31 W 12TH Street #1W

This beautiful lofty 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment boasting 1,500+/- sq ft of impeccably designed living space, on one of the loveliest tree-lined blocks in Greenwich Village's Gold Coast, is now available for rent! Residence 1W at the coveted prewar ARDEA is a superbly-renovated home featuring soaring 12'5" ceilings, wide strip teak wood flooring, hand-hewn woodwork, windows on triple exposures, and refined finishes at every turn. The generously-proportioned, sun-filled living/dining room, enriched by a decorative fireplace with French limestone surround, provides a superb backdrop for entertaining, met by a sleek open kitchen with high-end bells and whistles. The windowed chef quarters are chicly styled with rich wood cabinetry, extra deep Pietra Cardosa counters and oversized island, and premium stainless steel appliances including a Viking stove with griddles and a wine refrigerator. Sunny bedrooms brightened by tall windows are spaciously proportioned, highlighted by a stunning primary suite with walls of built-in closets and a windowed dressing room. The luxurious master bath likens a spa experience with heated floors, deep soaking tub and sizable walk-in shower. A second bedroom with 2 custom-fitted closets, second full bath graced by radiant heated white marble floors and blue glass tiled finishes, wiring for sound throughout, and a washer-dryer round out the comfort. The Ardea is a handsome prewar elevator building that was converted to a boutique 21-unit cooperative in 1971. A live-in porter, super, voice intercom, basement laundry room, storage room, bike storage, and great location in prime Greenwich Village make life here an absolute joy! The sought-after address, just west of Fifth Avenue and north of Washington Square Park, is convenient to it all, from the city's best shops and restaurants to gourmet markets, Whole Foods, Union Square and the famous Farmer's Market, New York University, and subway transportation. This apartment can be used for live/ work, and is available for June 1st move-in, pending board approval. Now showing by private appointment.