Izvorno izgrađena 1887. godine za FDNY Engine Company No. 55, vatrogasna stanica na adresi 185 Lafayette Street je trijumf uzorkovane opeke, obložena terrakoškim ružama i složenim kamenim krovnim rubom. Danas, ova besprijekorno renovirana široka, landmarkovana SoHo vatrogasna stanica od 20,5' je obiteljská rezidencija, koja sadrži stropove s grebenima od 13'-15' na svakom katu i zadivljujuću terasu na krov. Irezivanje na rubu omogućava da se automobile uvuku i izvuku iz zgrade ako je to poželjno, luksuz koji se rijetko nalazi na Manhattanu.

Suvremeni interijer nasuprot landmarkovanoj izvornom vanjštini, ova kuća je prekrasno renovirana, a ipak zadržava svoju povijesnu fasadu i spiralno stepenište lakirano u tirkiznom. Prirodna svjetlost ulazi kroz široke hrastove podove kroz 10' prozore na glavnoj razini, s prostranim dnevnim prostorom i modernom kuhinjom opremljenom vrhunskim aparatima Miele i Subzero.

Mirni posvećeni glavni kat uživa u istoj obilnoj prirodnoj svjetlosti i stropovima s grebenima od 14'. Parno tuš kabina s prozorom od Hansgrohea, Vola armature i odvojeni WC s Toto WC-om upotpunjavaju ovu luksuznu, spa poput glavnu kupaonicu. Prilagođena walk-in garderoba nudi dovoljno prostora za pohranu.

Prizemlje funkcionira kao studio, garaža, poslovni prostor ili sekundarni prostor za zabavu, kompletirano prilagođenim policama za knjige od poda do stropa i ulivenim betonskim podovima, obloženim dvostrukim vrata i stropom od 15'. Potpuna kupaonica s Toto WC-om upotpunjava ovo kat.

Tamo je velika, uređen krov terasa s udobnim prostorom, kabanom i vodovodnom linijom.

Razina podruma nudi obilje prostora za pohranu, moguću rekreacijsku sobu i punu praonicu rublja.

Jedinstvena prilika za kupnju pravog komada povijesti New Yorka, 185 Lafayette Street ima željezne stupove smještene s obje strane fasade, ukrašene stiliziranim plamenim naglaskom kako bi se stvorila posveta izvornoj svrsi ove zgrade. Poznati Napoleon LeBrun je angažiran za izgradnju preko 40 vatrogasnih stanica između 1880.-1895. godine, uključujući 185 Lafayette Street. Dizajnirana da pruži protupožarnu zaštitu za priljev novih loft zgrada tijekom brze industrijalizacije SoHoa krajem 19. stoljeća, 185 Lafayette Street je bila funkcionalna vatrogasna stanica do 1982. godine kada je širenje Lafayette Street-a dovelo do njenog zatvaranja. Dugi niz godina nakon toga, grad je zadržao posjed vatrogasne stanice kao spavaće odaje zamjenika vatrogasnog načelnika Thomasa R. Langforda.

Originally constructed in 1887 for FDNY Engine Company No. 55, the firehouse at 185 Lafayette Street is a triumph of patterned brickwork, lined with terra cotta rosettes and an intricate stone cornice. Today, this impeccably renovated 20.5' wide, landmarked SoHo firehouse is a single-family residence, featuring 13'-15' beamed ceilings on every floor and a stunning roof terrace. A curb cut enables one to pull their car in and out of the building if desired, a luxury rarely available in Manhattan.

A modern interior juxtaposed against the landmarked original exterior, this home was beautifully renovated, yet still maintains its historic façade and turquoise lacquered spiral staircase. Natural light streams over wide plank oak floors though 10' windows on the main level, with grand scale living space and a modern kitchen appointed with top-of-the-line appliances by Miele and Subzero.

The tranquil dedicated primary floor enjoys the same abundant natural light and 14' beamed ceilings. A windowed steam shower by Hansgrohe, Vola fixtures, and separate water closet with Toto toilet complete this luxe, spa-like master bath. A custom walk-in closet provides ample storage.

The ground level functions as a studio, garage, commercial space or secondary entertaining area, complete with floor to ceiling custom built-in bookshelves and poured concrete floors, paneled double bay doors and 15' ceiling. A full bathroom with Toto toilet completes this floor.

There is a large, landscaped sunny roof terrace with lounge area, cabana and water line.

A basement level provides ample storage, a possible recreation room and a full laundry room.

A one-of-a-kind opportunity to purchase a true piece of New York history, 185 Lafayette Street features cast iron pillars situated on either side of the facade, topped with stylized flame accents to create an homage to this building's original purpose. The famed Napoleon LeBrun was commissioned to build over 40 firehouses between 1880-1895 including 185 Lafayette Street. Designed to provide fire protection for the influx of new loft buildings during the rapid industrialization of SoHo in the late 19th century, 185 Lafayette Street was a functioning firehouse until 1982 when the eventual widening of Lafayette Street brought it to a close. For many years following, the city retained possession of the firehouse as sleeping quarters for Deputy Fire Chief Thomas R. Langford.