206 First Avenue | Block : 440 | Lot #7501

Building Date : 1845
Original Use : Residential

Original Owner : Edward Murphy
Original Architect : Unknown

Description & Building Alterations

This five-story with penthouse building was originally constructed in 1845, probably as a three-story row house. It was converted to business use in the early 20th century and back to residential use in 1999. During an alteration in 2000, a fifth story and penthouse were added. The current building features a molded roof cornice, stripped lintels and sills, engaged pilasters flanking the entrance, and a set-back top story with two dormers.

The local appliance store Bloom & Krup, described in a 1938 New York Times article as “dealers in gas ranges and refrigerators,” was previously located here.

This building was converted to a condo in 2000. It was previously known as Lot 5.

Block : 440 / Lot : 5 / Building Date : 1845 / Original Owner : Edward Murphy / Original Use : Residential / Original Architect : Unknown

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