445 E 86TH Street #4D

Large, sunny & quiet alcove studio facing north with townhouse and garden views. Apartment has already been converted to junior one bedroom with sliding Shoji screen doors. Currently there is a double bed but space could accommodate queen. Renovated kitchen has a backsplash of colorful pale green glass tiles. The cabinets and appliances are finished in pale wood with chrome trim. The counter tops are all stainless steel. The oven has been removed for additional storage space. Above the Miele gas range there is a large convection oven. Kitchen has Sub Zero refrigerator freezer and a dishwasher. The bathroom is beautifully tiled with speckled porcelain tiles in brown, grey and other muted tones. The tub has half glass enclosure and finishes in shower and faucets are chrome. A cleverly designed home office space has built in desk and cabinets. Can easily accommodate printer, computer and files. Apartment has recessed lighting and wood parquet floors. There is abundant closet space throughout. Apartment is located in a well-run postwar full service Coop with excellent financials. Amenities include brand new fitness center with state of the art machines, a seasonal roof deck, common laundry room & bike room. There is a waiting list for storage & garage space. There is a 24-hour doorman and super lives in building. Pets permitted with Board approval. Building permits 80% financing. There is a flip tax of 1.5% of the sale price and is paid by the seller. Pied a Terre's & Investors not permitted. A block away is entrance to Carl Schurz Park. The park is adjacent to the east river where runners enjoy a 1.5 mile run on the promenade. There are two dog runs, playground and benches to admire the view. Nearby is great public transportation, including 2nd Avenue subway Q line. This Upper East Side location has wonderful restaurants, Fairway & Whole Foods nearby.