221 West 82nd Street, 2-G

Back on The Market and ready for your viewing after after a long pause due to the Covid 19 shut down. At $1222 PSF, this is a value opportunity you don't want to miss. This spacious Classic 6 CONDOP home offers an expansive open floor plan along with the timeless elegance of prewar architectural detailing. This is the largest line in the building and at approximately +/-1800 SF it is is a perfect home for grand scale entertaining with a 45 ft expanse from the living room to the dining room. In the living room, one wall is lined with bookcases and cabinetry underneath and still easily accommodates a Steinway grand piano, slightly under 6 ft. Dinner for 12 is no problem in the adjacent dining room. The kitchen too is open and features granite counters, a center island and stainless appliances. The storage space throughout the apartment is impressive with 12 closets including two huge pantry closets. The corner master bedroom features an en suite bathroom and accommodates a king size bed. Plantation shutters provide a lovely ambiance as well as privacy and light. The second bedroom, also on a corner is spacious and quiet. The former maid's quarter has been transformed in to a lovely guest room with a half bath, desk and an abundance of storage. The washer dryer is located here, concealed in its own closet. The two and a half bathrooms are in pristine condition, as is the rest of the apartment. One flight up with pleasant exposures make the elevator optional and a great choice for dog owners! This home has a very special charm best defined by the Scandinavian term, HYGGE, to describe its mood of coziness and comfortable conviviality as well as a feeling of wellness and contentment which is in abundance here. Designed by Emery Roth and built in 1923 The Rousseau is a rare prewar condop and there while there is an application, there is NO BOARD APPROVAL! The building is located in the heart of the West Side between Central and Riverside Parks on the the corner of 82nd St and Broadway. It is convenient to transportation, restaurants and world class food emporiums, Lincoln Center, schools, parks and museums. The building has a full time doorman, live in resident manager, basement storage and bike room (as available), playroom and newly restored marble lobby and renovated landscaped roof deck. Subletting is allowed after two years for a maximum of three years. Pets are welcome.