WOW House: Historic Sylvan Terrace Townhouse Hits Market For $1.5 Million

WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY — The townhouses of Washington Heights' Sylvan Terrace are truly one-of-a-kind. The cobblestone block leading to the historic Morris–Jumel Mansion is lined by 20 nearly-identical 19th century carriage houses featuring distinct green shutters.

One of those houses, sitting on the northeast corner of the street, has been listed for just more than $1.5 million. The newly-remodeled home features both modern features and original craftsmanship such as hardwood floors and 10-foot-high original tin ceilings.

Check out more photos of the home below, and see the full listing on realtor.com.

• Address: 19 Sylvan Ter, New York City, New York
• Price: $1,575,000
• Square Feet: 1500
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 2 Baths
• Built: 1899
• Features: Sylvan Terrace is an alluring historic grouping of 20 three-story , wood framed townhouses straddling a 19th century cobblestone street. #19 sits on the luminous northeast corner of the Terrace and looks directly onto an acre and a half of gardens of the Morris-Jumel Mansion, Manhattans oldest house. This landmark was headquarters for George Washington in 1776 during the Battle of Long Island. The Terrace has been described as the prettiest street in New York due to its charm and nostalgia. #19 Sylvan Terrace is a unique piece of Manhattan and a wonderful place to live and boasts the following facilities...Three floors of townhouse, splendidly includes hardwood floors, stainless steel appliances, electrical and gas energy supply, backyard garden, 10' high original tin ceilings upstairs. The GROUND FLOOR - recently remodeled, exquisite Studio Apartment with a back garden which looks out on the Morris -Jumel Mansion. It features a stainless steel kitchen and full bathroom. The FIRST FLOOR - has a large living and dining area with kitchen, and a half bathroom (shower and toilet) neatly tucked under the stairs. The SECOND FLOOR - features 2 large bedrooms, a full bathroom and an office. Sylvan Terrace is a romance in another era, come reside in the beauty of past and present New York City.

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.