465 West End Ave, 8-B

Beautiful classic seven apartment on the Upper West Side with open city views, in one of the most coveted addresses on the Gold Coast of West End Avenue, in a handsome prewar building. This quiet, elegant 2,000+ square foot corner residence features spacious living and dining rooms connected by a wide opening for easy entertaining, a nice-size kitchen with pantry, a small maid’s room off the kitchen, and 3 generously-proportioned bedrooms privately situated on the opposite end. The ambience is enriched by hardwood floors, tasteful moldings, a decorative fireplace, and original details throughout. High 9’10” ceilings lend to the airiness of the home, brightened by natural light from double exposures and large windows in every room. A gracious entry foyer, convenient service entrance, and abundance of closets are among the other highlights of this special gem. Built in 1910 in the Italian Renaissance style, 465 West End Avenue was designed by esteemed architect D. Everett Waid who also lent his creative genius to the MetLife building at 1 Madison Ave. This 12-story, financially-sound cooperative, distinguished by its 2-story limestone base, step-up canopied lobby entrance and striking wrought-iron and glass doors, is a sought-after living destination with just 3 apartments per floor. Amenities include a full-time doorman/elevator operator, live-in super, gym, laundry room and onsite storage. Pets are also allowed. The premier location on West End between 82nd and 83rd Streets is right near Riverside Park, the Hudson River Greenway, excellent shopping and restaurants, the Children’s Museum of Manhattan, AMC movie theater, and public transportation.