81 Bedford St

A mid‑century, low‑rise cooperative located in Manhattan’s West Village, built in 1954 and rising six stories with 18 residence units. The building presents a modest, post‑war apartment house scale rather than a landmarked brownstone; interiors feature traditional hardwood floors, ceiling fans in many units, and individually updated kitchens and baths in a number of homes. Common systems include an elevator, live‑in superintendent, a secured entry with intercom, basement laundry, bike storage and limited common storage. Exterior offerings are minimal but select residences include small private outdoor spaces under 60 square feet. Onsite garage parking is available on a waitlist basis. The co‑op’s governance and underwriting have been described as financially sound in representative listings; the board evaluates pets, pied‑à‑terre use, guarantors and sublets on a case‑by‑case basis. Situated on a quiet, tree‑lined block of Bedford Street between Commerce and Barrow, the building places residents within easy walking distance of Hudson River Park, neighborhood theaters, restaurants and multiple subway lines and PATH connections. Lifestyle here skews toward classic West Village living: walkable streets, low‑rise urban character, and hands‑on building management.