Sun and sky are your constant companion in this top-floor, two bedroom, convertible three bedroom, pre-war gem in gracious Hudson View Gardens. Its original period details, river views, flowing layout and numerous, large casement windows, make this a haven of light, comfort and tranquility.
Just off the foyer, you're welcomed into a generous living room with four south facing windows. Just off the living room, through French doors, is the comfortable dining area with its own big casement window. The adjacent kitchen has ample vintage cabinets, stove, fridge, DW and microwave, Carrara marble countertops and a colorful, artist-designed tiled backsplash. Parquet floors stretch across the whole space and with six closets, storage is lavish. The roomy first bedroom has two entrances and two south facing windows. The second bedroom has views of the smimmering Hudson through both south and west facing windows, as well as through the windowed door that leads to the fire escape.
Built in 1924, Hudson View Gardens, now on the National Register of Historic Places, is honored as a significant example of Tudor Revival architecture. The complex consists of nine elevatored, six-story buildings, and six four-story walk-ups. Bennett Park, the highest natural point in Manhattan, is right across the street. Pet-friendly. 75% maximum financing permitted. Its four acres of gardens are handsomely kept with seasonal flowers and plantings. Some of the many features of HVG include: every day mail delivery to your apartment door; a central package room; live-in super; 24-hour security; a private parking drive; a private event space - “The Lounge”; bike room; basement storage bins, private children’s playground, onsite residents-only preschool; a charming private English garden and upscale gym. There's also a penthouse apartment to rent for overnight guests. Just two blocks away you'll find a cafes, restaurants, shopping and all the services you need. Nearby a few blocks further are Ft. Tryon Park, the Heather Garden, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Cloisters. Excellent transportation is a short walk across beautiful Bennett Park, including the A Train (25 minutes to midtown) and the M98 express bus.
The monthly maintenance charge, (including electric, water, heat and gas) is $2,184.62. There is also an ongoing capital reserve assessment $367.98.
