531 E 88TH Street #4C

Why buy a one bedroom when you can purchase a spacious and serene two bedroom apartment for the same price? Owners overseas on long term assignment and must regrettably sell. Their loss, your gain. This south facing home is located in an intimate elevator building on a beautiful tree lined street steps from Carl Schurz Park, the East River Promenade and Gracie Mansion. Your entry foyer with a walk-in closet (potential to convert to half bath) leads to a cook's kitchen with stainless steel appliances, W/D and granite countertops. The kitchen with counter seating is open to the sunny living room with hardwood flooring. The light and bright primary bedroom fits a king-sized bed and the second bedroom accommodates a queen bed. Both rooms have double closets. Each room has through-wall A/C. Laundry room and storage available. Located next to Carl Schurz Park, a park cherished by the community for the recreational opportunities it offers, and a secret sanctuary virtually unknown outside the local community. The Park offers numerous lawn areas, gardens, benches, 2 dog runs, 2 playgrounds, a basketball and deck hockey field as well as jogging and walking paths, with access to a running path along the FDR stretching from 59th Street to 96th Street. Go for a stroll, sunbathe on the lawn or relax on benches overlooking the river. Located near The Vinegar Factory, Asphalt Green, Yorkville Tennis Club, movie theaters, numerous shops and restaurants. The area is attracting new businesses including Whole Foods (2015), Le Pain Quotidien; Maison Kayser, JR Kitchen, Fantastic Toys, Shake Shack; Little Brown Chocolate Bakery, L'Occitane, Sabon, and more. Easy access to the UN and hospitals dotting York Ave to the south. The M15, M31, crosstown M86 & soon to be opened 2nd Ave subway are in close proximity making transit convenient and easy. Pet friendly. Pied-a-terres & Guarantors allowed. Diplomats/corporate ownership considered.