Butterfield House, 37 West 12th Street, #2J

$4,395,000 | 4 beds, 3.5 baths

Key Details

Listed Sep 3, 2019

Days on Market 16

Building Type Cooperative

Neighborhood Greenwich Village
Monthly Maintenance $5,285

Doorman FT Doorman

Description

This is a rarely available opportunity for a Butterfield House Classic-7, one of the most coveted and iconic West Village Gold Coast buildings. In beautiful condition, this 4 Bed, 3.5 bath is currently configured as a 3 Bed, 3.5 Baths and was previously owned by the 7th American Poet Laureate, Stanley Kunitz. Featuring South-facing glass atrium which overlooks tranquil gardens of adjacent townhouses while allowing ample light into the home.

The home boasts a massive living room with built-in bar and window seats which overlook these same gardens. The modern eat-in kitchen has Varenna Poliform cabinets, 2“ white marble counters, Gaggenau, Sub Zero, Miele and Viking appliances. This cooks kitchen is also accompanied by a walk-in pantry, slate floors, and pass-thru kitchen counter.

The formal dining room is large enough to seat 12 comfortably and can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom. The bathrooms feature glass tiles, Duravit fixtures, Zuma spa tub, double sinks, large walk-in shower with pebble floor, and more. This tranquil home also features Brazilian hardwood floors and crown moldings throughout which tops off the feeling of home at this white-glove, award-winning, architectural masterpiece. Building features include full-time doorman, concierge, courtyard, gym, private storage, and central laundry room.

The Butterfield House is a significant Gold Coast Greenwich Village luxury cooperative which also features a resident superintendent and manager, perennial landscaped garden, garage access, and more. Pets are welcome. A rarely available beautiful home with amazing history within its walls.

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Pricing History

Estimated Monthly Cost

About Butterfield House, 37 West 12th Street

Butterfield House, 37 West 12th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 87, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Distinguished 6 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

None 2 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Dramatic 3 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but Very Good 3 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Exists 1 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

No 0 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

Attractive 2 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Outstanding 5 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 40 blocks 2 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Very Little 3 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Stunning 5 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes 1 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

Substantial 2 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

None 0 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Co-op
Built in 1963
104 Apartments
7 Floors

Building Amenities

FT Doorman
Post War
Full Service Garage
Garden
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator

About this Building

Pros

One of the city's most distinguished post-World War II apartment buildings
Garage
Some balconies- including many on the north wing that face south overlooking the garden
Several nearby supermarkets and gourmet food stores
Convenient public transportation
Doorman
Prime Greenwich Village location that is also close to Flatiron and Chelsea districts
Lovely street
Large- deep bay windows on 12th Street
Magnificent and elegant lobby and glazed courtyard
Close to Subway

Cons

No health club
The New School for Social Research is located on the same block
No sundeck

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