448 W 23rd Street, New York, NY 10011

$21,500,000

448 West 23rd Street - An Heirloom in the Making As with all deeply gratifying endeavors, creating an heirloom is an intimate, intricate, and transformative process. Whether carved from stone, shaped in wood, forged in metal, or cut from the rarest gem, its beauty and value are determined first by… Read More its innate qualities, and then by the imagination and skill of its creator. True heirlooms transcend time- defined not only by their craftsmanship but by the harmony of space, light, and texture that allows them to live on as part of a family’s story. So it is with 448 West 23rd Street, an exquisite Italianate townhouse in the Chelsea Historic District, a block and a half from the High Line. Commissioned by Max Schwerin in 1856, this five-story, 27-foot-wide brownstone is not simply a home; it is a rare opportunity to create a legacy. Spanning nearly 10,000 square feet on a 2,683-square-foot lot, the residence offers boundless possibilities for reimagining 19th-century elegance into a modern heirloom of architectural significance. Its stately fac¸ade—marked by segmental-arched window enframements on delicate brackets and an elaborate Italianate cornice—stands as a testament to the artistry of its era. The carved and paneled double entrance doors, miraculously preserved, combined with the only remaining stoop on West 23rd Street, set it apart as a singular jewel in Chelsea’s crown. Inside, soaring ceilings, intricate original details, and baronial rooms await transformation. Imagine a grand parlor with floor-to-ceiling windows; a gourmet kitchen flowing into a serene Japanese garden; multiple en-suite bedrooms crowned by a private roof terrace with panoramic views of Downtown Manhattan. Like the finest heirlooms, the house carries its historic splendor forward while inviting the refinement, indulgence, and comfort of contemporary living. Chelsea itself provides the perfect backdrop. Once envisioned by Clement Clarke Moore as an enclave of distinction, the neighborhood today thrives as a cultural epicenter: the High Line’s elevated gardens, Chelsea Market’s global flavors, and more than 200 art galleries give life to a vibrant community. For discerning collectors of architecture and history, 448 West 23rd Street is more than a residence—it is a living heirloom. A chance to craft a home where legacy is preserved, beauty is redefined, and history is given new life in one of New York’s most coveted neighborhoods. Read Less

Listing Courtesy of: Aloysius Carlos, Nest Seekers LLC

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Nov 6, 2025

Property Type

MultiFamily

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

9,790

Lot Size

0.06 Acres

Year Built

1856

MLS Number

RLS20050718

30 Days Snapshot Of 10011

$1.90M

-35%

(avg) sold price

-63%

homes sold

146

(avg) days on market

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Building

Living Area Units: SquareFeet, Rooms Total: 20, Structure Type: MultiFamily

Exterior Features

Other Equipment: Intercom, Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Terrace

Foundation

Foundation Area: 0

Lot

Parcel Number: 0720-0071

Property

Property Sub Type: MultiFamily

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: $115,809, Tax Block: 0720, Tax Lot: 0071

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