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320 CONVENT AVENUE - HAMILTON HEIGHTS

A 5,892 square foot, 20’ wide CORNER TOWNHOUSE with 6 bedrooms! This truly iconic GILDED AGE ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE is a true MANSION! Built in 1890, the home boasts a 55-foot, landmark, south facing brick & limestone façade. 320 Convent stands apart from its neighbors and surrounded by greenery on three sides, with oversize windows streaming endless sunlight into every room.

320 Convent Avenue is a rare, architecturally significant corner townhouse anchoring “Gold Coast” Convent Avenue between 143rd and 144th Streets. Lush trees shelter this most prestigious block in Hamilton Heights, itself one of the most beautiful, sought after neighborhoods in Harlem and Upper Manhattan.

The building is of sturdy brick & limestone construction BEAUTIFULLY MAINTAINED AND SELECTIVELY RENOVATED both inside and out to preserve the landmarked structure, maintain original interior details and provide comfortable contemporary living.

The home features a classical, columned limestone entrance, distinctive rounded corner tower, and stacked bay windows with historic, and newly restored, leaded glass. A gracious natural slate & copper roof with multiple dormers reaches to the sky, while the original wrought iron fence surrounds and protects the home, front and rear gardens.

A grand entrance through the limestone portico opens into the ULTIMATE 12' 6" HIGH CEILING PARLOR FLOOR FOR ENTERTAINING! An elegant foyer replete with original paneling opens into a generous, high ceiling living room with fireplace and elegant, curved tower windows, topped with stained glass. The large formal dining room comfortably seats 12, and is lined with original 1890 oak woodwork on all sides, including a fireplace. Floors 3 and 4 host massive, over 10-foot ceilinged bedrooms with huge windows, fireplaces, lots of light and large, newly renovated bathrooms. The 5th floor has 3 cozy, dormered bedrooms and a bathroom.

The Garden Floor features a Gourmet Eat-in Kitchen with professional level Garland range, Fisher-Paykel Refrigerator and Bosch Dishwasher across from a large Library/Den with fireplace. A second gated entrance provides access to the street, and to the Rear Garden, a charming backyard retreat for alfresco dining.

The Elegant Staircase connects all levels and rises to a skylight, flooding the home’s interior with natural light. Amenities include a full basement with abundance of storage and over 300 Amps of electric power, new zone heating & cooling system on the garden and 5th floors. Antique mantels and beautiful parquet flooring throughout the home.

Hamilton Heights is one of the most remarkable historic districts in all of Manhattan. It is named for Alexander Hamilton’s historic farm and tells a rich history of architectural quality, serene tree lined streets and notable residents. Musical greats Count Basie, Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Oscar Hammerstein, and Lena Horne all lived here, as did the artist Norman Rockwell.

Transportation & Neighborhood - 320 Convent is conveniently located to public transportation including the A, B, C, D, #1 subway trains. Local amenities include Jackie Robinson Park, the Hamilton Grange in St Nicholas Park, and Riverbank State Park. The home is located near restaurants, supermarkets, and shops and is an easy commute to Columbia University. The location provides easy access out of the city by car to residential suburbs and weekend destinations. Listing courtesy of Compass ...
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