225 Central Park West, 1108

This spacious home has bright southwestern light and a view of brownstone gardens. The open kitchen has a south-facing window, custom cabinetry with glass doors and interior lighting, and stainless steel appliances including a GE 30" gas stove, LG side-by-side refrigerator, Bosch 24"dishwasher, and GE microwave. The extra wide counter top is granite with abundant room for 4 bar stools. The living room has classical pre-war charm including hardwood floors, high 9' beamed ceilings, and crown molding. Pocket doors lead to the over-sized bedroom with a glass transom above. The bedroom has two large walk-in closets (could easily include a home office as well as a walk-in closet) and the bathroom is renovated with marble floors, subway tile, a glass shower door, and slate flooring. The guest bathroom is updated with a marble floor, subway tile, a Fresca toilet and also has a full-size stacking LG washer/dryer. This home is peacefully quiet.The Alden, on Central Park West at 82nd, was designed by the renowned architect Emery Roth and is one of New York City's premier full service co-ops with doorman and 24 hour concierge.The grand lobby is elegantly furnished and the hallways were recently renovated. Enjoy panoramic views of Central Park, the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, and stunning sunsets over the city from the beautifully planted and furnished roof deck on the 17th floor. There is garage access from within the building, 5 elevators, a bicycle room, and a large laundry room with a lending library. Pet friendly and your choice of Verizon Fios or Time Warner service. This is a well-run co-op with strong financials, the buildings' mortgage will be paid off in 16 years, and there is no flip tax. The Alden is situated in a highly desired Upper West side neighborhood, close to museums, and a terrific range of restaurants and shopping, The B/C subway, the cross-town bus, and Citi Bike are all on the next block.