257 West 117th Street, 1-C

257 West 117th Street! This unit is PRICED TO SELL! This spectacular duplex, designed by celebrity interior designer, Kathy Kuo, is not to be missed! The super spacious 2,672 SF duplex lives like a townhouse with condominium conveniences. Enter on the first floor to a great room that lives up to its name. Drama is created with high ceilings and a massive, sunny, south facing window adorned with custom drapery. The kitchen features a center island and plenty of counter space for preparing meals for a crowd. White cabinetry and gray quartz counter tops are offset by a green, glass, tiled back splash. This expansive living/dining room is large enough to host a generous dining area with a custom chandelier and a living area with two sofas! Custom LED lighting throughout the duplex, strikes the perfect mood in every room. The master bedroom easily accommodates a king size bed. The en-suite bath has a walk-in shower and a separate deep soaking tub, accented by tumbled marble tiles. Make your way downstairs via a sleek designer staircase. An even larger space downstairs (1,456 SF) features a huge media/ music room and two additional bedrooms (please note that while these function as bedrooms they do not comply to the legal definition of a bedroom making this apartment technically a one bedroom). The larger bedroom has many built in bookcases, making storage a snap. There is also a full bath and a large laundry room/mud room/pantry. The entry on this level from the public hallway makes for quick and easy access to the laundry room for bike storage. You have the rare opportunity to purchase this home fully furnished. Please note that this apartment is a legal one bedroom apartment, but functions as a three bedroom apartment. Two of the bedrooms are below grade. There is a capital assessment of $302.86/month until Aug 2022 and an ongoing electric sub meter charge of $110.52/month.The Fitzgerald Condominium offers a part-time doorman and live-in superintendent. Pets are welcome. The J-51 tax abatement expires in 2025. The building is conveniently located only one block to the B and C subway and two blocks from the 2,3 train. Historic Morningside Park is also a short walk away. You have a wide selection of gourmet dining options on Frederick Doulgass Boulevard, while a grocery store and Starbucks are only one block away. Have it all at 257 West 117th Street!