SOLD FOR $2,495,000
· Closed September 30, 2020
2 E 12th Street #2
MLS® #RLS10644329
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2.5
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1900
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,North,South facing
- Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
- Style: Prewar architecture
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jan 26, 2010 | $2,495,000 | - |
| Currently | May 22, 2026 | $2,495,000 | - |
Description
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Perfectly located just off Fifth Avenue in the Gold Coast of Greenwich Village, 2 East 12th Street is a five story 19th century brownstone cooperative. Residence 2 is a spacious two bedroom, two and a half bath encompassing the entire ground floor and featuring its own lush private garden oasis with a built in hot tub!
The home centers around a bright corner living room with a gas burning, copper clad fireplace. Three large west facing windows and a south facing bay window and french door, all overlook the serene, beautifully landscaped private backyard. A tranquil and lush stone pathway with foliage is just outside the door and bay window, and window boxes flank the three windows. Bluestone steps lead to an upper level of the garden which features a massive Ipe wood deck with a built-in banquette on one end and a sunken Japanese style cedar hot tub on the other - perfect for year round relaxing and entertaining. Other features of this private outdoor paradise include built-in planters, accent lighting, an irrigation system and a large cedar storage/potting shed for storing cushions and gardening tools.
The updated open kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances including a Liebherr refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher, a NuTone vented hood, and spacious granite countertop with four seat breakfast bar. Just off the kitchen is a charming dining area with french doors leading out to the side patio of the backyard.
This lovely turn of the century home also features two spacious bedrooms, both with en suite bathrooms. One suite features a large walk in closet, built-ins, and a wood burning fireplace. The other large bedroom suite boasts a bay window facing 12th Street and an updated bathroom with classic tile and chrome finishes.
Other notable details of this extraordinary home include a proper entry foyer and adjacent powder room, Lutron light system, oak hardwood flooring throughout, recessed lighting, hot water radiator heating, through wall air conditioning in all rooms, security system, laundry in-building, and large basement storage room.
2 East 12th Street a well maintained and managed 5 story, 8 residence pet-friendly cooperative building in the heart of Greenwich Village, conveniently equidistant from both Washington Square and Union Square Parks. Just down the tree lined street are Gotham Bar + Grill, Strip House, Cinema Village and the Strand Bookstore. Whole Foods, the city's best farmers market, NYU, and Union Square Subway stops are all just a few blocks away.
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About Greenwich Village
View All Greenwich Village ListingsGreenwich Village, or 'The Village,' remains the heart of New York’s creative history and intellectual life. Defined by its winding, non-grid streets and the iconic Washington Square Park, the neighborhood offers a unique sense of place. The real estate market is highly sought after, featuring some of the city's most beautiful historic townhouses, gold-coast cooperatives, and discreet luxury developments that maintain the area's low-rise charm.
Greenwich Village Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
184
Median Asking Price
$1.55M
Median $/Sqft
$1,909
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
8
Price Reduced
29%
Sold (30 Days)
9
Median Sale Price
$1.65M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/22/26, 7:57 AM EST
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2 E 12th Street #2, Greenwich Village, New York County • Near Fifth Avenue/University Place
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,467 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 years old.
This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.
Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.
To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.
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