Residence 12FG at 80 John Street is an expansive 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom corner home in the heart of the Financial District, offering a rare combination of refined interior space and private outdoor living. The result of a complete multi-unit combination and extensive renovation, this residence features two private terraces, including a sweeping 30-foot outdoor space with direct views of One World Trade Center, alongside a great interior layout, custom architectural details, and exceptional storage throughout.
Occupying the coveted northeast corner of the building, the home is surrounded by many huge windows that flood every room with natural light, accented by beautiful bamboo flooring throughout, offering a warm and sophisticated look with exceptional durability and effortless maintenance. The open living and dining area is defined by elegant details, including a coffered ceiling, all-new overhead lighting, and a signature Hearth Cabinet ventless fireplace that serves as an inviting centerpiece. Extended from the living room, the dining area features elegant custom built-in cabinetry, offering beautiful built-in storage and a polished, sophisticated look. A built-in Sonos sound system delivers audio to both the living room and kitchen; all in-ceiling speakers and the Sonos controllers (located at the cable equipment hub) convey with the sale.
The newly renovated gourmet kitchen is designed for serious cooking and hosting, anchored by a huge amount of marble counter space, a large central island well-suited for entertaining , an Eden-style kitchen, new high-end appliances, custom cabinetry, and an instant hot water dispenser for tea or coffee . The kitchen features a beautiful, easy-to-maintain backsplash that adds an elegant finishing touch while protecting the walls from everyday cooking splashes and stains. Additionally, the kitchen area is complemented by custom built-in bookshelves with a built-in TV , creating a stylish and functional space well-suited for entertaining, relaxing, and everyday living . Tailored for modern convenience, the home includes a dedicated full-size washer and dryer in unit, an HVAC system providing controlled heating and cooling, and significantly expanded storage capacity featuring multiple custom built-ins and additional closets added during the combination.
The outdoor spaces serve as a true extension of the interior footprint. On the John Street side, two original terraces were combined into a continuous 30-foot terrace overlooking the World Trade Center, while a second 12-foot terrace sits along Gold Street. With electric grills permitted, these private retreats offer an ideal setup for outdoor cooking, dining, and entertaining.
The South Star Condominium is a landmark Art Deco pre-war building originally constructed in 1927 and converted in 2006 by architect Stephen Jacobs and interior designer Andi Pepper. Residents enjoy a 24/7 concierge-attended lobby with soaring 12-foot coffered ceilings, a live-in superintendent, bike storage, private storage options, additional laundry on the floor, access to an on-site parking garage (for an additional fee), and Sweat 440 located on the 1st level right outside the lobby (available for an extra fee, with discounted rates for 80 John residents). The building features modest monthly charges and flexible policies permitting pets, subletting, gifting, guarantors, and co-purchasing.
Ideally located in FiDi, 80 John Street is moments from the Fulton Street transit hub (2/3/4/5, A/C, J/Z, and R subways), a 24-hour supermarket, the South Street Seaport, waterfront paths, and top downtown dining. This move-in-ready residence combines dual-terrace outdoor living, custom tech and lighting, extensive storage, and bright corner exposures in a prime Manhattan location.