Elevators open directly into a gracious foyer that leads to an expansive 35-foot long south-facing great room, providing abundant natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows, and access to a c. 170 sq. ft. private terrace with postcard-perfect views of downtown, including the Freedom Tower. The separate dining area has a wet bar area with a Miele wine cooler, and provides a seamless space for memorable entertaining. The open designer kitchen by Snaidero features polished-stone tile floors, marble counters and backsplash, glass-and-lacquered-wood cabinetry, and is outfitted with top-of-the-line stainless steel Miele appliances, including a high-capacity refrigerator, 5-burner cooktop, built-in double-oven, dishwasher, a deep dual-sink, and excellent storage space. On the other side of the living room, there is a spacious home office/den, which could also be used as a third bedroom, as well as a full bathroom and a laundry closet with Miele washer & dryer.
The well-proportioned primary bedroom has a luxurious five-fixture en suite bathroom with double-sink vanity, marble-encased deep soaking tub and separate glass-enclosed stall shower, as well as radiant heated floors, wall-mounted towel warmers, and abundant storage space. There is also an nicely outfitted walk-in closet/dressing room with window, and access to a north-facing c. 130 sq. ft. terrace.
The second bedroom suite also has its own windowed bathroom with Apollinare Chrystalline marbleradiant-heated floors, soaking tub, a walking closet, and also access to the north-facing terrace, which connects the two bedrooms.
Other features include quartered oak floors, custom lighting, automatic window treatments, video security intercom system, 2-zone central air conditioning, and garbage chute closet.
Citizen is a boutique condominium nestled in Chelsea. The building is close to restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops, and little more than a block away from Madison Square Park and the Flatiron District. Amenities include a 24-hour doorman, private storage, bicycle storage, and a fitness room. Also close to major landmarks, including Empire State Building and the High Line. The building is LEED Gold certified. Pets are welcome.
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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.