254 SAN JOSE #FLOOR 5 Old San Juan, PR 00901
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Key Details
Property Type Condo
Sub Type Condominium
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,882 sqft
Price per Sqft $511
Subdivision Old San Juan
MLS Listing ID PR9114045
Full Baths 2
HOA Fees $485/mo
HOA Y/N Yes
Annual Recurring Fee 5820.0
Year Built 1923
Property Sub-Type Condominium
Source Stellar MLS
Property Description
Suspended above one of Puerto Rico's most culturally significant landmarks, The Legacy Loft is a once-in-a-generation offering -the entire fifth floor of the iconic El Mundo Building, built in 1923 by revered architect Francisco Roldán, for the headquarters of El Mundo newspaper. Now reimagined as a blank slate for luxury residential conversion, this rare volume of space boasts uninterrupted panoramic views over San Juan Bay through 15 oversized windows, offering unobstructed, panoramic views of San Juan Bay and the Harbor -a unique feature unmatched by any other building in Old San Juan.
Spanning over 2,800 square feet with 12-foot ceilings, and an open, column-free layout, the space presents extraordinary potential for a world-class residence or creative retreat. The structure's bones reflect the grandeur of the Chicago Style, accented with Art Deco geometry, Spanish Revival grace, and Moorish ornamentation - from glazed ceramic wainscoting to intricate mosaic tile arches and lobulated frames.
Listed in the National Register of Historic Places, the building itself is a masterwork of early 20th-century design, embodying the island's layered architectural heritage. Thoughtfully restored in recent years and reconfigured into seven individual condominium units, the building offers very few opportunities with expansive water views. This fifth-floor unit, formerly a prestigious law office, is one of the last remaining spaces available for full customization, with dramatic bay-facing windows and a rare open-plan layout.
The building is also equipped with an elevator, an exceptionally rare amenity in Old San Juan, and enjoys a uniquely private setting across from Bastión de las Palmas, a peaceful, tree-lined plaza with only foot traffic and uninterrupted views of the bay. A location rich in culture and character in Old San Juan's storied historic district, steps from galleries, world-class dining, coastal promenades and UNESCO-listed fortifications, this address offers an unparalleled opportunity to create a world-class residence in one of the most iconic buildings in Puerto Rico's history.
Location
State PR
County San Juan
Community Old San Juan
Area 00901 - San Juan
Zoning C-3
Rooms
Other Rooms Loft
Interior
Interior Features High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
Heating None
Cooling Central Air
Flooring Terrazzo
Furnishings Unfurnished
Fireplace false
Appliance None
Laundry None
Exterior
Exterior Feature Other
Community Features Gated Community - No Guard
Utilities Available BB/HS Internet Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected
Amenities Available Elevator(s)
View Y/N Yes
View Water
Roof Type Concrete
Garage false
Private Pool No
Building
Lot Description Historic District
Story 7
Entry Level One
Foundation Slab
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public
Architectural Style Mediterranean
Unit Floor 5
Structure Type Concrete
New Construction false
Others
Pets Allowed Cats OK, Dogs OK
HOA Fee Include None
Pet Size Medium (36-60 Lbs.)
Ownership Condominium
Monthly Total Fees $485
Membership Fee Required Required
Num of Pet 2
Special Listing Condition None
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