The Upper West Side home of jazz legend Billie Holiday at 26 West 87th Street has hit the market for $13.995M. This historically significant home was built in early 1900, and after being purchased in 2017 underwent a stunning renovation by architect Amie Sachs, formerly of Annabelle Selldorf Architects, with interior design by Fawn Galli.
Holiday, known as “Lady Day,” was a resident of 26 West 87th Street until her death in 1959. While living in apartment #1B, she released one of her most famous albums, Lady in Satin, in 1958.
Spanning more than 6,300 square feet, the 20-foot wide Renaissance Revival townhome is six levels featuring 7 Bedrooms, 6 Full Bathrooms and 2 Powder Rooms along with a curated backyard garden. Enjoy vibrant rooms with grand proportions, glistening light, soaring 10-foot to 12-foot ceiling heights, 6 fireplace mantles, screening room with full kitchen and bar, wine cellar, mud room and skylight.
Enter this luxurious home through mahogany doors via the L-shaped stoop with 2 landscaped landings. The foyer showcases gorgeously detailed paneling, chandelier and herringbone oak floor. Continue along the entry vestibule to an exceptional living room. The 12-foot carved plaster ceiling and stately fireplace mantle adorn this simply remarkable room. Also found on this floor are the state-of-the-art kitchen, featuring modern amenities including SubZero refrigerator, Bertazzoni six-top gas range, two Fisher and Paykel dishwashers, and two sinks, as well as the grand dining room.
The entire third floor is designed as a private, luxurious primary suite. At approximately 1,100 sqft the space features beautiful ceilings, picturesque windows, an elegant fireplace and fully outfitted dressing room along with a spa-like en suite.
This special home, located adjacent to Central Park and the Reservoir, is listed by celebrity broker Kelly Killoren Bensimon of Douglas Elliman. Visit their site for full details on the listing.
Photography by Evan Joseph Photography.
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