12 West 17th Street, 9-FLR

12 West 17th Street #9 is a quintessential loft with modern amenities.This co-op retains an understated low profile, resulting in a well-run building with a $1.20/SF maintenance (amongst the lowest in the city). Once the keyed elevator opens to your private floor, you realize this is what lofts are supposed to be: oversized open living space with large windows, great ceiling heights, three exposures (N,E,S), and strong hints of an industrial past.The generous living/dining room space can hold large parties but feels intimate enough when watching TV. The large, modern kitchen and attached breakfast nook have large windows facing East and South, ensuring that the space will always be bright. The master suite is a haven of relaxation with plenty of room to unwind. It has south-facing windows with views of the new WTC. The suite also has a dressing room and a master bath, complete with full-size tub, separate shower and two sinks.This ninth floor also offers a unique vantage point of Flatiron/Chelsea area architectural details: beautifully-detailed facades and a skyline filled with the city's finest water towers.This is a pet-friendly 11-unit building with dedicated storage cages for each home. It is just a short block from Union Square with its famous Greenmarket and convenient transportation hub. With several Michelin star restaurants on the block, you are also surrounded by excellent food and shopping. If you want more, the Village, Gramercy Park, Soho, Meatpacking and even the Highline are only a few blocks away from 12 West 17th Street 9th Floor.An extra bonus is that this loft can be tuned into a four bedroom home with relative ease (see alternative floorplan).