425 East 13th Street, 1/2-H

A stunning duplex loft in the heart of the East Village, this one-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bathroom home combines sleek modern finishes and natural light with fabulous building amenities. Wall-to-wall, south-facing windows and a double-height living space strike a dramatic tone the moment you enter the home's airy and bright first floor. The 20-foot by 12-foot great room provides ample space for dining and seating areas topped by grand 18-foot tall ceilings. The glossy kitchen features top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances by Bosch and Liebherr surrounded by luxe Celador stone countertops and glass and lacquer cabinetry. Smart use of space is the hallmark of this apartment as demonstrated by the well-positioned powder room and laundry closet with washer and dryer hook ups on this level and the roomy closet placed under the striking, contemporary staircase. In the upstairs loft space discover the serene master bedroom suite that seems to float gently above the lower level, lined with an enormous, custom walk-in closet and a chic full bathroom. Flawless hardwood floors, central air conditioning, custom lighting and shades (with a blackout option) demonstrate this well-appointed home's meticulous attention to detail. The coveted contemporary A Building hosts a full suite of enviable amenities, including a jaw-dropping roof deck with swimming pool and miraculous skyline views. Residents enjoy 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a live-in superintendent, a state-of-the-art fitness center and on-site laundry. Set in the East Village, just a stone's throw from Greenwich Village and Gramercy, the pet-friendly elevator condominium is immersed in the best of downtown living with the city's best restaurants, nightlife and entertainment dotting the neighborhood. The L train and ample crosstown bus service provides easy access to nearly every other subway line, plus PATH service, along 14th Street.