Svaka kuća ima svoju priču, ali ove kuće na adresi 223–225 East 31st Street imale su zaista zanimljivu prošlost.
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U Murray Hillu, ova nekretnina predstavlja priliku koja se događa jednom u generaciji za stjecanje dvostrane kuće, kombinacije dvije kuće s jednim Zertifikatom o useljenju. Kuća se proteže na impresivnih 33 stope širine i 98 stopa dubine. Obuhvaća otprilike 8,141 četvornih stopa, ova višekatna mješovita nekretnina nudi raznolikost, fleksibilnost i iznimnost koja se rijetko nalazi u Manhattanu. Nekretnina nudi dodatni građevinski faktor (FAR) od 2216 četvornih stopa.
223-225 East 31st Street su 2 od 4 identične kuće izgrađene u nizu od 221 do 227 East 31st Street. Izgrađene su oko 1858. godine u anglo-italijanskom stilu, a unatoč tome što su neobične za ove kuće, u tom području, ove kuće su izgrađene s ukrašenim lijevanim željeznim nadvratnicima iznad svih prozora s francuski inspiriranim košarama i ključnim kamenjem. Dok neki izvori navode datum izgradnje kao 1901., povijesni zapisi ukazuju da su izvorno završene krajem 1850-ih. Izvorni arhitekt niza nije izričito naveden u uobičajenim povijesnim zapisima, što je bilo uobičajeno za spekulativnu stambenu izgradnju sredinom stoljeća. Trenutno tragamo za dodatnim povijesnim zapisima.
Komercijalni prostor (Prvi i Drugi kat + Podrum)
Prizemlje sadrži dobrodošlu recepciju (koja se lako može preurediti za razne namjene), kuhinju, dva wc-a, jedno mjesto za parkiranje u garaži i tri privatne urede. Prema stražnjem dijelu, prostor studija izgrađen u vrtu obje kuće ima dramatičnih 23 ft visine, 42 ft dužine i 30 ft širine, s pomičnim krovom stvara upečatljivu arhitektonsku tačku fokusa. Ovaj jedinstveni volumen je predstavljen u HBO seriji I baš tako..., nastavku Seks i grad. Ono što znamo iz povijesnih zapisa jest da je ovu zgradu kupila prva kineska prezbiterijanska crkva u New Yorku i također je bila škola, a masivna građevina je vjerojatno bila njihova teretana.
Komercijalni dio također nudi izravan pristup podrumu punog zemljišta, pružajući značajan dodatni prostor za skladištenje ili funkcionalni prostor.
Drugi kat uključuje jednu punu kupaonicu i više praznih soba s drvenim podovima i višekratnim prozorima od poda do stropa s pogledom na East 31st Street, omogućujući obilje prirodnog svjetla tijekom dana.
Treći kat s otprilike 1897 četvornih stopa, je stambeni apartman koji se proteže cijelom širinom i dužinom kata. Generozan raspored sadrži 2 spavaće sobe, 2 kupaonice, veliki dnevni boravak s blagovaonom i sunčanicu koja vodi do velike privatne terase, stvarajući besprijekorno unutarnje-vanjsko životno iskustvo.
Četvrti kat s otprilike 1500 četvornih stopa trenutno je apartman s 2 spavaće sobe i 2 kupaonice, s prostranim dnevnim boravkom s krovnim prozorom i kuhinjom odgovarajuće veličine.
Ovo je izvanredna prilika za developere, investitore, krajnje korisnike ili kupce koji rade i žive i traže razmjere, potencijal prihoda i arhitektonski karakter na primarnoj lokaciji u Manhattanu.
223 East 31st Street mirno se nalazi uz sjevernu stranu East 31st Street između Druga i Treća avenija — uglađeni dio s kućama koji se osjeća izričito stambeno unatoč tome što je udaljen samo nekoliko trenutaka od središta Midtowna. Ova ulica okružena elegantnim brownstones nudi privatnost i šarm koji se rijetko nalaze tako blizu glavnim koridorima Manhattana. Ipak, unutar samo pola ulice, okruženje se besprijekorno pretvara u živahnu, uslužnu četvrt.
Na istoku, Druga avenija, stanovnici i najmoprimci uživaju neposredni pristup svakodnevnim potrebama uključujući supermarkete, kafiće, fitness studije i trgovine u susjedstvu, kao i AMC kina koja privlače večernji i vikend promet. Dvije ulice dalje, NYU Langone Health služi kao jedna od najistaknutijih medicinskih institucija u Manhattanu.
Na zapadu, Treća avenija nudi živahnu mješavinu restorana s uslugom, butik trgovina, specijalne usluge, hitnu veterinarsku skrb i lokalne potrebštine koje daju ovom kutku...

Every house has a story, but this houses at 223–225 East 31st Street had quite a storied past.
Let’s focus on the offering for now.
In Murray Hill, this property presents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to acquire a double wide townhouse, a combination of 2 townhouses with one certificate of occupancy. The house spans an impressive 33 feet wide by 98 feet deep. Encompassing approximately 9,071 square feet, this 4 story mixed-use property offers scale, flexibility, and distinction rarely found in Manhattan. The property offers an additional buildable FAR of 2216 sq. ft.
223-225 East 31st Street are 2 of 4 identical townhouses built in a row from 221 through 227 East 31st Street. They were built around 1858 in the Anglo-Italianate style and uncharacteristic of these houses but in the area, these houses were built with Ornate Cast iron Lintels above all the windows with French inspired backets and keystones. While some sources list the construction date as 1901, historical records indicate they were originally completed in the late 1850s. The original architect for the row is not explicitly named in common historical records, which was typical for mid-century speculative housing. We are in the process of searching for more historical records.
Commercial Space (First & Second Floors + Basement)
The ground level features a welcoming reception area (easily reconfigured to suit a variety of uses), a kitchen, two half bathrooms, one on-site parking garage space, and three private offices. Toward the rear, a studio space that was built of the garden of both houses at a dramatic 23 Ft tall 42 ft long by 30 ft wide, with a retractable sunroof creates a striking architectural focal point. This unique volume has been featured in the HBO series And Just Like That..., the continuation of Sex and the City. What we do know from historical records was this building was purchased by the first Chinese Presbyterian Church in New York and was also a school and the massive structure was likely their gymnasium.
The commercial portion also offers direct access to a full-lot basement, providing substantial additional storage or functional space.
The Second Floor includes one full bathroom and multiple vacant rooms with hardwood floors and floor to ceiling multipaned windows overlooking East 31st Street, allowing for abundant natural light throughout.
Third Floor at approximately 1897 sq ft., is a residential apartment that spans the entire width and length of the floor. A generous floorplan consisting of 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a large living dining area and a sunroom that leads to a large private terrace, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience.
Fourth Floor at approxamtely 1500 sq ft. is currently a 2 bedroom 2 bath apt with an oversized living room w skylight and a cooks size kitchen.
This is an exceptional opportunity for developers, investors, end-users, or live-work buyers seeking scale, income potential, and architectural character in a prime Manhattan location.
223 East 31st Street sits quietly along the north side of East 31st Street between Second and Third Avenue — a refined, townhouse-lined stretch that feels distinctly residential despite being moments from Midtown’s core. Flanked by elegant brownstones, the block offers privacy and charm rarely found this close to Manhattan’s major corridors. Yet within half a block, the setting transitions seamlessly into a vibrant, service-rich neighborhood environment.
To the east, Second Avenue, residents and tenants enjoy immediate access to daily conveniences including supermarkets, cafés, fitness studios, and neighborhood retailers, as well as AMC Theatres, which anchors evening and weekend foot traffic. Two blocks away, NYU Langone Health serves as one of Manhattan’s premier medical institutions.
To the west, Third Avenue offers a lively mix of sit-down restaurants, boutique shops, specialty services, veterinary urgent care and neighborhood staples that give this pocket o