252 7th Avenue PHP
$4,995,000
MLS# RLS20070076 · Chelsea
Originally listed at $5,300,000. Price last reduced on May 14, 2026.
Listed February 3, 2026 · 283 days on the market
3 Beds 4 Baths 2,525 Sq.Ft.
About This Property
This duplex penthouse residence feels like a townhouse in the sky, with a gracious entry hall leading to the living/dining space, kitchen and two bedrooms on the first floor. There are sweeping views from the Hudson River to the West, to the Freedom Tower and downtown skyline to the South. There is a wood-burning fireplace to add to the charm. A library off the living room can serve as a TV room, office, guest room or fourth bedroom. Chefs will appreciate the custom cabinetry, Viking refrigerator, Miele dishwasher and Dacor range and microwave in the home’s open kitchen.
The primary bedroom, with Western exposures, has a spacious ensuite marble bath, large closets and an inviting reading nook. The corner guest bedroom has a hall bath and is flooded with light from South and Western views. Off the entry hall you’ll also find ample closet space, a washer/dryer and a powder room for guests.
The second floor features a third bedroom, currently set up as an office, with sweeping Western and Southern views, another full bath and the intimate private terrace, which leads to the building’s common roof deck, offering glorious 360-degree views of the city. The newly finished common area also offers outdoor cooking facilities and dining tables.
Chelsea Mercantile is a full-service, pet-friendly condominium also offering a bike room, conference room, fitness center, garage and children’s playroom. In addition to the doorman and concierge, there is a resident manager, valet and maid services, supplemental laundry facilities and on-site dry cleaning. There is a Whole Foods Market in the building, and the area is home to numerous restaurants, shops and public transportation options, as well as the Chelsea gallery area and the Highline Park.
Shown by appointment only.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.
Built in 1910, the 19-story building at 252 7th Avenue has a duplex penthouse with high ceilings, hardwood floors, built-ins and a wood-burning fireplace. The floors separate the living spaces from the sleeping and working rooms, so the home feels closer to a townhouse than a typical flat. The first floor holds the entry hall, the living and dining space, the kitchen and the bedrooms, and the second floor has a room currently set up as an office, another full bath and the private terrace.
The kitchen is open to the living and dining space and has custom cabinetry, a Viking refrigerator, a Miele dishwasher and a Dacor range and microwave. I like an open plan like this for hosting, since cooking and conversation happen in the same room, though it leaves less separation between the stove and the sofa. Off the living room, a library gives you room for a TV, a desk or overnight guests.
The primary bedroom has Western exposures, and the corner guest bedroom gets light from both South and Western views. An open horizon facing west gets about 7 hours of direct sun around the June solstice, from about 1:11 PM to 8:07 PM, though nearby buildings can block it. The private terrace is over 60 square feet, and it leads up to the building's common roof deck, which the listing describes as offering 360-degree views of the city.
Pets are welcome, with cats and dogs allowed and a maximum of two dogs per unit.
The building has a doorman and concierge, a resident manager, valet and maid services, and on-site dry cleaning. Its amenities include a gym, a garage, a bike room, a children's playroom, a courtyard, a garden and the roof deck. The newly finished common area has outdoor cooking facilities and dining tables, so you won't need to leave the building to host a dinner outside.
Getting around is easy here. The 1 train at 23 St is about 2 minutes on foot, and the C and E trains at the same stop are about 4 minutes away. The F and M trains are about 5 minutes away. Chelsea Park is about 9 minutes away, Madison Square Park is about 10 minutes away, and Whole Foods Market is about 1 minute away.
Quick answers+
Does the apartment have in-unit laundry?
Yes. The apartment has a washer and dryer in the unit. The building also has laundry facilities.
Is there private outdoor space?
Yes. The private terrace is over 60 square feet and is on the second floor. It leads to the building's common roof deck.
Does the building have a doorman?
Yes. The building has a doorman and a concierge.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Cats and dogs allowedMaximum 2 dogs per unit. Maximum 2 Dogs per Unit
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Fireplace
- Hardwood floors
- City view
- River view
- Built-ins
- Entrance foyer
- High ceilings
- Private outdoor space (over 60 sq ft)
- Terrace
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Bike room
- Concierge
- Elevator
- Garage parking
- Laundry in building
- Security guard
- Storage space
- Valet parking
Wellness and recreation
- Children's playroom
- Gym
Outdoor space
- Courtyard
- Garden
- Roof deck
Some building amenities are reported on other current listings in this building. Confirm amenities and building policies before relying on them.
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$34,708 / month
- Principal and interest$25,257
- Common charges$2,358
- Property taxes$7,093
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$999,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (1.5%)$74,925
- Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$76,923
Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
About the Building
252 7th Avenue is a 19-story condominium in Chelsea, completed in 1910 and home to 352 residential units. The most recent major alteration on record was in 1999.
The closest subway is 23 St (1), about a 2-minute walk. Chelsea Park is roughly 9 minutes away on foot.
Compiled from NYC public records and open data.
- Year Built
- 1910
- Stories
- 19
- Units
- 352
- Building Type
- Condominium
Location & Nearby
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252 7th Avenue PHP
Subway
- 123 StAbout 2 min walk
- CE23 StAbout 4 min walk
- 128 StAbout 4 min walk
- FM23 StAbout 5 min walk
Parks
- Chelsea ParkAbout 9 min walk
- Madison Square ParkAbout 10 min walk
Public schools · Elementary schools
- P.S. 11: The Sarah J. Garnet Elementary SchoolAbout 8 min walk
- P.S. 33 Chelsea PrepAbout 10 min walk
- Sixth Avenue Elementary SchoolAbout 11 min walk
Middle schools
- New York City Lab Middle School for Collaborative StudiesAbout 11 min walk
High schools
- The High School of Fashion IndustriesAbout 2 min walk
- Manhattan Village AcademyAbout 7 min walk
Colleges & universities
- Fashion Institute of TechnologyAbout 3 min walk
- CUNY School of Professional StudiesAbout 9 min walk
- Mercy UniversityAbout 14 min walk
- American Academy of Dramatic ArtsAbout 14 min walk
Museums
- National Museum of MathematicsAbout 3 min walk
- Poster HouseAbout 4 min walk
- Yeshiva University MuseumAbout 13 min walk
- Chelsea Art MuseumAbout 17 min walk
Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.
The Neighborhood
About Chelsea
Manhattan's premier arts district offering contemporary residences, gallery culture, and the iconic High Line.
Walkability
10/10
Public transit
9/10
Schools
7/10
Dining
10/10
Groceries & parks
8/10
Schools in Chelsea
Strong private school presence with access to some of Manhattan's most innovative educational programs.
Private schools in the area include Avenues: The World School.
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