Welcome to Residence 5F at 305 West 16th Street - a thoughtfully designed, move-in ready 1-bedroom condop (CONDO RULES!) offering a rare blend of light, quiet, and iconic Empire State Building views from every room.
The layout is both efficient and comfortable, with a seamlessly integrated living and dining area anchored by an open kitchen. Finishes include Caesarstone countertops, Italian cerused wenge cabinetry, and a premium suite of Bosch and Fisher & Paykel appliances. Carbonized bamboo flooring throughout and double-paned windows provide excellent sound insulation, creating a calm and peaceful home. The pin drop-quiet bedroom is well-proportioned, and a large walk-in closet provides ample space for all your storage needs. The bathroom is designed for comfort, with Grohe fixtures and Roca tiles creating a clean, modern aesthetic. A recently upgraded Miele washer/dryer adds everyday ease and convenience. The apartment has been meticulously maintained and is turn-key.
Built in 2011, 305W16 is one of Chelsea's best-managed boutique buildings. It operates with condo-style flexibility: subletting is permitted, co-purchasing and parents buying for children are welcome, pieds-à-terre are allowed, guarantors are accepted, and pets of all sizes are part of the community. Unlimited subletting offers peace of mind, should your needs evolve over time. No flip tax.
With just 53 residences, the building has a private, residential feel while still providing a full suite of amenities. Residents enjoy a stunning lobby with a 24-hour doorman, fitness room with a Pilates reformer, a Zen viewing garden, and a beautifully-planted common roof deck featuring a 34-foot daisy sculpture "Perhaps" by renowned artist Rob Bucholz, coupled with incredible views of the Empire State Building and the rest of the iconic NYC skyline.
Situated at the intersection of Chelsea, the West Village, and the Meatpacking District, you are at the center of it all, a short walking distance from the High Line, Hudson River Park, Chelsea Market, and endless options for dining, shopping, and art galleries. Directly adjacent to Google's Chelsea campus and steps from the A/C/E and L subway lines.
Quick Profile
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.