The spacious king-size primary bedroom is a haven of relaxation, with 2 large window and an en-suite glass-tiled windowed bathroom equipped with a luxurious tub. The second bedroom, comfortably fitting a queen-size bed also having 2 windows, offers versatility and comfort, adjacent to another generous full bathroom also featuring a tub.
Culinary enthusiasts will revel in the kitchen's stainless steel appliances, including a microwave, dishwasher, and elegant granite countertops. The 9-foot ceilings amplify the sense of space, while wide plank Brazilian cherry hardwood floors add a touch of warmth and sophistication.
For utmost convenience, the apartment includes through-wall PTAC systems for optimal temperature control, alongside a side-by-side full-size in-unit washer and dryer with venting. The allure of the private terrace invites moments of relaxation and alfresco dining, enhancing the living experience. Water, hot water, and cooking gas are included in the rent. Additionally, one small pet is permitted.
The building itself is a paragon of accessibility, with wheelchair/disabled accessibility at the forefront. A part-time doorman plus a 24/7 virtual doorman ensure security and convenience, while the package room and two elevators elevate practicality. The live-in resident manager caters to your needs, and the on-site gym and common laundry room offer modern amenities. As if that weren't enough, a 2,500 square foot teak-furnished roof terrace beckons, adorned with premium grass turf flooring, and panoramic vistas. For those seeking an elevated experience, private rooftop cabanas await. Storage cages and bike storage provide convenience, while covered and uncovered on-site parking, equipped with electric vehicle charging stations, cater to every need.
The location grants easy access to major expressways and transportation. Just four blocks from the 2 & 3 express subway lines. A mere block away from the Harlem River Drive North ramp, or three blocks from the entrance to the Harlem River Drive South. The Madison Ave Bridge off West 135th Street and the Hamilton Bridge off West 145th Street offer pathways to the Major Deegan & Bruckner Expressway as well as to the Gateway Mall, Bronx Terminal Market, and Yankee Stadium.
An astonishing ten-minute drive to La Guardia Airport. The M1 bus, making a stop at your doorstep travels along the east side and makes a stop near Mount Sinai Hospital. While the M7, and M102 buses which stop on the corner of West 139th Street & Malcolm X Blvd, provides an array of commuting options. The 2/3/B/C subways, Harlem Hospital, the Schomburg Center, and the Harlem YMCA are all within a four-block radius of West 135th Street. Only one train stop away to 125th Street's commercial corridor for Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Target, Metro North, and the 4, 5, and 6 trains.
2-5 blocks along West 139th Street leads you to the landmark of historic Strivers Row and to St. Nicholas Park, home of the Hamilton Grange near City College. The surrounding streets including 5th Ave, Malcolm X Blvd, Adam C. Powell Jr. Blvd, Frederick Douglass Blvd, and Edgecombe Ave, host an array of supermarkets, restaurants, bars, cafes, and essential services, ensuring a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle.
Quick Profile
The neighborhood called West Harlem by the locals is known as Manhattanville to neighborhood newcomers. The area is culturally diverse and might be considered a microcosm of the city as a whole.
Columbia University has recently expanded into the area, which is attracting student residents from all over the world. Together with students from the City College of New York and young professionals fleeing higher prices in other neighborhoods, this influx of younger residents has brought with it more restaurants and bars on W 125th Street to serve this clientele. There are also new ventures, like a rock-climbing gym, to cater to the interests of these students and young professionals. At the same time, there are many small, family-owned shops and restaurants that have been anchors of the neighborhood for multiple generations.
The area has been through a housing upgrade, as older properties have been renovated and abandoned properties have been razed to make room for new development. There are still reasonably priced apartments available. Young professionals are finding that there is a certain cachet to living in West Harlem. It provides a convenient commute to the city and all of its amenities, while providing a sense of escape at the end of a long work day.
While rentals are popular with the student population, the young professionals are delighted to find pre-war brownstones, pre-war co-ops (including some income-capped HDFCs for lower- and middle-income buyers), and post-war condos that they can afford, although prices are rising. Some new low-rise developments, sporting virtual doormen and desired amenities, are cropping up.