted to luxury lofts in 2004. The building offers amenities including a grand lobby, 24-hour doorman, private storage, and a rooftop deck with panoramic views. Currently, 2 apartments are for sale.

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Overview of 129 Lafayette Street

129 Lafayette Street, originally constructed in 1911 as a printing facility, was transformed into a luxury loft condominium in 2004. This limestone-clad building features a grand lobby with 24-hour doorman service, private on-site storage, and a landscaped roof deck spanning 2,000 square feet, offering panoramic views of the city. Located at the intersection of Lafayette and Howard Streets, it is conveniently situated near SoHo, Nolita, Chinatown, and Tribeca, making it a prime location for urban living.

The building comprises 27 luxury condominium apartments, including two penthouses. Residences range from 1,200 to 5,200 square feet, showcasing 12-foot-high ceilings, Marvin wood-frame windows, and white oak floors. Many units are corner apartments with balconies, while the south penthouse boasts a heated in-ground pool on its terrace. Notable layouts include a duplex penthouse with 4,647 square feet of interior space and a two-bedroom unit featuring a 19-foot-long entrance gallery.

Among its residents, Rihanna is a notable celebrity who has called this building home. The apartments are designed for modern living, with features such as open-concept kitchens equipped with high-end appliances, luxurious bathrooms, and ample storage. The building is pet-friendly, enhancing its appeal to a diverse range of residents.

With its blend of historic charm and contemporary amenities, 129 Lafayette Street stands out as a desirable address in one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods, offering residents a unique lifestyle at the crossroads of culture, dining, and shopping.

Doorman
None
Type
Condo
Year Built
1911
Converted: 2004
Apartments
Floors
11
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
10%

Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Central AC
  • Rooftop Terrace
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at Houston 0.48 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Elegant mid-rise conversion of early 20th Century commercial building
  • Many corner units
  • 12-foot-ceilings
  • Convenient to SoHo- NoHo- Little Italy and Chinatown
  • Attended- 15-foot-high lobby
  • Central heating and cooling
  • Only 27 large units
  • Very good public transportation and local shopping
  • Large windows
  • Close to Subway
  • Roof deck
  • One block north of bustling Canal Street
  • Considerable traffic
  • No garage
  • No sidewalk landscaping

CityRealty Rating

26
/44
Architecture
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25
/36
Location
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16
/39
Features
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8
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

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Alternate Addresses

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