Andy Warhol’s 1960s Upper East Side home is for rent asking $22K a month
Photo courtesy of Essential Real Estate New York LLC
The Upper East Side townhouse at 1342 Lexington Avenue that was home to iconic pop artist Andy Warhol from 1960 until 1972 is now on the rental market for $22,550 per month. The renovated 3,072-square-foot home, built in the 1880s, was updated for a new century with contemporary interiors that complement its well-preserved historic details. According to the NYC LGBT Historic Sites Project, Warhol had his early gallery shows—including the famous Campbell’s soup can paintings—and established his Factory, during his residence here.
As 6sqft previously noted, Warhol paid just $60,000 for the townhouse in 1959. The artist and filmmaker reportedly shared the home with his mother and 25 cats, while filling it with art. Shortly after he moved in, he also purchased a vacant two-story firehouse nearby at 159 East 87th Street from the city.
Designed by noted architect Henry Hardenbergh, the townhouse is part of the Upper East Side neighborhood’s Hardenbergh/Rhinelander Historic District. Historic details are in full effect on the parlor level, which features a formal living room and a wood-paneled library. Updated mechanicals mean you’ll enjoy zoned HVAC, a central vacuum, a central alarm system and Lutron Home Works lighting.
On the lower garden level is a large, modern kitchen. Sleek custom cabinetry frames Caesarstone worktops, Sub-Zero refrigerators and wine storage, a Wolf induction cooktop and two Wolf wall ovens in addition to double Miele dishwashers. There is also a den/media room and a half bath on this floor. Just outside, you’ll find a private patio and garden.
The home’s top two floors contain four bedrooms (two per floor) and four en-suite baths. For maximum convenience, there are two sets of laundry facilities–one on the top floor and another in the cellar.
The townhouse is currently configured as a single-family residence. For an additional level of flexibility, the property is zoned for live/work (perfect for an artist or gallery!).
[Listing details: 1342 Lexington Avenue at CityRealty]
[At Essential Real Estate New York by Merav Shalhon]
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