A West Village resident has had enough of the constant crowds outside his home—better known to fans as Carrie Bradshaw’s brownstone from Sex and the City. In a viral video, he was caught confronting tourists who swarmed the iconic stoop, firmly reminding them, “It’s not Carrie’s, it’s mine!”
The frustrated local confronted visitors on Monday, captured in a video posted by whatsthejam.com. “You can’t just take over the street,” he told the group, adding, “This happens all the time.” Despite his polite yet firm approach, the tourists laughed off his remarks.
The historic Perry Street brownstone, built in 1866, served as the fictional home of Sarah Jessica Parker’s character throughout the series’ six-season run and subsequent films. With And Just Like That... set to return for a third season, fan interest in the location remains as strong as ever.
For years, the property owner has struggled with the influx of visitors. Tourists often linger for photos, make videos, and even attempt to enter the residence. “You take all the pictures you want, but please don’t stand there,” the resident told a passerby while walking his dog.
Efforts to curb the disruptions—including a chain across the stoop, "No Trespassing" signs, and a request to install a cast-iron gate—have done little to deter fans. In an application to the Landmarks Preservation Committee, the owner explained, “My home is now a global tourist destination... At any given hour, visitors gather outside, taking flash photos, chatting loudly, and posting on social media.”
While some visitors sympathized with the resident’s frustrations, others felt his reaction was excessive. “It’s not like I’m throwing a party out here,” said Andrea Lawton, who visited with her granddaughter.
However, Julia Sheets, a 22-year-old fan, acknowledged the inconvenience. “I think that would be annoying if you walked out and people were there,” she said. “Carrie Bradshaw is not going to come out the door—it’s a private residence.”
With the show’s continued popularity, the owner’s battle for privacy is far from over. Whether the city will approve his request for added security remains uncertain. For now, the struggle between devoted Sex and the City fans and a weary homeowner rages on.
Source: New York Post