258 RIVERSIDE Drive #5A

Rarely available, this grand Classic Seven in one of Riverside Drive's finest full service cooperatives, is beautiful and quite unique.

Perched high above Riverside Drive, this baronial Classic Seven residence features three bedrooms, plus a maid's room/office that can easily be converted into a fourth bedroom. The elevator opens to a semi-private landing, leading to a grand foyer and immediately establishes a gracious introduction to a very special residence. Old-world glamour and grandeur abound in the expansive 30' living room/library framed by North park views through new oversize windows. The chef's eat-in-kitchen features the original restored cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and a washer/dryer. An enormous East-facing formal dining room is flooded with sunlight. It features the original distinctive wood-beamed ceiling and oak panelling that are the hallmarks of William Rouse, a renowned architect at the turn of the century. The corner Master bedroom has exposures North and East. The Master bath has been redone in keeping with the dcor and is bright and fresh. This one-of-a-kind residence is adorned with many superb turn-of-the-century details including soaring wood-beamed 10' ceilings, inlaid herringbone floors, dentil moldings, wainscoting, and a decorative fireplace with ornate mantel. This exemplary coop has one of the lowest maintenances around. The building is pet-friendly and offers a roof deck, private storage, and bicycle and laundry rooms.

Built in 1909 by William Rouse who also designed 1107 Fifth Avenue, 815 Park Avenue, and the Hendrik Hudson located at 380 Riverside Drive. The building is distinguished by its arched windows on the top floor that are outlined in blue glazed terracotta. The scale and grandeur of this fine building epitomize a bygone era that perfectly translates to modern living. It is situated in one of the most architecturally interesting areas of the Upper Westside among landmark limestone mansions, cultural institutions, fine schools neighborhood shops, bistros and it is convenient to all transportation.