The Year Was 1910 

The year was 1910. William Howard Taft was in the White House, Pennsylvania Station had just opened, and the first film produced in Hollywood was released. Neon lighting made its public debut, reflecting advancements in technology. It was also a year marked by meaningful social progress, as the women’s suffrage movement gained renewed momentum in the United States and the NAACP was formally incorporated, beginning its long fight for civil rights. Developments like these would go on to shape how Americans lived and advocate for change in the decades that followed.

Here are a few BHS listings built that same year.

258 West 12th Street

Built in 1910, this 21-foot-wide West Village townhome showcases beautifully preserved 19th-century details, including intricate decorative moldings and a rare Edwardian arch that gracefully divides the parlor level. An oversized south-facing garden adds to the home’s appeal.

504 West 111th Street #11

Built in 1910, this classic Morningside Heights prewar features 10-foot ceilings, hardwood floors, and a generous great room. A thoughtfully designed modern, windowed kitchen offers abundant counter space and smart storage solutions.

468 West 146th Street

Built in 1910, this 25-foot-wide Hamilton Heights townhouse offers soaring 12-foot ceilings, oversized north- and south-facing windows, and select rooms with exposed brick for added character. The home also includes a private outdoor patio and garden.

271 Decatur Street

Built in 1910, this Stuyvesant Heights brownstone features original restored staircase banisters, wide archways, a private garden, and a sleek, modern kitchen. A fully retractable skydoor opens onto a private rooftop deck, offering skyline views.