142 E 16TH Street #22A

Rarely available top floor 1-bed + home office with huge terrace and stunning open skyline views. Unit 22A is a thoughtfully renovated corner unit with North and Western exposure. You are immersed in beautiful light throughout the day as you sit atop Gramercy Spire, a highly coveted coop at the Nexus of East Village/ Gramercy Park and Union Square. Entering the apartment, you are welcomed into an oversized living area boasting beautiful oak wood floors with ample space for entertaining and dining. Owners have thoughtfully laid out the space with custom built-ins to maximize storage. Off the living area, you can access the generous balcony perfect throughout the day for a breathe of fresh air or to sit a spell and watch the sunset. The windowed kitchen features high end modern finishes and appliances including Viking cooking range/oven, Subzero fridge, Bosch dishwasher, Caeserstone countertops, breakfast bar (views of the Empire State building), tastefully tiled earth toned backsplash, deep stainless steel farm sink, and pantry storage. A clean and sleek, renovated feel is apparent in the bathroom that offers a deep soak tub, cabinet storage and a modern finish. There are two entries into the bedroom which has custom closet and storage built ins. Electric blackout shades are also included with the Western exposed windows. Adjacent to the bedroom is a versatile bonus room that can be utilized in multiple ways: home office, guest room (a tucked away Murphy bed is included), nursery, exercise area or an extension of your living. With the sliding door open, it flows nicely for a more open living area. The Gramercy Spire is a well-run full-service co-op featuring a full-time doorman, live-in super, garage, zen garden, and laundry, bike and storage rooms. Officially designated as a non-smoking building, pets are allowed. Whole Foods, Trader Joes, the Union Square Farmers Market and all this area's exceptional shopping and dining options within short blocks from the building. 4/5/6, N/R/Q and L trains within minutes from your door step. The lease is for 12 months and subject to board approval each year thereafter.