356 W 23Rd St

A low-rise, prewar cooperative townhouse complex in Chelsea built in 1909 and containing five stories and primarily studio and one-bedroom units. The limestone- and brownstone-influenced façades reflect early 20th-century townhouse detailing; interiors emphasize tall ceilings, oversized double-hung windows, and original elements such as exposed brick and working fireplaces. Units commonly feature refinished oak or white oak floors, eat-in or compact kitchens (many recently renovated), high ceilings (10–12 feet), entrance foyers, and built-in loft storage solutions accessed by ladders. Shared spaces are intimate and residential in scale: a planted garden/courtyard accessed from a gated front yard, common laundry and storage in the basement, and a voice or video intercom entry. The building is a walk-up with multiple flights; apartments range from sun-filled south-facing studios to duplex garden units with private terraces. Pet-friendly policies are typical, with co-purchasing and pied-à-terre requests considered case-by-case by the co-op board. Location is a core Chelsea block one avenue from the High Line, close to galleries, the Meatpacking District, Hudson River waterfront amenities, and multiple subway lines and crosstown bus routes, supporting an urban lifestyle that blends residential calm with immediate access to dining, transit, and parks.