261 West 22nd Street, 25/26

This lovely prewar two-bedroom, two-bath juxtaposes its historic 1917 charms with modern flourishes. The windowed study area can easily be converted into a third bedroom or kept as a home office, occasional guest room. High ceilings, moldings, original paneled doors, tall windows and hand-crafted cabinetry are brilliantly accented with an open, windowed, kitchen, dark wood cabinets and a granite-topped breakfast bar. There is also room, as you'll see, for a caf table and chairs.

Sun-filled windows line the expanse of the spacious open living, dining room and study/convertible third bedroom area, creating a wonderful breezy space with pretty treetop views.

The cheerful Master bedroom suite is bathed in light and includes a generous bath, walk-in closet and room for a sitting area/office. The windowed bath is patterned with small square aqua tiles, a standing linen cabinet and to mimic the tile design, a full-square walk-in shower.

On the opposite side of the apartment, in a desirable split bedroom lay-out, is the second bedroom. Behind an original paneled door inset with frosted glass, the second windowed bath can also serve as the guest powder room. There are plentiful closets throughout and a separate storage unit and bicycle storage downstairs is also included.

This private prewar walk-up provides a peaceful ambience with tranquil views and abundant light. Playful Deco details include a gracious lobby, wide staircase with a scrolled iron and wood banister, elaborate tile designs underfoot and windowed landings halfway between each floor. Four flights up you are greeted by a special home imbued with the warmth and flow unique to an apartment of this era. Located in the Chelsea Historic District, this block is both architecturally appealing and central to all of the city's finest dining, shopping, entertainment venues and easily accessible to public transportation.