12 W 17TH Street #5

As one of the first residential conversions in the Flatiron District (in the early 70's), this co-op retains the understated low profile that early loft-dwellers were seeking. 40 years later, that philosophy lives on, resulting in a well-run building with an unassuming curb-appeal. From the moment you use the state-of-the-art video intercom to enter the perpetually clean, but decidedly unglamorous lobby you get it: this co-op cares about its shareholders' quality of life, as well as their wallets. The elevator cab is further proof of this ethos. On your short ride up, reflect on the fact that at $1.20/SF your maintenance is amongst the lowest in the city. Once the door opens, you realize this home is what you always envisioned a loft would be like: an oversized open living space, (27'x38') with large windows (18), great ceiling heights (11'), Three exposures (N,E,S), and strong hints of an industrial past what is not to love about that? However, the industrial past shows only in the dcor, as this home boasts all the thoroughly modern conveniences and technologies, including central air conditioning that can be controlled from anywhere in the world via smartphone. The generous living/dining room space can hold large parties (the table seats 20) but feels intimate enough when watching TV (or a movie on the 120 screen). Once you start wandering around, you find many practical layout choices that make this home extremely livable and scalable. Conveniently located near the kitchen, the full-sized laundry room functions as a mudroom, pantry, storage room, or even coat-check during large parties. The kitchen offers an open bar seating area, but can be closed of when desired. High-end appliances from Wolf, Subzero, Verona and Fisher-Paykel make it a snap to prepare for the 20 guests that you can seat. Going towards the back, the hallway is not in the center as in most lofts. Instead it is pushed to the east faade to take full advantage of those nine gorgeous 100-year-old windows that line the faade. The primary suite is a haven of relaxation with plenty of room to unwind. The master bath features a steam shower, two sinks on 10' concrete vanity, a Toto NeoRest (fully automated toilet/bidet) and two dressing rooms. This is a pet-friendly boutique 11-unit building with dedicated storage is just a short block from Union Square with its famous Greenmarket and transportation hub. With several Michelin star restaurants on the block, you are surrounded by excellent food and shopping. If you want more, the Village, Gramercy Park, Soho, Meatpacking and even the Highline are only a few block away.