T
he Manhattan townhouse where pop art icon Andy Warhol once lived and worked is hitting the market for $6.95 million, marking its first sale in over a decade. The Upper East Side dwelling at 1342 Lexington Avenue retains quirky touches from Warhol's residency.

    Designed by celebrated architect Henry Hardenbergh, who also designed the Plaza Hotel and the Dakota, the four-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom prewar home boasts more than 3,000 square feet of space. The current owners, who have held the property as an investment, never made it their own home but instead leased it out over the years.

    Warhol's imprint on the townhouse is unmistakable. From 1960 to 1972, he used this narrow abode as both residence and studio, producing some of his most iconic works, including "Campbell's Soup Cans" and portraits of cultural giants like Muhammad Ali and Marilyn Monroe. Whimsical details remain, such as a front door handle fashioned from one of Warhol's walking sticks and a kitchen floor streaked with green paint.

    The home's layout and architectural elements are reminiscent of Warhol's aesthetic, which often took the ordinary and coaxed glamour out of it. The recent renovation blends modern comforts with its historic bones, featuring a wood-paneled library, living room with a woodburning fireplace, and bedrooms with fireplaces and ensuite baths.

    Zoned for live/work use, the property could transform into an art gallery or office, with dual entrances enhancing its versatility. For Loy Carlos, the broker representing the sale, the home's value lies not just in its walls but also in enriching Carnegie Hill's tapestry of architectural treasures.

    The townhouse has a rich history, having been Warhol's for 15 years before he left it in 1972. After sitting vacant for two years, his business manager and friend Frederick Hughes rented it, eventually buying the property from Warhol's estate in 1974. Today, a private family trust owns the residence, where about 150 cats – descendants of Warhol's feline companions – still roam the backyard.

    The listing highlights a "bright windowed breakfast kitchen" with top-tier appliances and a den overlooking a rear patio. With its unique blend of history and modern comforts, this townhouse is sure to spark interest among art enthusiasts and architecture lovers alike.