"A New York City townhouse built in 1873 hit the market at $4.195 million - and it's less than 10 feet wide. The building at 75 1/2 Bedford Street is sandwiched between two homes in Manhattan's West Village, just half a mile from Washington Square Park. It's the city's narrowest building, according to the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission. Outside of its unique configuration, it also boasts a rich history of famous residents like Cary Grant, John Barrymore, and cartoonist William Steig."
"Property records show the current owner, Tandra Hammer, bought the home in 2023 for $3.41 million. According to The New York Times, Hammer's daughter, Donte Calarco, lives there, but is ready to sell. The previous owners bought it for $3.25 million in 2013 and made renovations before selling it to Hammer. The StreetEasy listing shows it was listed for as high as $4.99 million in 2021."
"A historic West Village townhouse less than 10 feet wide is listed for $4.195 million. The townhouse is the narrowest home in New York City, and attracts curiosity from passersby. It's been home to a long list of famous residents, including a Pulitzer Prize-winning author. Take a look inside New York City's skinniest home. Skinny homes can be found all over the country, and no matter the width, they still attract high price tags - or at least interested passersby."
Built in 1873, the narrow townhouse at 75 1/2 Bedford Street measures less than 10 feet across and is officially New York City's narrowest building. The property sits in the West Village, near Washington Square Park, and has hosted notable residents including Cary Grant, John Barrymore, and William Steig. Property records show Tandra Hammer purchased the home in 2023 for $3.41 million, and prior owners bought and renovated it after acquiring it in 2013 for $3.25 million. The home has appeared on StreetEasy with prior asking prices up to $4.99 million and continues to draw public curiosity.
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