Chelsea Enclave, located at 177 Ninth Avenue, looks better suited to a New England college campus than a busy city, and it’s no surprise – the building is set along the eastern edge of the General Theological Seminary, the oldest continuously operating seminary in the United States, which offers striking, Gothic Revival buildings. Chelsea Enclave was developed by The Brodsky Organization, and designed by Polshek Partnership Architects. The building features 53 layouts with classic proportions and interiors by Alan Wanzenberg Architects. Chelsea Enclave is aptly named, it occupies an enclave on Ninth Avenue between 21st and 22nd Streets. The Seminary buildings, which are some of the neighborhoods earliest historic structures, encircle “The Close” – a block long enclosed garden that boasts expansive lawns and mature trees. Chelsea Enclave offers one to four bedroom residences, which share the tucked-away block of open green space.

Units and Pricing

Chelsea Enclave offers both rental and sales listings. There are currently 9 available sales listings, ranging from $1.325M for an 882 square foot one bedroom to $10.75M for a 3,452 penthouse four bedroom home. Two bedrooms range from $3.115M for 1,787 square feet for $3.75M for 1,648 square feet. There is one three –bedroom unit listed at $5.15M; it offers 2,129 square feet. There are three four-bedroom units, two of which are penthouses. These range in price from $5.82M to $10.75M. The average price per square foot for these sales listings is $1,785.
There is also one rental listing available at Chelsea Enclave. It’s a two-bedroom apartment with 1,011 square feet, and is listed at $7,150/month.

Features and Amenities

Layouts at Chelsea Enclave are inspired by pre-war apartments, and offer charming vestibules and clearly defined rooms with plenty of natural sunlight. The homes at Chelsea Enclave boast low sheen white oak floors, semi-open kitchens and oversized windows, as well as handcrafted tile work and customized cabinets. Kitchens feature light-oak wood cabinets, black granite countertops and Sub-Zero, Wolf and Bosch appliances. Bathrooms boast timer-controlled radiant heat systems underneath the oversized Botticino Fiorito stone tile floors. Penthouses at Chelsea Enclave are multi-floor and range in size from two to four bedrooms. They feature floor to ceiling and wraparound windows, as well as polished marble, natural stone and rich wood finishes.
Amenities include access to “The Close”, a block long enclosed garden surrounding the western side of the building, 24-hour concierge, children’s playroom, fitness center, bicycle and private storage, on-site parking and assorted roof lounges that include a sundeck, dining area with stainless steel grill and entertaining area.

Location

Chelsea Enclave is located at 177 Ninth Avenue between 21st and 22nd Streets – but it’s the building’s proximity to the Seminary that is most amazing. The architecture of the surrounding buildings and the abundance of green space are what set the building apart. The Chelsea neighborhood itself is teeming with incredible restaurants, historic tree-lined blocks, chic boutiques and bars. Chelsea Enclave is just a short walk away from the Hudson River and Chelsea Piers sports facilities.

Investment Potential

Chelsea Enclave has a great location as well as the abundant green space. The residences themselves perfectly marry classic pre-war layouts with modern finishes and design, and the results are stunning. B+