11 Riverside Drive #5LE

Live the tranquil life in a bright, beautiful spacious alcove studio at the full-service Schwab House cooperative! Residence 5LE rests at the treetop level above the West End entrance, and enjoys a quiet ambience with minimal hall traffic, as the 5th-floor Wing has no entrances across from the apartment. The home’s refined elegance is enhanced by pristine-conditioned hardwood floors, the new large, easy-to-clean double-pane windows inviting in lovely light, custom Hunter Douglas window treatments, and an open layout for entertaining. A gracious foyer greets your arrival and spills into an oversized living room for lounging and entertaining. The remodeled kitchen is styled with slate black tile flooring, a chic blue tiled backsplash, custom frosted glass with solid white cabinetry, a new refrigerator/freezer, oven with built-in ventilation system, and deep stainless steel sink. Adjoining is a spacious dining area that will accommodate a large table; plus stools add a casual alternative for eating at the pass-through kitchen counter. Unwind in the peaceful bedroom that can fit a queen-sized bed as well as two nightstands and an armoire. A generous mirrored closet has ample shelving for clothes and storage, and a ceiling fan can be adjusted conveniently by a bedside control. The private bonus room featuring faux wood tile floors is currently used for overnight guests, complete with an extra-long twin bed, nightstand and dresser; or it can serve as a project/office space, storage, etc. Across the foyer is an updated full bath with a new sink toilet, and tub/shower with partial glass enclosure. Other highlights include a new through wall air conditioner with custom cover, and upgraded electricity. Built in 1950 on the site of the old “Riverside'' Mansion, the Schwab House was converted to a co-op in 1984. Standing 19 stories overlooking the Hudson River, the handsome building occupies the entire block of 73rd to 74th Streets between Riverside Drive and West End Ave. Residents have access to two entrances and excellent amenities. Among them are attended elevators, 24-hour doormen/concierge, fitness center, onsite parking garage with discounted shareholder rates, a play/multipurpose room, bike rooms, and wonderful furnished landscaped roof deck with panoramic city views. 11 Riverside Drive is known for its location, across from Riverside Park with miles of jogging paths, dog runs, ball fields and more on the Hudson River. The prime Upper West Side address is blocks from Fairway, Citarella and Trader Joe’s food markets, close to The Beacon Theater, fine restaurants, shopping, Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, and 72nd Street express subway. Pied-a-terres, pets, subletting, co-purchasing, guarantors, and parents buying for children are allowed.