163 St Nicholas Avenue #7-K

Live in a unique and private urban paradise in the heart of South Harlem. This 3-bedroom/3-bathroom corner penthouse apartment features bright southern and northern exposures; Juliet balcony in the living room facing west; sun-drenched master suite with 2 closets and heated, windowed bathroom; large kitchen with stainless steel appliances and limestone countertops; marble bathrooms; Brazilian cherry hardwood flooring throughout; HVAC units in the living room and bedrooms; and great closet space throughout. The highlight of this very special apartment is the 900+sf private terrace described by New York Magazine as ?a one-man greenmarket?. Perfect for anyone with a passion for gardening, the private terrace is fully planted with flowers, shrubbery, fruit and vegetable gardens. The terrace also has an irrigation system and a beehive to provide an optimal growing environment. Some highlights of the rooftop garden include: wisteria, hostas, roses, grapes, figs, Japanese persimmons, cherry tomatoes, apples, Asian pears, cherries, and apricots. It also comes completely furnished with outdoor furniture, two decorative fountains and a barbeque grill. The Rosa Parks Condominium features a 24-hour doorman, laundry room, fitness room, bicycle storage and private storage. It is steps away from Harlem?s ?Restaurant Row?, Starbucks, Chase Bank, Rite Aid, Best Yet Supermarket, and a Zipcar garage. The building is also near the 2/3 and A/B/C/D subway lines, and the M2/M7/M10/M116/M3 buses. The 421-A Tax Abatement expires in 2030, and an assessment in place through 2013.