255 West 23rd Street, 5-BE

PRICE DROP! This pre-war one-bedroom has been lovingly renovated since its previous sale. The terrific kitchen, with custom maple cabinet frames, granite counters, and appliances including a garbage disposal, Bosch dishwasher, Samsung refrigerator, and Bertazzoni range, is entirely new, and has been opened up to the large dining foyer via a breakfast bar. If you prefer, the foyer can be your home office area, since there is abundant space in the 20-foot living room for dining as well. Through-the-wall air-conditioning and new ceiling fans provide modern climate control. The windowed bath is done in updated pre-war style, with black hexagonal floor tile and a gleaming chrome and glass bath enclosure. The Art Deco step-down from foyer to living room is a gracious and charming detail, as are the capacious custom closets. This is truly a "just bring your toothbrush" apartment in wonderful condition; three virtually staged photos are attached to show the apartment's possibilities.

Chelsea Gardens is a full-service prewar co-operative, with full-time doormen and a live-in super. Two buildings are set around a luxurious common garden, which is large enough to allow for relaxation with social distancing. Four separate lobbies provide places to interact with guests and give the building a boutique feel. The lobbies and the elevator cabs are done in a grand Art Deco style. The co-op is serviced by a common laundry room and a bike room (separate fee). Steps to the subway and easy walk-to-work for many Downtown offices.

Price: $1,245,000. This home has low, low maintenance of just $1,415, with an additional assessment of $174.48 that runs through the end of the year. Pied-a-terre, pets, and case-by-case trust purchasing allowed. Showing with COVID protocols and by appointment. Don't miss this one!