29 East 9th Street

Overview of 29 East 9th Street

29 East 9th Street is an 11 story prewar co-op complex designed in 1925 by Harvey Wiley Corbett of Helme & Corbett Architects, one of three firms behind Rockefeller Center. The yellow brick building occupies the northeast corner at University Place and comprises three connected structures at 29, 35, and 45 East 9th Street, each with its own canopied entrance, lobby, and doorman. The building features distinctive architecture with arched windows on the 4th, 6th, and 8th floors and double height windows with curved Juliet balconies on other floors. Notable residents have included Julian Casablancas, frontman of The Strokes.

The building offers full service amenities including a live-in superintendent, beautifully landscaped roof deck, laundry facilities, bike storage, private storage units, and two elevator banks. The co-op permits pets and pied-à-terre ownership, allows up to 65% financing, and considers washers and dryers on a case by case basis with board approval. Protruding window air conditioners are permitted.

Apartments feature classic prewar details including high ceilings ranging from 9 to 11 feet, with some units offering double height spaces. Many units include wood burning fireplaces, hardwood strip flooring, and generous entry foyers measuring 8 to 14 feet long. Living rooms typically span 22 feet in length, and several apartments feature sunken living rooms and curved Juliet balconies. South and west exposures are common throughout the building, providing abundant natural light and garden views.

Duplex layouts are available in the building, with some featuring double height living rooms, multiple bedrooms spread across two levels, and in-unit washer dryers. Specific examples include units with 22 foot long living rooms with fireplaces, windowed kitchens ranging from 11 to 16 feet, and bedrooms on upper levels. Several apartments have been gut renovated with modern kitchens featuring stainless steel appliances, updated marble bathrooms with steam showers or jacuzzi tubs, and central air conditioning while maintaining original architectural details.

The building sits in the heart of Greenwich Village, steps from Washington Square Park and Union Square. The location provides convenient access to multiple subway lines and numerous restaurants including Il Cantinori, Knickerbocker Bar & Grill, Japonica, and Rosemary's. The tree lined block and proximity to NYU make this one of the most sought after prewar cooperatives in the area.