Welcome to 3B, a truly special duplex residence. This elevator building is unique, artsy, and full of so much authentic New York City history. It's a tree-lined block with a neighborhood feel at the crossroads of the East Village, NoHo, and the Lower East Side.
The expansive living area features soaring 14-foot ceilings and dramatic, oversized windows that flood the space with natural light. Architectural details from the building's schoolhouse originssuch as built-in bookshelves and painted wooden wall panelslend timeless character and artistic distinction to the space.
On the first level, a private bedroom with a closet sits quietly at the rear of the apartment, which can be used for a number of other different purposes. Adjacent to it, a striking glass-enclosed green roomadorned with beautiful green mosaic tilesinvites you to create your own indoor garden retreat.
A hand-sculpted iron staircase leads to the upper level, where the spacious primary suite awaits. This tranquil bedroom offers ample room for storage and comfort, complemented by a large en-suite bathroom finished in soothing neutral tones of stone, tile, and nickel, with a soaking tub and natural light.
It is no exaggeration to say this is a one-of-a-kind space, with extremely generous living space and natural light, walking distance to so much of the best that downtown Manhattan has to offer.
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38 E 1st St
New York, NY 10003
Apartment building
1-3 beds
Available units
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$11,500
2 bd, 2 ba
1,318 sqft
For rent - Unit 3B
Listing by: MOTION New York
What's special
Soothing neutral tonesArchitectural detailsTree-lined blockNatural lightDramatic oversized windowsHand-sculpted iron staircasePrivate bedroom
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Hardwood
Neighborhood: East Village
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10S.T.A.R. Academy - PS 63Grades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10School For Global LeadersGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Cascades High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 38 E 1st St?
38 E 1st St has a walk score of 100, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 38 E 1st St?
38 E 1st St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 38 E 1st St?
The schools assigned to 38 E 1st St include S.T.A.R. Academy - PS 63, School For Global Leaders, and Cascades High School.
What neighborhood is 38 E 1st St in?
38 E 1st St is in the East Village neighborhood in New York, NY.







