An expansive 1667 square feet, 5E is a sophisticated and thoughtfully laid-out residence that boasts a impressive main living area with an open-concept kitchen, custom built island and adjacent cabinetry, plus a dining area that easily sits 6. The layout also features an off-set primary bedroom with en suite bath that ensures its occupant quiet and privacy from activity in the rest of the home.
The open kitchen is outfitted with a Viking gas range stove and refrigerator, built-in Viking microwave plus a Bosch dishwasher. The counters and island are topped with Calacatta Italian marble slab. With copious storage throughout and custom walnut cabinetry, this kitchen is sure to satisfy any chef.
The generously proportioned primary bedroom extends off of the entry hallway, opening to a beautiful room with a private balcony overlooking classic New York architecture. It easily fits a king-sized bed, has a spa-like en suite bathroom and an enormous walk-in-closet. The second bedroom is a show stopper! This southwestern facing corner bedroom has floor-to-ceiling windows that will greet every morning and say goodnight with a spectacular view of the neighborhood. Across the hall is the bright and airy third bedroom, which would also make a beautiful office.
Besides in unit washer/dryer and large plank Brazilian Cherrywood floors, 5E also features storage galore! SEVEN sizable closets throughout AND 2 deeded storages spaces in the basement totaling almost 60 square feet. You'll never feel deprived of storage space again.
1 Avenue B is a boutique condominium building with amenities that include a part-time doorman, full-time building manager, a residents' lounge with kitchen, a common outdoor sundeck on the 2nd floor, fitness center with a yoga/pilates studio, bike room, and separate package room. For convenient drop-off and pick-up, building occupants may utilize a private curved driveway located directly in front of the building entrance. If designated as primary residence, the owner receives a 17.5% real estate tax abatement.
This prime location offers convenient access to the best restaurants, shopping and nightlife the East Village and the Lower East Side have to offer. Even though it is in such close proximity to these vibrant neighborhoods, 1 Avenue B is a quiet, tree-lined street enclave in the middle of all the hustle and bustle. With Union Market and Whole Foods nearby, as well as easy access to public transportation- F, M, J and Z trains- you have everything you could possibly want only moments away.
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The East Village has two distinct moods. By day, it is quiet and peaceful. Everyone is out and about, either working or relaxing at Tompkins Square Park, strolling or jogging along the East River, or hanging out in one of the subsets of cultural activity, such as St. Mark’s Place.
But then night falls, and the East Village comes to life, keeping the entertainment and nightlife going long after the other neighborhoods have called it quits for the night. People from all five boroughs flock to the dive bars and speakeasies, head for their favorite cafes and restaurants, or drop in to a music venue to listen to hot tunes or cool jazz and dance the night away. Don’t worry, you don’t have to “know somebody” to gain admittance to even the most popular venues. You won’t find velvet ropes, bouncers, or and a waiting list at the door of most places. Just walk right in and enjoy yourself.
Be prepared for the increased population during fall through spring, when NYU is in session. College students will be everywhere, contributing to the youthful essense of the neighborhood.