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SOLD FOR $4,895,000

· Closed February 27, 2025

37 W 12TH Street #5J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$4,895,000

37 W 12TH Street #5J

Greenwich Village, Manhattan

BUTTERFIELD HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10985045

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

4

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1963

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Year Built 1963
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,927/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Greenwich Village
Floor 5 of 13

Property Highlights

  • Views: Other
  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: None, Balcony

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 5 of 13
View Other
Exposure North,South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Year Built 1963
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 0576-0025-00037-000-000005J
Block/Lot 00576/0025

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Dec 5, 2024 $4,995,000 -
Currently May 18, 2026 $4,895,000 -2.0%

Description

Rarely available triple mint Classic 7 in the highly coveted Butterfield House located in the heart of the Village Gold Coast. Recently featured in Interior Design magazine, this sophisticated, inviting and comfortable home is ideally designed for both everyday living and gracious entertaining. A welcoming entry gallery with two huge custom fitted closets, opens to a sun-flooded south facing living room overlooking the townhouse gardens from a wall of windows. The living room provides one of the two entrances to the spacious and tranquil private terrace. Also off of the gallery is the dining room with a deep bay window and proportions allowing for a table of twelve. The windowed, eat-in-kitchen with a patterned marble floor has a Wolf stove and hood, Thermador refrigerator, eat-in banquette. An inviting and cozy custom walnut paneled den, located off the kitchen, has an en-suite bath making it perfect for an additional 4th bedroom.
The primary bedroom suite has an abundance of closet space and an en-suite bathroom with Waterworks fixtures. The two additional, south facing bedrooms are generous in size with excellent closet space. A third bath in the bedroom wing has a large Kohler soaking tub and Waterworks fixtures. There is also a powder room located off the foyer, perfectly positioned for entertaining.
This wonderful welcoming and sunny apartment has been thoughtfully renovated to include top of the line finishes, thermostat-controlled air conditioning, wide-plank walnut floors, generous custom closets, sound system, and even a sound insulated front door.
The iconic, award winning Butterfield House is a highly sought after midcentury modern landmark designed by William J. Conklin and James Rossant. This first class full service building is pet friendly and includes full time doorman, resident super and manager, perennial landscaped garden, fitness center, garage (discounted for shareholders), storage (waitlist). 2% flip tax paid by buyer. Assessment: $524/month. This apartment and building are truly special!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Smoke Free Building Other

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Balcony Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft None Balcony

Building Amenities

Concierge Elevators Storage

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,927/mo
Original Price $4,995,000
Sale Price $4,895,000
Previous Price $4,995,000

Greenwich 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

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Active Listings

190

Median Asking Price

$1.49M

Median $/Sqft

$1,868

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

13

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

5

Median Sale Price

$3.97M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/18/26, 11:21 AM EST

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Location

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37 W 12TH Street #5J, Greenwich Village, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1968
Year Built
58 years old
5
Floors
M1-2
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,836,300
Land Value: $585,000
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 86,250 SF
Building Area: 108,625 SF
Built FAR: 1.26

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $5,927 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1963, making it approximately 63 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: Legal Pets Allowed board approval,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Legal Pets Allowed board approval. 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10985045
First Listed: 4/10/2024
On Market: 12/5/2024
Price Changed: 2/28/2025
Closed: 2/27/2025
Contract Date: 4/10/2024

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Leighton Candler

Listing Contact: (917) 868-9754

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

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