After almost a decade of ownership, Jessica Chastain is parting ways with her New York City apartment in the historic Osborne building in Midtown Manhattan.
According to The Robb Report, the acclaimed actress and producer has listed the glamorous residence, once owned by legendary composer and conductor Leonard Bernstein, for US$7.45 million.
Chastain and her husband, Italian fashion executive Gian Luca Pasi De Preposulo, purchased the unit from Tony-winning composer Adam Guettel for US$5.1 million in 2015.
The apartment, located on the fourth floor of the 19th-century co-op, is part of one of the city’s first major luxury apartment structures.
Leonard Bernstein and his family lived in this residence from the 1950s to the early 1960s, and he famously composed the score for West Side Story in a smaller rented unit just a floor below.
Renovated by Chastain and De Preposulo in collaboration with the design firm Carrier and Company, the four-bedroom, four-bath condo combines numerous period details with modern touches.
The renovation highlights include ornate wall coverings customised with Ralph Lauren fabrics and meticulously restored historical features.
The living room is particularly striking, with oak parquet floors, restored mahogany panelling, plaster crown moulding, and carved doorways and windows.
A vintage chandelier and a wood-burning fireplace enhance the room’s charm, while a bay window with leaded glass transoms crafted by Tiffany Studios adds a touch of historic elegance.
From the living room, pocket doors open into a fireside parlour, and a formal dining room features lacquered wainscoting and built-in window seats.
The eat-in kitchen is equipped with quarter-sawn oak cabinetry, a rolling ladder, a colourful butcher block-topped island, and high-end appliances, making it both functional and visually appealing.
The primary bedroom is a sanctuary with a copper-clad soaking tub and a wall of mirrored closets.
The tiled bath includes dual vanities, a dressing area, and a walk-in shower.
Additionally, there are two more bedrooms and a full bath. Another bedroom has been transformed into a bookshelf-lined library, offering a cosy space for reading and relaxation.
The landmark Osborne building, originally designed by architect James E. Ware in the 1800s, had an annex added several decades later, further enhancing its stature as a premier luxury residence.
Its rich history and architectural significance make it a coveted address in Manhattan.
