Welcome home to this incredible 1,473sf north and west-facing corner, SECOND FLOOR, 2BR/2BA true condominium loft with 12ft ceilings, distressed 8" wide-plank and herringbone oak floors, and stunning oversized arched double-hung windows that flood the living areas with natural light. Direct access from the living room to a wonderful private terrace.
Upon entering, the 23ft welcoming foyer features a large coat closet and in-unit washer/dryer closet. Next, the open floor plan great room offers separate, warm and inviting areas for distinctive living, dining, food prep and recreation. The chef's kitchen features a massive center island with Caesarstone countertops, quartzite backsplash, Italian Stevali walnut-toned cabinetry, KitchenAid stainless steel appliances, and Hans Grohe faucet. Next to the kitchen is a spacious dining area with seating for ten, and an airy, sun-drenched living room for relaxing and entertaining. Both bedrooms overlook the garden on the quiet, south side of the loft. Both bedrooms can accommodate a king size bed, and the primary has a spacious walkthrough closet. The primary bathroom has honed Palmira tile, a luxury soaking tub with Carrara Marble walls, rain shower head and Toto toilet. The residence also has central heat and air-conditioning, and an optional storage locker in the basement.
Steeped in history and reborn as a luxurious residence, PS90 at 220 West 148th Street offers a distinctive living experience in the heart of Harlem. Originally constructed by acclaimed school architect Charles B. J. Snyder in 1905 in his trademark Neo-Gothic academic style, the building underwent a meticulous conversion in 2010 by Curtis & Ginsberg Architects, transforming it into a collection of 75 well-appointed condominiums. Each residence boasts generous proportions, echoing the grandeur of the building's architectural heritage. The conversion received the prestigious Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award in 2011.
Amenities include a part-time doorman, enhanced security with ButterflyMX video intercom and access controller, resident superintendent, enormous courtyard garden, fitness room, community room, bicycle storage and cold storage for grocery delivery. Doorman hours are M-F, 7am-11pm. Saturday 8am-12am & Sunday 8am to 11pm.
The location is convenient to City College, Columbia University, and area hospitals. Enjoy close proximity to the B, D, A, C, and 3 trains, Jackie Robinson Park, St. Nicholas Park. Frederick Johnson Tennis Courts, a public library, post office, and numerous options for grocery shopping and dining.
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.