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459 Washington Street
Last updated on Nov 14, 2025

The John Watts,
459 Washington Street

459 Washington Street is a seven-story, 12-unit boutique condominium in Tribeca with a furnished roof deck. The building offers easy access to parks, restaurants, shops, and public transportation, with nearby neighborhoods including Soho and Greenwich Village.

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Overview of The John Watts at 459 Washington Street

The John Watts, located at 459 Washington Street, is a seven-story boutique condominium featuring 12 units in the heart of Tribeca. Constructed in 1920, the building has been thoughtfully converted into condominiums, offering a blend of historic charm and modern amenities. Residents enjoy a furnished roof deck with skyline views, a part-time superintendent, and a key-locked elevator. The building's prime location provides easy access to the Hudson River Greenway, trendy restaurants, and the 1 and C/E subway lines.

Each apartment in The John Watts boasts spacious layouts with high ceilings, large windows, and unique architectural details such as exposed brick walls and cast-iron columns. Many units feature expansive living and dining areas, gourmet kitchens equipped with high-end appliances, and luxurious bathrooms. Notable apartments include a former artist's loft of Greek-American painter Nassos Daphnis, which has been beautifully renovated to accommodate modern living while preserving its artistic heritage.

With only two homes per floor, residents experience a sense of privacy and exclusivity. The building is pet-friendly and offers low common charges, making it an attractive option for those seeking a vibrant urban lifestyle in one of Manhattan's most sought-after neighborhoods.

Doorman
None
Type
Condo
Year Built
1920
Apartments
Floors
7
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Elevator
  • Rooftop Terrace
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at Varick 0.22 miles
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at 6th Ave and Vandam 0.35 miles
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at Thompson 0.35 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Fireplace flues
  • Part-ime superintendent
  • Roof space
  • Central air-conditioning
  • One block from Hudson River Park
  • Just south of Canal Street
  • Very close to the great Spring Street Salt Shed
  • Some arched windows
  • Keyed elevator access
  • No sidewalk landscaping
  • No concierge
  • No doorman

CityRealty Rating

23
/44
Architecture
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28
/36
Location
+
17
/39
Features
+
9
Editor’s Points
=
77
CITYREALTY
RATING
  • 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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