34-48 81st Street, 52

Rarely available top floor, light-filled stunner!  This spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom apartment with modern updates for the way we live now and pre-war charm is on offer in one of Jackson Heights’ landmarked original cooperatives, The Chateau. Bright and sunny, this charming apartment is on the fifth floor of an elevator building with four exposures; eastern and southern in the main rooms and and tranquil western and northern garden exposures in the back rooms! Perfect for entertaining, the expansive living room features a wood-burning fireplace which flows into a formal dining room. The modern kitchen is a cook’s dream and features new cabinetry and appliances and a separate pantry that provides additional storage. Two bedrooms have ensuite bathrooms (one full and one half) and there is a third full bathroom. All four bedrooms and one full bathroom are all accessed from a center hallway that is lined with closets and cabinets. Every bedroom has generously over-sized windows with garden views and ample closet space. Enjoy pre-war details throughout - beautiful wood floors, 9’ ceilings, large windows, generous trim work and an entry foyer with coat closet. Custom-built wood radiator covers were recently added as well as storm windows throughout. It’s a stunning home - peaceful and quiet with skyline views in the heart of the vibrant Jackson Heights Garden district.   This Chateau building has an elevator, live-in super, includes a large storage unit for each apartment, laundry room, bike room and of course, the legendary Chateau block-long shared garden. New roof installed in 2019. Pets welcome!  25% down payment required. No assessments. No subletting allowed. 1% flip tax. Enjoy the 37th Avenue shopping and restaurant corridor with one of the most diverse food scenes in New York City, as well as 34th Avenue Open Street, Travers Park, and Sunday greenmarket. Close to Roosevelt Ave. transit station with 30 minute access to Manhattan and easy transportation to airports.