Property Description for 193 Second Ave, 4
One-of-a-kind Beauty! This sprawling East Village oasis is full of character, heart and history in the center of it all!
THE APARTMENT:
A gorgeous and rare 7 room flexible 4 Bedroom overflowing with unique original details and prewar charm in the heart of the vibrant East Village. A 2nd bathroom can be added! Boasting 10ft ceilings and original hardwood floors, this approximately 1250sqft space feels like a true home, renovated to enjoy modern comforts while retaining what makes it so special.
Twelve windows wrap around the apartment, allowing Southern, Eastern and Western exposures to bathe each room with natural light. A windowed kitchen with breakfast bar opens to the living space which flows into a rounded corner dining room creating a wonderful living and entertaining space. Currently set up as a 3 Bedroom, an additional windowed home office could allow for easy conversion into a 4 Bed.
The gut renovated kitchen features sparkling SileStone and IceStone counters, stainless steel appliances including a Bosch dishwasher and garbage disposal, and a Frigidaire stackable washer/dryer. Silestone counters also adorn the windowed bathroom, which includes a Jacuzzi tub and shower with custom glass doors.
Showcased throughout the apartment are beautiful original wood doors with elegant frosted glass and transom windows, and original real cherry, mahogany, and walnut wood moldings and custom cabinets. Additionally, there are custom wood encasings for all heating units that double as bay windows, CitiQuiet windows in all bedrooms, and abundant storage with extra space allotted in the building as well.
There is nothing comparable on the market in this prime area at this value. Fall in love at first sight- they simply don't make them like this anymore!
The BUILDING:
Originally built in 1902 to house the professional actors of the legendary theatrical row of Second Avenue, the grand lobby of 193 Second Avenue housese original marble, European fixtures, and scenic murals. The Onyx Court is a well-established, self-managed 16 unit cooperative with a resident super and elevator. Pets are welcome and common bike and additional large storage space included!
Situated in an ideal location on the corner of 12th Street and 2nd Avenue, you are surrounded by fantastic and diverse restaurants, nightlife, markets, boutiques, gyms, and theaters. Minutes from the L train and Union Square trains and easily accessible to all public transportation, the neighborhood offers the best of NYC living for all ages.