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2-bedroom apartment for sale in Greenwich Village

42 W 9th St Apt 18, Greenwich Village, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10011

$1,995,000
Asking price · in USD
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Greenwich Village, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms. Asking price $1,995,000. Built in 1882.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

This is a rare opportunity to purchase a 1,500 square foot half floor-thru prewar gem on the coveted "Gold Coast" of Lower Fifth Avenue - the intersection of classic brownstones, renowned restaurants, boutique shopping and daily convenience. Bring your architect and build on a stunning canvas - 10-foot ceilings, three sunny exposures, two wood-burning fireplaces, 18th century chevron Belgian oak floors, and original moldings throughout - to create your own exquisitely modern home within this historic building. Currently configured as 2 bedrooms plus a formal dining room and study, the unit's grand proportions allow for many possible layouts to suit your needs. You might envision a luxurious primary suite with fireplace, walk-in closets, and an ensuite bath with room for a dramatic standalone tub. Add an additional two bedrooms (three total) and still have ample room for a full-sized kitchen and spacious living and dining area for all your relaxing and entertaining needs. For a buyer with high standards and a keen eye, the possibilities are exhilarating. Built in 1882 by Ralph Townsend, The Portsmouth is one of two twin Queen Anne-style buildings on tree-lined West 9th Street just West of 5th Avenue - part of a sought-after cooperative sometimes known as the "Downtown Dakota." Equipped with full-time doorman, full-time super, bike room, package room, updated elevators, restored lobbies, laundry room, and storage in the basement, the building allows co-purchase, pied-a-terre, pets, washer/dryers, and central air conditioning as well as financing up to 80%. Note: 1% Flip Tax payable by seller. Don't miss your chance to create a personalized home at one of New York City's most desirable addresses! Square footage source: floorplan measuring company

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 67/100 · Fairly complete

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    • Full points: 12 photos15/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details16/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 289 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy9/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Problem: Differs from city records (built 1900, 54 homes)2/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

Buying costs

What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $1,995,000, 25% below the median asking price for 2-bedroom homes for sale in Greenwich Village.

Median here
$2,650,000
38 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$1,995,000–$3,400,000
The middle half of listings

Priced in line with similar homes here.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Greenwich Village

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 9th Street (PATH)HOB-33 JSQ-33 JSQ-33 via HOB WTC-332 min walk
  • W 4 St-Wash SqA C E B D F M4 min walk
  • Christopher St-Stonewall16 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

Distance only, not school zones. Check the zoned school with NYC Public Schools.

The building

54 units · 6 floors · built 1900 · 1 more home listed here

Building record for 38 West 9 Street

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

38 West 9 Street · BBL 1-00572-0017 · built 1900 · 54 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
May have stabilized units
Last sale (12-month file)
$2,995,000 on Dec 18, 2025

The city’s records match this listing to the tax lot at 38 West 9 Street. Corner and multi-address buildings often have one main address.

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

See the full building record

Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.