790 Riverside Drive, 5-G

Rare. Refined. Riviera! The queen of Beaux Arts pre-war architecture in the Audubon Park Historic District, Washington Heights, showcases this classically proportioned convertible 3-bedroom/3-bathroom co-op. Currently 2-bed; see optional layout showing 3rd bedroom. A rare opportunity to own a much desired home in a unique Manhattan enclave. Original 1911 details, painstakingly refurbished, include hardwood floors, mahogany doors and frames, crown moldings, deep baseboards and high 96 ceilings throughout. Every aspect of his home was meticulously renovated to accord privacy while accommodating formal or casual entertaining. The welcoming entrance gallery flows into the loft-like great room (45 long) with West facing tree-tops views of Riverside Drive and the River too. The large windowed kitchen boasts Bercelli custom cabinetry, Durango limestone counter tops, travertine floors and stainless steel appliances: Dacor range, microwave, Sub-Zero fridge, wine cooler, Franke dual sink with disposal. Light-filled from 15 windows facing West, South and North. The master Bedroom features an en-suite bath with an over-sized Jacuzzi tub. The second bedrooms en-suite bath has a European steam shower. A third bedroom-bathroom suite could easily be recreated by following the apartments original floor plan. Topping off the amenities, this home is equipped with a Crestron Home Automation system with wireless controls for whole-house audio, lighting and window treatment operation. This residence melds rich historic character with contemporary features to create an expansive yet intimate urban sanctuary. The Riviera is a majestic full-service building with many recent building-wide capital improvements. The Audubon Park neighborhood is ideally suited for todays varied lifestyles and neighborly values. Bike or stroll along the waters edge through the Hudson River Greenway, picnic and play in Fort Washington Park, swim and sport at Riverbank State Park and dine at any one of the many restaurants of varied cuisines along Broadway. Conveniently located between Columbia Universitys burgeoning Manhattanville Campus and NY Presbyterian/Columbia Medical Center, transportation includes the #1 subway (157th St./Bway) C train (155th /St. Nicholas) and M4, M5 and Bx 6 buses on Broadway. Quick auto access to tWest Side Highway and GW Bridge, nearby garages or street parking. See Audubon Park history...audubonparkny.com