?? Why This Loft is a Unicorn: Top-Floor Status (8th Floor Over Prince Street): True top-floor Soho lofts are rare, especially with unobstructed skyline views. Most buildings in Soho are mid-rise, so this loft rises above the rest literally. This loft combines the rarest physical qualities (light, height, windows, views), authentic architectural charm, and historical pedigree all in one of NYC s most storied neighborhoods. That s what makes it a true real estate unicorn! Light & Views: With 41 feet of Northern exposure through oversized, double-paned windows, you're getting exceptional natural light and actual skyline views a rarity in low-rise historic districts like Soho. Historic Character + Modern Updates: 11-foot ceilings Original columns Cast iron architecture Updated with modern, energy-efficient windows Flexible plumbing for design customization True Artist's Loft Feel & Flexibility: Currently open-plan, with potential to create a 2-bedroom, 2-3 bathroom home. The open space, high ceilings, and columns maintain the authentic Soho artist loft vibe while offering layout flexibility. 565 Broadway Architectural Significance: Designed by John Kellum, a renowned 19th-century architect Once occupied entirely by Ball, Black & Co, a top jeweler of the era Building was NYC s first absolutely fireproof structure Rich Soho history, with Tiffany & Co across the street Location, Location, Location: Prime Prince Street frontage, one of the most iconic and desirable streets in Soho, in a landmarked building with classical detailing and prestige.