220 W 148TH Street #5J

Timeless architecture meets modern design in this grand Loft two bedroom 2 bath home. Located on the 5th Floor with only the Penthouse level above....the soaring 12ft ceilings accented by enormous windows welcome sunny and charming tree-top views over the garden courtyard and the building's gothic-style architecture. The intelligently designed home earns high marks with its open floor plan, spacious rooms, custom closets and an abundance of natural light. Beautiful wide plank oak flooring is featured throughout the home. A Chef's Kitchen....the open concept kitchen boasts all the essentials for cooking & entertaining. Top-of-the-line Kitchen-Aid appliances along with excellent space and several pull-out cabinets make for a comfortable preparation space. The Kitchen Island offers additional storage and additional counter surfaces for serving. Added conveniences highlighted throughout the home include central heat and air conditioning, a washer/dryer and custom closets (including a large walk-in closet in the primary bedroom). Originally constructed in 1905, Public School 90 still maintains its majestic exterior. In 2010 the building's interior was redesigned and reconstructed by Curtis & Ginsberg Architects into 75 condominium homes. The conversion was met with high praise and achieved the prestigious Lucy G. Moses Preservation Award in 2011. Amenities include a part-time doorman, live-in superintendent, courtyard garden, fitness room, resident's lounge, bicycle storage and cold storage for grocery delivery. Doorman Hours are M-F, 7am-11pm. Saturday 8am-12am & Sunday 8am to 11pm. The building currently receives a J-51 tax abatement. Inquire with listing agent for more details. Just one block from the 3 express train and the A,B,C and D trains are only 5 blocks away on Saint Nicholas. Need green space? Jackie Robinson Park is just down the block and offers an outdoor swimming pool, two baseball diamonds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and two playgrounds, one with a water play area.