A notable duplex loft has been put up for sale in New York's Chelsea district for 4.25 million dollars. The property, measuring around 4,200 square feet, has a rich history: it once served as the home and dance studio of renowned choreographer Louis Falco, who gained worldwide fame through the 1980 musical film "Fame". During that era, the apartment was a regular venue for after-parties following nights at the legendary Studio 54 nightclub.
Most recently, the unit was owned by Tony Award-winning Broadway producer Marc Routh. The residence offers five bedrooms, three bathrooms and generously proportioned reception areas. A key-locked private lift provides direct access to both levels of the apartment.
Generous ceiling heights and architectural details
The centrepiece of the residence is the double-height main living area, featuring ceilings of more than 18 feet, which flows into a second sitting area. Four oversized windows flood the loft with ample natural light, whilst the open sightlines echo its former life as a rehearsal space. Currently, the room also functions as a home cinema, equipped with a retractable projector screen set high on the white brick wall. Along the exposed brickwork on the upper floor runs an elevated catwalk, linking the various sections of the level and offering views across the double-height volume.
- —Around 4,200 square feet of living space across two levels
- —Central living area with ceilings exceeding 18 feet
- —Elevated catwalk bridge running along the historic brick wall
- —Private lift access, library, as well as dedicated yoga and fitness area
Adjoining the gallery on the upper level is the south-facing kitchen. Designed in a modern aesthetic, it features handleless white cabinetry and an island with an integrated hob. An open-plan dining area sits directly adjacent. On the opposite side of the walkway lies a private library fitted with floor-to-ceiling black shelving and a separate workstation, connected to the living space below via an open balustrade.
Private quarters and marketing
Located beneath the kitchen in a separate wing of the unit is the south-facing principal suite. It encompasses a spacious bathroom, a walk-in wardrobe and a private area for fitness or yoga. With a layout largely free of load-bearing interior walls, the property offers significant design flexibility for future owners. The listing is handled by Matthew Solomon and Carl Gambino of The Gambino Group at Compass.
