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On one of Chelsea's most charming tree-lined blocks, 362 West 19th Street offers the rare combination of classic New York townhouse character and thoughtfully modernized living. At 20 feet wide and spanning four full stories, this beautifully renovated single-family residence balances elegant proportions, flexible living spaces, and a quiet connection to the outdoors.
What makes this home particularly compelling is not only its scale, but how naturally it adapts to the rhythm of modern life. Whether used as a full-time residence, a refined Manhattan pied-à-terre, or a home for frequent travelers who want meaningful private spaces when in the city, the layout offers flexibility rarely found in the neighborhood.
Inside, natural light moves effortlessly through the home, illuminating a series of living spaces designed for both everyday comfort and memorable gatherings. The floor plan allows for both privacy and flow, creating distinct areas for entertaining, working, and relaxing. Notable home finishes include classic heart pine flooring, central heat and air, and a modern connected/smart security system.
The home's layout is especially versatile, beginning with the garden level where a private suite can function as guest quarters, extended family space, or a secluded work-from-home retreat. A den, kitchenette, and large separate designated bedroom flow seamlessly into the garden.
The next level, the parlor floor, captures the essence of classic townhouse living. Soaring ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and beautifully scaled living and dining rooms create a warm and welcoming setting for entertaining. An integrated speaker system allows music to set the tone throughout your day. The kitchen, finished with Waterstone water fixtures and Miele appliance packages, overlooks an elevated terrace which flows into the lush garden, allowing indoor living to seamlessly expand into the outdoors. A stunning powder room on this level, and the direct terrace and garden access, make this floor a fantastic backdrop for hosting family holidays, friends' birthday's , or more.
Upstairs, an entire floor is dedicated as a private retreat. Currently designed as a library/home office with custom built-ins and wet bar, this expansive space transitions seamlessly into a luxurious primary suite or oversized bedroom or can remain large office, library, or game room, complete with ensuite bath. The wet bar offers Waterworks brass finishes and this floor is also equipped with a built-in speaker system.
The top floor provides two additional bedrooms and a full bath, currently set up as one primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom and a 4th bedroom (currently working as an oversized dressing room). Laundry on this level offers LG washer and vented dryer and built out California Closets.
Outside, the fully irrigated landscaped garden is a peaceful oasis rarely found in Manhattan-lush, private, great for hosting, outdoor dining, or quiet afternoons, while a sunny terrace off the parlor floor provides an elevated outdoor escape. The garden itself (accessible from 2 levels) offers beautiful IPE wood finishes, bluestone, and built-in lighting and irrigation systems .
Practical improvements include updated mechanicals housed in the cellar and a new roof installed in 2024, ensuring the home is as functional as it is beautiful.
Set on a picturesque Chelsea block moments from the West Village, the High Line, Hudson River Park, and some of downtown's best restaurants and galleries, 362 West 19th Street offers the scale, character, and versatility that make townhouse living so exceptional.