173 Water St

Designer's Dream DUMBO Townhome This extraordinary townhome represents a rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind residence in one of New York City's most iconic waterfront neighborhoods. One of only five independent townhomes, this award-winning passive townhouse offers a remarkable blend of contemporary design, privacy, and luxury living in the heart of DUMBO. Spanning six levels and 18 feet wide, this architecturally significant residence features four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, two fireplaces, two private outdoor spaces, and the ultimate city luxury: a private covered parking space set on a remote-controlled rotating turntable for effortless entry and exit directly from your back door. The homes entry level offers a versatile bedroom, den, or home office alongside a full bathroom, creating an ideal guest suite with direct access to the private garage. The dramatic parlor floor is designed for exceptional entertaining, featuring soaring 20-foot ceilings, a mezzanine overlook, a striking open concept staircase, and a wall of wall-to-wall windows that flood the space with natural light. The living room centers around a gas fireplace, while the chef's kitchen showcases a top-of-the-line custmo design complete with premium Miele appliances, gas and electric cooktops, vented exhaust, dishwasher, refrigerator, expansive custom wood cabinetry, generous countertops, center island, and a unified dining area. This is the prefect space for entertaining or for everyday living. Sliding glass doors open seamlessly to a beautifully designed terrace with built-in gas grill creating the perfect indoor/outdoor living experience. Above, a mezzanine media lounge overlooks the entertaining level before leading to the luxurious full-floor primary suite. This serene retreat features wide plank white oak flooring, a gas fireplace, skylight, custom-fitted dressing room, and a spa-inspired bath with double vanity, dual shower heads, freestanding soaking tub, and radiant heated floors. The fourth floor offers two additional bedrooms, a shared full bathroom, and a thoughtfully designed laundry room with full-size washer and vented dryer. Crowning the home is a private sun-drenched roof terrace with glass railings and covered outdoor kitchen area, offering breathtaking views of the Manhattan Bridge, East River, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and the Downtown Manhattan skyline - an ideal setting for entertaining, gardening, or sunset cocktails. Completed in 2015, the DUMBO Townhouses were designed with energy-efficient building systems, triple-glazed windows and doors, central heating and cooling, radiant heated bathroom floors, and a fully equiped smart home system featuring remote video intercom access and locking capabilities from anywhere in the world. All conveniently located moments from Brooklyn Bridge Park, Empire Stores, Jane's Carousel, St. Ann's Warehouse, acclaimed restaurants, cafes, shopping, the A/C/F subway lines, NYC Ferry, and everything DUMBO has to offer. With exceptionally low carrying costs - monthly taxes under $1, 200 and a $100 per month charge for garage maintenance, this home is not to be missed.