Inside the Skinniest Apartment in NYC You Won’t Believe the Layout!
Still reeling from the price tag on this place.
Now, imagine this: the narrowest apartment in all of New York City measures a mere 8 feet, 7 inches across. Yes, really.
You might assume only desperation would drive someone to choose such cramped living conditions but some actually embrace it by choice.
But here’s the real kicker this ultra-slim apartment is currently listed at a staggering $5 million.
Turns out, both claims are absolutely true. And with that revelation, we couldn’t resist taking a firsthand look inside.
But step through the front door, and you’ll be surprised it’s far more spacious and stylish than you’d ever expect.
This razor-thin townhouse stretches across three levels, packing in two bedrooms and a pair of bathrooms all within a compact yet cleverly utilized 1,000 square feet of living space.
The house also comes with a huge reputation.
Walking tours frequently wind past the charming three-story gabled residence at 75½ Bedford Street, nestled in the heart of the Greenwich Village Historic District.
Constructed in 1873, the home originally served as a carriage passageway for the neighboring estate an unassuming gateway that would later become a storied residence in its own right.
Tightly nestled between numbers 75 and 77, the home earned its quirky “half” address due to its snug position in the architectural lineup.
The house was cleverly inserted to maximize living space in a neighborhood that was rapidly rising in popularity and demand.
In 1923, the house was leased by a group of artists affiliated with the nearby historic Cherry Lane Theater, breathing bohemian life into its narrow frame.
Often dubbed the Millay House, this slender townhouse has housed an illustrious lineup of residents—among them, silver screen icons Cary Grant and John Barrymore, the Pulitzer-winning poet Edna St. Vincent Millay, and renowned anthropologist Margaret Mead.
Its quirky charm even sparked literary inspiration, serving as the muse for Mr. Skinner’s Skinny House, a whimsical children’s book penned by former occupant and author Ann McGovern.
And that, in part, explains the hefty price tag. According to Wikipedia, the home is presently owned by George Gund IV, son of sports mogul George Gund III.
Gund is said to have purchased the property in June 2013 for a striking $3.25 million.
From the outside, the house stretches a slim 9.5 feet in width and runs 42 feet deep. Step through the front door, and you’re greeted by a space so narrow it feels like a corridor yet it serves as the home’s primary living room.
The home has undergone thoughtful renovations, now featuring sleek modern lighting while preserving its original wooden planks—a nod to its historic charm.
Venture further in and you’ll discover a streamlined galley kitchen, outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances and an impressive amount of cabinetry tucked into its narrow frame.
A sculptural spiral staircase winds its way to the second and third floors, adding vertical elegance to the compact layout. Step through the kitchen’s rear door and you’ll find a petite backyard oasis
a pocket-sized Central Park, offering a rare green escape in the heart of the city.
Reportedly acquired by George Gund IV in June 2013 for $3.25 million, the home measures just 9.5 feet wide by 42 feet deep. Upon entering, you’re met with a space so slim it feels like a hallway
yet it serves as the main living room, cleverly styled for comfort within its tight proportions.
The spiral staircase does more than just connect floors it subtly divides the home into two defined living zones. Adding to its cozy charm, each of the three floors features its own fireplace, infusing warmth and character throughout.
Below it all lies a basement with potential beyond storage. Complete with its own bathroom, this lower-level space could easily transform into a fourth bedroom or a private guest suite.
The second-floor bathroom has a gorgeous clawfoot tub.
And a huge window overlooking the trees in the backyard.
Get the tour of this extremely unique home in the video below!
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Article Sources: Erik Conover Wikipedia
