235 East 22nd Street #16-U

A very special large studio apartment with a wood burning fireplace on the top floor of Gramercy House, the highly sought-after Art Deco coop on East 22nd Street a block and a half from Gramercy Park and close to the East village, Union Square and the Flatiron district. The 'U' line is one of the largest studios in the building and the top floor is the brightest. The apartment has a spacious main room (18' 9'x 18') with a wall of closets, a desk area, a hall closet, a cozy enclosed sleeping alcove (7' 11' x 6' 3'), a kitchen and breakfast bar in front of the large wall of windows and a working wood burning fireplace. The renovated bathroom has a bathtub and a window. The renovations to the apartment have been done with and eye to highlighting the architectural details including the beamed ceiling, hardwood floors and original hardware. Gramercy House has an enchanting garden/park for the exclusive use of the residents, a planted roof terrace with dramatic views uptown. The building offers a full service with a 24 hour concierge and an amazing staff and is pet friendly (one dog). There is a laundry and bike storage. The board require the purchaser to occupy the apartment as a primary residence (no pied a terre buyers). Gifts are allowed but no co-purchasing or parents buying for their children. 25% down payment required. The maintenance includes electricity, A/C and heating.