售$200萬 - 531 W 149TH Street, 曼哈頓 北曼哈顿 Hamilton Heights, NY 10031｜ID # RLS20103876

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有些街道會讓人不自覺放慢腳步。西第149街長久以來便是這樣的一段街區。無論向東或向西行走，這段路始終值得一走。

531號西第149街歷經世代，至今依然自然挺立，是羅馬式復興風格建築的絕佳典範。圓弧形凸窗、雕刻棕砂石細節、優雅的入口階梯與鍛鐵大門，僅僅初步透露出屋內所蘊含的溫暖、工藝與獨特個性。

早在抵達第一個住宅單位之前，這棟房子便已開始訴說自己的故事。馬賽克磁磚地面、質感豐厚的木質鑲板、護牆板、上懸窗與木作細節，帶人走進一個工藝融入日常空間的早期年代。上方的鍍鋅鋼天窗，讓不斷變化、宛如雕塑般的光影交織，灑滿中央樓梯廳。

每個單位都各具特色，卻又明確屬於一個更完整的整體。屋內各處的壁爐組件，至今仍是最精美的細節之一。雕刻木製壁爐台搭配壁爐上方的鏡面、圖案華麗的陶瓷磁磚壁爐圍飾與爐床，以及雕塑般的鑄鐵爐膛，共同界定主要房間的風格。挑高天花板、線腳、裝飾邊條、木作細節、由歷久不衰的室內百葉窗框住的高窗，以及朝北與朝南的採光方向，進一步彰顯每個住宅的獨特之處。廚房多年來經過細心更新，卻從未要求這棟房子變成它原本不該成為的樣子。每個整層住宅都保留前後兩個出入口，在提供靈活性的同時，也讓人想起較早年代的生活方式。

朝南的房間與周圍的樹冠形成美妙的關係。隨著季節變換，房間彷彿坐落於葉片之下、與葉片相伴，或恰好高於葉梢，溫柔地提醒你：大自然在曼哈頓依然擁有一席之地。三樓的圓弧形凸窗成為屋內最令人喜愛的所在之一，內置窗邊座椅不向你要求任何事情，只希望你再多停留一會兒。樓上，四樓的浴室在天窗下提供另一處私密避所，讓人暫時消失其中。

這裡仍為想像保留了空間。目前房屋規劃為四個自由市場住宅單位，未來可以維持現有格局，也可以合併個別樓層，打造更寬敞、更貼近個人需求的配置。房屋一直受到悉心維護，並持續進行改善，包括近期完成的屋頂翻修，體現出貫穿整棟房屋的周到照料。

本物業地上約有3,500平方呎的室內空間、788平方呎的地下室，以及928平方呎的戶外空間；此外更擁有超過1,600平方呎的額外可建樓地板面積，為未來希望在符合相關分區規例及取得批准的前提下，審慎擴建的人士提供彈性。

來認識漢密爾頓高地的魅力。一百年前如此，時至今日亦絲毫未減；曼哈頓這一隅有著令人無法忽視、回頭凝望的魅力。在這片歷史悠久的舒格希爾區，讓人很容易理解，一個地方如何能容納如此壯麗的景致。

這個迷人的社區距離紐約市最精彩的一切都只需幾分鐘車程，前往或離開曼哈頓時，也能快速便捷地連接各座橋樑、隧道、火車、巴士與高速公路。河濱公園、河岸州立公園、哥倫比亞大學、城市學院，以及日常所需的各項生活機能，皆近在數個街區之內。無論場合需要盛裝打扮與否，無論你想享用頂級料理、快速簡餐，或輕鬆隨意的餐點，這個社區都一應俱全。

有些房子在你抵達的那一刻便令人印象深刻；另一些則一點一滴地展現自身魅力。531號西第149街兩者皆是——它留下雋永印象，並非因為刻意吸引目光，而是因為它從未試圖如此。

A House Beneath The Trees ...

Certain streets encourage you to take your time. West 149th Street has long been one of those blocks. Whether heading east or west , it has always been worth the walk.

Standing as naturally today as it has for generations, 531 West 149th Street is a beautiful example of Romanesque Revival design. Its rounded bays, carved brownstone detailing, elegant stoop, and wrought-iron gate offer only the first indication of the warmth, craftsmanship, and individuality waiting within.
Long before arriving at the first residence, the house begins telling its story. Mosaic tile floors, rich wood paneling, wainscoting, transoms, and millwork introduce an earlier era, where craftsmanship found its place in everyday spaces. Above, the galvanized steel skylight fills the central stair hall with an ever-changing, sculptural interplay of light and shadow.

Each unit is individual in its own way, yet unmistakably part of a greater whole. Throughout the house, fireplace ensembles remain among its finest details. Carved wood mantels with overmantel mirrors, richly patterned ceramic tile surrounds and hearths, and sculptural cast-iron fireboxes define the principal rooms. Elevated ceilings, moldings, trim, millwork, tall windows framed by their time-honored interior shutters, and north and south exposures further distinguish each residence. Kitchens have been thoughtfully refreshed through the years, never asking the house to become something it was never meant to be. Each full-floor residence retains both front and rear entrances, a feature offering flexibility while recalling an earlier way of living.

The southern-facing rooms enjoy a wonderful relationship with the surrounding canopy. Depending upon the season, the rooms seem to rest beneath the leaves, among them, or just above them, gently reminding you that nature still has a place in Manhattan. The third-floor rounded bay becomes one of the house's favorite places, its built-in window seat asking nothing of you except to stay a little longer. Above, the fourth-floor bath offers its own retreat beneath a skylight, a place to disappear for a while.

There is still room for imagination here. Currently arranged as four free-market residences, the house can continue much as it is, or individual floors may be combined to create larger, more personal arrangements. Carefully maintained, it has benefited from ongoing improvements, including a recent roof replacement, reflecting the same thoughtful care found throughout.
With approximately 3,500 square feet above grade, a 788-square-foot cellar, and 928 square feet of outdoor space, the property is further complemented by more than 1,600 square feet of additional FAR, offering flexibility for those who may wish to thoughtfully expand in the future, subject to applicable zoning and approvals.

Get to know the allure of Hamilton Heights. A century ago, and every bit as much today, there is something undeniably head turning about this part of Manhattan. Here, within the historic Sugar Hill section, it is easy to appreciate how one place could contain so much magnificence.

This wonderful community is within minutes of all the best New York City has to offer and is well positioned for fast and easy bridge, tunnel, train, bus, and highway access in and out of Manhattan. Riverside Park, Riverbank State Park, Columbia University, City College, and your essential amenities are all within blocks. Whether the occasion calls for dressing up or not, and whether you fancy a first-rate, quick, or casual-style meal, this neighborhood has it all checked out.

Some houses impress the moment you arrive. Others reveal themselves a little at a time. 531 West 149th Street does both, leaving a lasting impression not because it asks for attention, but because it never tried to.