Upper West Side townhouse with loft-like design, private garden wants $9M

The home offers both modern and classic flourishes

An expansive Upper West Side townhouse, located on West 81st Street between West End Avenue and Riverside Drive, has made its way to the market, asking $8.995 million. The home is a mix of old world charm and contemporary design, that also brings in an abundance of natural light and gives an overall airy vibe.

Spanning more than 4,600 square feet, there are four bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, an open chef's kitchen with a den, and a finished basement with a laundry room. You'll find at least four fireplaces throughout, and other nice flourishes include the wall of windows in the living room, wooden beamed ceilings in the kitchen, white exposed brick walls, ceilings as high as 11.5 feet in some areas, and the original staircase with intricate woodwork.

Storage space isn't an issue here, with about a dozen closets on hand, including three walk-ins. The home has been updated with central air conditioning/heat and is wired for sound. There's also a bit of private outdoor space in the form of a small garden.

• Listing: 310 West 81st Street [Brown Harris Stevens]