75½ Bedford Street

75½ Bedford Street is a unique and historic house located in the West Village of Manhattan, known for being one of the narrowest houses in New York City at just 9 feet 6 inches wide. Built in 1873, it has housed notable figures such as poet Edna St. Vincent Millay and anthropologist Margaret Mead. The house features distinctive Italianate architecture and a spiral staircase that connects its three floors. It is situated in the Greenwich Village Historic District and has a rich history, including use as a residence for artists and actors associated with the nearby Cherry Lane Theater. Visitors to the area can appreciate its architectural charm and the stories of its famous residents.