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Residence 16i at 161 W 16th St is a beautifully proportioned high-floor home that blends timeless prewar character with exceptional scale in the heart of Chelsea. Flooded with natural light and perched above one of Manhattan’s most vibrant neighborhoods, this inviting residence offers a gracious layout ideal for both comfortable daily living and entertaining. Not to mention being the only floor in the building with soaring 10.5 foot ceilings!
Thoughtfully designed with oversized windows, this fully renovated home exudes warmth and classic New York charm.
The windowed kitchen has been fully upgraded with ample storage and functionality. The spacious bedroom retreat comfortably accommodates a full furniture layout, complemented by generous closet space, and a custom built-in Murphy bed that seamlessly converts into a sofa. Enjoy a peaceful ambiance overlooking the city skyline, with views of the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building!
Originally developed in 1930 and known historically as the iconic Barneys building, 161 W 16th St is a coveted full-service Art Deco cooperative designed by Farrar & Watmough. Residents enjoy white-glove service with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, porter staff, central laundry facilities, bike storage, elevators, and a stunning landscaped roof deck with panoramic skyline views. The pet-friendly cooperative also permits pieds-à-terre.
Perfectly positioned at the crossroads of Chelsea, Flatiron, Union Square, Greenwich Village, and the West Village, this exceptional location places some of downtown Manhattan’s best dining, shopping, fitness studios, galleries, and nightlife just moments away. Enjoy easy access to Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Chelsea Market, The High Line, Madison Square Park, Union Square Greenmarket, and countless celebrated restaurants and cafés. Multiple nearby subway lines provide seamless transportation.
| Service Level | Doorman (f/t) |
| Building Type | Coop |
| Building Pets Policy | Pets OK |
| Building Profile | View Building Page |
| More on StreetEasy | View Building |
| Listed | May 28, 2026 |
| Days on Market | 135 |
| Last Updated | October 8, 2026 |
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