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There are 4 apartments for sale/rent at 14 East 4th Street (last updated on Apr 18, 2024)

The Silk Building, 14 East 4th Street

Condo located in NoHo, between Lafayette Street & Broadway

Description of The Silk Building at 14 East 4th Street

The historic Silk Building was originally built in 1908 as a silk garment factory, as shown in the lobby's two beautiful friezes, then was expertly converted in 1983 into the iconic landmarked condominium building it is today.

Known for its famous retail tenant Tower Records in the 80s and 90s, the Silk Building is rich in cultural history and was home to many A-list musicians and celebrities including Cher, Keith Richards, Britney Spears, and Russell Simmons. This full-service building offers a 24-hour doorman, a stunning lobby, and a lovely roof deck. Locates at 14 East 4th Street, it is conveniently located near New York University, The New School, and the 4/5/6 and N/R trains.

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Building Facts

  • Year Built: 1908
    Converted Year: 1983
    Building Type: Condo
    Neighborhood: NoHo (Manhattan)
    Minimum Down: 10%
  • Total Apartments: 56 56
    Total Floors: 12
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Pets: Allowed
    Total Floorplans:

Apartment Pricing Stats

Avg. Price / ft2
$81
Avg. Price / ft2
Avg. Price / ft2

Building Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Laundry Room
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Bike Room
  • Fireplaces
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

Apartments for Sale at 14 East 4th Street (3) View history of all units

3
Available Apts
$2.85M - $4.475M
Price Range
$1,694
Avg. Price / ft2
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Apartments for Rent at 14 East 4th Street (1) View history of all units

1
Available Apt
$17,000
Prices Start At
$81
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The Silk Building: Rating

24
Out of 44

Architecture Rating: 24 / 44

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21
Out of 36

Location Rating: 21 / 36

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16
Out of 39

Features Rating: 16 / 39

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CityRealty Rating Reference

 
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
  • #17 Rated condo - NoHo
 

Carter Horsley's Review of The Silk Building

Carter Horsley's Building Review
"The Silk Building is a very handsome, Italian-Renaissance-palazzo structureat 14 East 4th Street between Broadway and Lafayette Street that was erected in 1908 and converted to a residential condominium with retail spaces in 1982. 

The 12-story building has 56 apartments. " Read Carter's Full Review
Pros
  • Very handsome Italian-Renaissance-palazzo-style architecture
  • Attractive entrance
  • Doorman
  • Convenient to many restaurants and boutiques
  • Home of the first Tower Records store in New York
  • Convenient to NoHo and SoHo and Greenwich Village
  • Concierge
  • High ceilings
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • Considerable traffic
  • No balconies
  • No health club
  • No garage
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Subways

  1. M
  2. B
  3. D
  4. F
  5. 6
at Lafayette 0.15 miles
  1. N
  2. R
at Broadway and 8th Ave 0.17 miles
  1. A
  2. C
  3. E
at 6th Ave and Waverly Pl 0.46 miles
  1. Q
  2. 4
  3. 5
  4. L
at Broadway and 14th 0.50 miles
 
 

Sales Summary - Past 12 Months

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Past 12 Months
$1,444
Avg. Price / ft2
Based on 3 Sales
 

Closing History - Last 10 sales

10
Units Sold
$1.3M - $6.9M
Price Range
$1,798
Avg. Price / ft2

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