The Governor, 59 West 12th Street, NYC - Condo Apartments
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The Governor, located at 59 West 12th Street, is a distinguished 16-story pre-war condominium that exemplifies the craftsmanship of its era. Built in 1931 by the renowned development team of Bing & Bing and designed by celebrated architect Emery Roth, the building was converted to condominiums in 1986. The structure features a handsome brown brick façade with Art Deco design elements and houses 107 apartments. The building has attracted notable residents including actress Cameron Diaz.
Situated in the coveted Gold Coast section of Greenwich Village between Fifth and Sixth Avenues, The Governor occupies one of the neighborhood's most desirable tree-lined blocks. The location provides convenient access to Union Square, Washington Square Park, and multiple subway lines, while being surrounded by acclaimed restaurants, boutique shopping, and the cultural richness of the Village. The building recently completed a major exterior refurbishment, ensuring its architectural prominence for years to come.
The building offers full-service amenities including a 24-hour doorman, marble-clad lobby, central laundry room, bike storage, playroom, and private storage units for rent. Residents enjoy low common charges that include electricity in many units, along with pet-friendly policies and permissive pied-à-terre and sublet rules. The Governor's apartments consistently feature coveted wood-burning fireplaces, original hardwood floors, 10-foot ceilings (many with exposed beams), and windowed kitchens. Units range from alcove studios to spacious two-bedrooms, with many offering city views and maintaining original pre-war details like Roth/Bing & Bing doors and hardware.
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