250 West 103rd Street, 2-D

Dreaming about dining on your own private terrace? Or hosting friends for a sunny Sunday brunch to the sounds of birds chirping in the budding trees? This can be yours in this lovely 2 bed/1 bath apartment that feels more like a cottage. The centerpiece of this apartment is the over-sized terrace which has been thoughtfully planted to assure a variety of flowerings throughout the spring and summer. Facing south onto the back of townhouses, you can enjoy the tranquility of an urban retreat while basking in the warm sun. The adjacent living/dining area looks onto the terrace through oversized windows and sliding glass doors bringing the beauty and light of the outdoors right into your home. Notable in the living room, is the stylishly clever wall unit which, while functional in both the living room and second bedroom, adds an architectural element that sets the tone for this casually elegant space. The second bedroom, with an almost 10' ceiling, has exposed original beams, a built-in desk and oversized closet. And the icing on this lovely cake -- a window seat in the master bedroom -- urges you to relax with a cup of tea and a good book. This pre-war home also features an updated bath, Bosch stackable washer/dryer, track lighting and beautiful oak floors. The Alexandria House is located just off Broadway near parks, shopping, great restaurants and 1/2-block to the #1 train. The building has a common roof garden, full-time attended lobby, live-in super, storage and bike room. Pets are welcomed. This is the best-priced 2 bedroom home with outdoor space on the Upper West Side - don't wait!