Architectural nuance, abundant natural light, and a vibrant Chelsea address await in this stylish 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom designer condo moments from the Meatpacking District, the High Line, and the West Village.
Southern light pours through oversized, noise-reducing sash windows, spilling onto alluring jet-black hardwood floors and custom built-in cupboards and shelves. A lovely wood-burning fireplace with a whitewashed brick surround invites cozy nights by the fire.
Off the open-plan living and dining room is a bespoke galley-style kitchen adorned with stainless steel and stone countertops, a chic faucet, ample storage, and a suite of gorgeous appliances, including an integrated induction cooktop and a dishwasher.
A cleverly integrated waterfall desk supports work-from-home lifestyles, while the bedroom can accommodate a queen bed and flows seamlessly with the rest of the home. In the bathroom, checkerboard tile floors complement black-and-white theme walls, while fixtures include a deep tub and a custom floating concrete sink with a wall-mounted faucet.
Finishing touches include through-wall air conditioning and a massive walk-in closet for year-round storage needs.
221 West 14th Street is a pet-friendly boutique condominium with a live-in super and shared laundry facilities. Residents enjoy plenty of trendy dining, nightlife, and shopping options, including places like La Nacional, Beatbox, Grace's, Don Angie, Mino Brasserie, noa, The Grey Dog, Boqueria, Birch Coffee, Blank Street, and many more.
The Whitney Museum of American Art is nearby, as are numerous art galleries, The Apple Store, Little Island, the Hudson River Greenway, and the Union Square Farmer's Market. Accessible subway lines include the 1, 2, 3, A, C, E, F, M, and L.
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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.