S9K is a perfectly designed alcove studio that is south-facing and sunny. There are oversized windows, pristine hardwood floors, well-appointed built-in shelving and storage, a walk-in closet, and central heat and air, all for comfortable and modern living. The kitchen is designed with granite countertops, a sleek and modern island, full-sized stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave, along with cayenne maple cabinetry and sleek porcelain flooring. The bathroom is surrounded by warm, earth-tone Amarillo stone, a three-paneled mirror medicine cabinet, dark-wood vanity, and a Juparauna Vyara granite countertop. Although the condo building allows pets, this particular apartment does not allow pets.
555 W. 23rd is a superior, full-service building with a beautifully renovated front and central lobby. There is a 24-hour doorman and concierge, package room, complimentary gym, and a beautifully landscaped sundeck. The lounge/party room is decorated with sofas, large TVs, a fireplace, pool table and ping-pong table, as well as a sitting area and lobby lounge. There is also a convenient laundry room, on-site parking garage, and bike storage. Live in luxury in the heart of Chelsea, across the street from The Hudson River and its many parks and Chelsea Piers. The famed High Line entrance is on the block. Hudson Yards and Whole Foods are just a few blocks north, and The Meatpacking District only a few blocks south. There are fabulous restaurants, boutiques, convenience shopping, and so much more. The C/E trains are only two blocks away, and there is a crosstown bus in front of the building.
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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.