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Picture a studio, and you probably conjure an image of a glorified kitchenette, low ceilings, and a bed pressed up against a coffee table. What you likely don’t picture is this home. Though it may be filtered into the studio category on listing sites due to its lack of interior walls, the loft-like space actually spans more than 1,100 square feet.
And the square footage is gleaming with industrial allure, from the custom concrete flooring and tall ceilings to the chrome fixtures and large factory windows. If the decor style feels extremely cool, you can thank the home’s owners — Lisa Menichino and her wife Jo-Ann DiSantis, owner of the popular bar Cubbyhole, one of NYC’s only lesbian bars.
In one corner, a neon sign spelling out “All I Need Is You” in glowing purple letters hangs above a Murphy bed, which doubles as a giant piece of artwork thanks to the mural that appears when the bed folds away. I love the open layout and this ingenious hidden bedroom idea, but the listing also touts the unit’s ability to be converted into a classic one-bedroom if you so choose. You can head up a few stairs to a loft currently in use as a home office, which you could easily repurpose it as a sleeping loft, but tall people beware: It’s just 5 feet 9 inches tall.
A far cry from the hot plate and mini fridge of a more compact apartment, this kitchen boasts beautiful white stone counters, stainless appliances, glass cabinets, and even a wine vault. The entire living area flows easily around a giant concrete pillar, making the light, soaring space feel grounded and solid.
This home is listed for $950,000 by Kristi Ambrosetti of Sotheby’s International Realty – East Side Manhattan Brokerage.
Are you on the house hunt, or just the type of person who loves browsing real estate listings, even when you’re not in the market for a new home? Property Crush is a column where we feature actual real estate listings that get the Apartment Therapy seal of approval in regards to style (we haven’t done home inspections or anything, so don’t sue us). Know of a great house on the market? Email the listing to repitches@apartmenttherapy.com.
One glance at the wooden beams set into the facade, the metal window boxes filled with clay pots, and the wooden shutters is enough to fall under the spell of this Tudor-style home. Heading up the narrow brick walkway to the front door feel like walking into a fairytale that happens to be set in Southern California.
In the living room, a large fireplace with a wooden mantle and large brick surround visually warms up the entire room. The sitting room offers another lounging area, where shiplap ceilings accented by rich wooden beams make for a dramatic space that still manages to feel bright.
A wide, rounded doorway leads into the dining room where a Gothic chandelier creates a natural focal point in the center of the room, which features all-white walls and a set of French doors that allow for instant access to the patio’s own dining area if you’d rather take your nightcap outside.
The kitchen, though it’s been updated with some sparkling stainless appliances, retains its wooden cabinetry and its old-school charm — the home was built in 1936, after all. All through the home, elements like dark wooden built-in shelves, rounded doors, stained glass, and bay windows make each room a treasure of its own. If I had to pick my favorite nook, it would have to be a tie between the window seat in the primary suite where I can easily picture sipping tea each night, and the shady spot below the massive tree in the backyard, framed by stone pavers. Two perfect spots for reading a good book, if you ask me.
Are you on the house hunt, or just the type of person who loves browsing real estate listings, even when you’re not in the market for a new home? Property Crush is a column where we feature actual real estate listings that get the Apartment Therapy seal of approval in regards to style (we haven’t done home inspections or anything, so don’t sue us). Know of a great house on the market? Email the listing to repitches@apartmenttherapy.com.
Having grown up in an old brick house, I am extremely partial to a brick home. So when I saw this brick rowhouse, paired with a glossy black front door and a big window box just waiting for springtime blooms, it instantly had my heart.
Inside, the first floor’s foundation of original wood plank flooring, recessed lighting, and white walls is simple enough to welcome any combination of eclectic decor. Even if you were to decide to dress everything in neutral tones, I love the baby blue walls that enclose the staircase, paired with the royal blue stairs. It reminds me of a portal in Chefchaouen, Morocco, or some beautiful oasis filled with color.
Past the bright orange-and-yellow closet door into the kitchen, two windows bathe the terracotta-colored tiles and open shelves in sunlight. Upstairs, three bedrooms unfold, including one with a ceiling fan and ample closet space and another with golden-yellow walls and lots of open shelving.
Ascend another set of steps — these ones painted in a vibrant shade of red — to the third floor, a whitewashed attic with slanted walls, brick accents, and a skylight. Make it your yoga zone, your art studio, your writer’s retreat, or whatever else you need for your year of rest and relaxation.
Are you on the house hunt, or just the type of person who loves browsing real estate listings, even when you’re not in the market for a new home? Property Crush is a column where we feature actual real estate listings that get the Apartment Therapy seal of approval in regards to style (we haven’t done home inspections or anything, so don’t sue us). Know of a great house on the market? Email the listing to repitches@apartmenttherapy.com.
If you automatically think of McMansions with all-white interiors whenever you hear “new construction” — think again. Situated in southeastern Texas, this single-family home built in 2022 doesn’t have a plain builder’s white surface in sight.
The entire home subs hardwood floors for Saltillo tiles sourced from Mexico, which sets a warm, terracotta-colored foundation for the rest of the interior. In the living room, exposed wood beams adorn the ceiling and an understated antique milk glass light fixture hangs from the center. That room flows into the kitchen, where an eclectic mix of tones and textures — from gray-and-white walls to leathered marble counters — make the space feel like it’s aged gracefully through several iterations, despite its pristine condition.
The four bedrooms and bathrooms include eye-catching details like a rounded doorway, unique light, or antique fixture, which all make the home feel full of character.
Outside, in addition to the patio and cute carport, the property also boasts an independent casita, complete with a kitchenette and full bath — perfect for guests, or for taking a mini vacation whenever you need one.
Are you on the house hunt, or just the type of person who loves browsing real estate listings, even when you’re not in the market for a new home? Property Crush is a column where we feature actual real estate listings that get the Apartment Therapy seal of approval in regards to style (we haven’t done home inspections or anything, so don’t sue us). Know of a great house on the market? Email the listing to repitches@apartmenttherapy.com.
Scrolling through real estate listings looking at various dream homes is a tough job but, hey, someone’s gotta do it! Half the fun of receiving tips and scouring listing sites for Property Crush potential is the joy of the find — stumbling across a home with an unusual facade, gloriously low price point, or unbelievable interior design, and then getting to highlight it on Apartment Therapy.
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While everyone else analyzes their Spotify wrapped playlists or creates their “dating wrapped” PowerPoints, I’ve gone through all of the Property Crushes from the past year to create a house hunting wrapped of sorts. Below, find seven of my favorite home features from 2022 — which all listed for less than $500,000.
A Colorado Home with a Bowling Alley and Blazing Orange Carpets
Some of the most astonishing ‘60s and ‘70s interiors are hidden inside seemingly average-looking houses. That’s certainly the case for this groovy spot in Burlington, Colorado, which is on the market for just $71 per square foot. The three-bedroom brick home appears unassuming from the street. But inside, it unleashes a wave of colors and textures, thanks to blazing orange shag carpets, wood paneling, and more.
A Disco-Glam Gem in Georgia
Judging by the low-profile, wooden-sided exterior of this single-story home, you wouldn’t expect anything out of the ordinary going on inside — which makes the reveal of clicking through the photos all the more glorious. Smoked mirror tiles line the ceiling of the foyer, which leads into a living room that’ll stop you in your tracks: Wall-to-wall plush teal carpeting and curved built-in couches are anchored around a freestanding gas fireplace with a cylindrical mirrored chimney hovering above, making it look like a giant disco centerpiece.
A Transformed Antique Schoolhouse in Connecticut
Lovers of a home with history will have no choice but to fall for this former schoolhouse, which dates back to 1759. From the old-school (pun intended) cupola to the date card affixed to the facade, it’s not hard to tell that this building once served as the area’s academy through the 19th century. But stepping inside you won’t find a single stuffy textbook or cramped classroom. Thanks to the previous owners, who were furniture makers, the antique institution has been deliberately updated into a fresh, open-concept home.
An 857-Square-Foot Cottage on an Island in Maine
Stationed on a small, rocky island off the coast of mainland Maine,this quintessential Capelooks like the perfect spot to preserve the summertime mindset. Built in 1941 as a studio, the square footage is compact. The floor plan, just shy of 860 square feet, comprises two adorable bedrooms, one and a half baths, and a big open living area. The home also claims a front and back deck, where you can dust the sand off your feet after taking a stroll around the island, which is primarily reserved for walking around.
A Leafy, Mid-Century Modern Hideout in the Berkshires
This home’s mid-century modern design prioritizes bringing the outdoors in, and keeps the interior beautifully simple. Pale wooden floors, an elegant mantle-free fireplace, and warm paneled walls give the living room an elevated cabin feel. Wide windows look directly into the surrounding trees, making it look like you’re living in a treehouse. From the bottom of the sloping hill it sits on, the low-profile home is a wooden rectangle with a red front door all but ensconced by the surrounding nature which bursts into a kaleidoscope of colors in the autumn.
A Cozy and Chic Manhattan Studio on Carrie Bradshaw’s Street
Tucked onto Perry Street just off Greenwich Street, this studio co-op isn’t just full of charm thanks to its West Village locale. Up on the top floor, this home features bright white walls, south-facing windows, and tall ceilings that make the cozy space feel larger. A brick-and-wood decorative fireplace adds to the warmth, while a shiny pendant light that almost looks like a futuristic disco ball amps up the cool factor. An added bonus? The building enjoys a secluded back courtyard, complete with a bike parking, a grill, and even a fountain.
An Absolutely Alluring Floating Home in Portland, Oregon
From the vibrant teal exterior to the sunset orange front door, this floating home is eye-catching in the best way. Docked right along the Columbia River, this charming home lives on scenic Hayden Island in Portland, Oregon. At a glance, the multi-angled roof lines and asymmetrical windows marry with the wood siding to give the home a look that is modern, funky, and rustic all at once. When the sun sets, seeing the windows aglow with warm light beckons you inside. If the entire space feels artfully designed to you, you’re on to something: The previous owner was also a painter whose work is characterized by “abstract marks, bold colors, and gold highlights,” according to her website.
