One of the best values in Western Chelsea this floor-through residence with 10' ceilings measures approximately 1700sf and has direct views over-looking Highline Park to the South and beyond through floor-to-ceiling windows. The living and dining area occupy the front portion of the home and measure approximately 29' in depth and 23'4' in width making it suitable for entertaining and gracious living. The alcoved open chef's kitchen is outfitted with integrated Sub-Zero and Miele appliances with marble countertops and Varenna ivory-lacquered cabinetry for seamless storage.
The Master bedroom occupies the Northern portion of the home and features a covered 75sf private terrace with sky and city views of the surrounding starchitect buildings and the Chelsea gallery district that have populated the area in recent years. The en suite Master bath is accessed through a customized dressing area and is equally impressive in size with a proper five (5) fixture bathroom wrapped in Italian glass tiles that include a floating dual vanity, soaking tub and separate enclosed shower. The adjacent second bedroom is well-proportioned at 13'2' x 11'6' and has an adjoining second full bathroom. Additional attributes of the home include a private keyed elevator entryway, Bosch Washer/Dryer, individual climate controls, hardwood floors, and private storage included with the sale.
The Highline 519 was the first new building completed adjacent to the High Line in 2005 and is an intimate collection of 11 homes. The project was executed by the award-winning architect Lindy Roy fusing contemporary architecture with European elegance. Located in the West Chelsea Gallery District and bounded by the Hudson River Park to the West, and several Michelin-starred restaurants and entertainment options abound. Call or e-mail today to schedule a private viewing of this unique offering!
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The row houses portray the world-class architecture of Greek Revival, Italianate and Georgian styles. The population is both ethnically and socially diverse, which is reflected in the restaurants and retail businesses in the neighborhood.
Western Chelsea is the center of the NYC art world, where you will find more than 200 art galleries housed in rehabbed factories and warehouses, as well as in newly-constructed buildings.
While people of many different cultures call Chelsea home, it has been a mecca over the years for people in the LGBTQ community. One census reported that as many as 22% of its residents were gay couples. Eighth Avenue is a trendy area for LGBTQ-oriented dining and shopping. Although it no longer draws the LGBTQ population that it once did, Chelsea still has many popular alternative bars.
Chelsea is primarily residential, consisting of a mixture of diverse complexes, low-rise apartment blocks, tenements, townhouses, renovated row houses, and luxury high-rises.
Chelsea is an interesting and sought-after place to live, with unique clothing boutiques, restaurants, and delis representing cultures from around the world. In addition to its quirky establishments, Chelsea has fine dining restaurants and a vibrant, hip nightlife, which adds to its allure.
Chelsea is well-served by public transportation. At least six city bus routes traverse Chelsea. There are three NYC subway routes with stops on Seventh Avenue, three on Eighth Avenue, and two more on Sixth Avenue. The 34th Street - Hudson Yards Station opened in 2015 with its main entrance in Chelsea.