This 1701sf one bedroom plus home office loft boasts a fabulous and flexible floor plan with huge corner living/dining and open kitchen, oversized master suite, a very private interior second guest room/home office, and two full baths. This gem is the epitome of both Pre-War Elegance -- 136 beamed ceilings, huge 8 windows, hardwood floors - as well as Modern Luxury, with open top-of-the-line kitchen, spa-like baths, washer/dryer, and beautiful modern yet classic finishes. In addition, there have been extensive upgrades and custom additions which make this property truly exceptional.
Built in 1912, THE HEYWOOD was converted in 2004-2006 to a boutique luxury condominium with 50 spectacular LOFTS. All the homes have a minimum of 126 beamed ceilings, beautifully proportioned layouts, and are flooded with light from huge 8 windows. The Heywood has a 24-hr Doorman, as well as Porter, and Roof Deck. Its Pet Friendly. Sitting at the corner of 26th Street and Ninth Avenue, The Heywood is firmly situated in WEST CHELSEA, next to all the great restaurants, galleries, and shops -- with an entrance to the HIGH LINE just down the block.
You will want to call this exquisite LOFT at The Heywood HOME.
Apartment Features: North exposure, West exposure, Partial city view, Prewar detail, Beamed ceiling, Floors - hardwood, Light - excellent, Windows - oversized, Windows - new, Modern kitchen, Renovated bathroom, Marble bath, Walk in closets, Great closet space, Washer/dryer, Dishwasher Building Features: Roof deck
Quick Profile
The row houses portray the world-class architecture of Greek Revival, Italianate and Georgian styles. The population is both ethnically and socially diverse, which is reflected in the restaurants and retail businesses in the neighborhood.
Western Chelsea is the center of the NYC art world, where you will find more than 200 art galleries housed in rehabbed factories and warehouses, as well as in newly-constructed buildings.
While people of many different cultures call Chelsea home, it has been a mecca over the years for people in the LGBTQ community. One census reported that as many as 22% of its residents were gay couples. Eighth Avenue is a trendy area for LGBTQ-oriented dining and shopping. Although it no longer draws the LGBTQ population that it once did, Chelsea still has many popular alternative bars.
Chelsea is primarily residential, consisting of a mixture of diverse complexes, low-rise apartment blocks, tenements, townhouses, renovated row houses, and luxury high-rises.
Chelsea is an interesting and sought-after place to live, with unique clothing boutiques, restaurants, and delis representing cultures from around the world. In addition to its quirky establishments, Chelsea has fine dining restaurants and a vibrant, hip nightlife, which adds to its allure.
Chelsea is well-served by public transportation. At least six city bus routes traverse Chelsea. There are three NYC subway routes with stops on Seventh Avenue, three on Eighth Avenue, and two more on Sixth Avenue. The 34th Street - Hudson Yards Station opened in 2015 with its main entrance in Chelsea.