Bright, east-facing studio with open city views, 2 blocks from the R/M
Welcome to #3M at 44-14 Newtown Road, a fifth-floor studio in a well-kept pre-war elevator co-op on a quiet, tree-lined block in Astoria. The apartment faces east and gets bright morning light. Nothing blocks the view, so you look out over the city and the street below.
The building has a live-in super and porter, a landscaped garden courtyard, secure video intercom, bike storage and a 24-hour laundry room. There is no flip tax, maintenance is low, and Spectrum, Astound and Verizon are all available.
The co-op is flexible on ownership. Pied-à-terre buyers are welcome, and owners can sublet without limit after three years of residency. Cats are permitted; dogs are not.
The R and M trains at 46th Street are two blocks away, about 15 minutes to Midtown, and there's a Citi Bike dock on the corner. Astoria's cafés, restaurants, shops and museums are a short walk.
Showings are by appointment and easy to schedule. Contact Bradley Rhyins to book a private tour.
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Although Astoria is largely a residential neighborhood, it is filled with unique mom-and-pop shops, trendy boutiques, a plethora of dining options representing cuisines from around the world, and lush green spaces where you can relax, walk along the East River, or just enjoy the Manhattan skyline.
The atmosphere is laid back and almost small-town. In addition to luxury condos, pre-war buildings, single-family and semi-detached brick buildings, you will find low-rise buildings with apartments available at lower rents than are available in nearby Manhattan. If you enjoy shopping, you will find everything from locally handcrafted apparel and decor items to vintage treasures just waiting to be repurposed.
Astoria has long been known as a hub of Greek culture, with a burgeoning Greek community. You can barely walk a block without an opportunity to eat Greek food or experience some aspect of Greek culture. The Italian community is also quite large and well-represented in Astoria. Lately, there has been an influx of immigrants from all corners of the globe, making Astoria truly multicultural, and giving rise to eateries that offer unique gastronomic treats.