257 W 86TH Street #3/4A

This grand studio duplex is located in the heart of the Upper West Side in a circa 1909 architectural gem. The apartment offers an abundance of prewar charm and a most gracious layout, perfect for grand-scale entertaining or simply enjoying the pleasures, comforts and privacy of home. THE PUBLIC ROOMS: The soaring ceilings in the living room give a volume rarely found in apartment living. With its double height north facing windows, originally designed for the many artists the building attracted, theatrical balconies, rich wood floor and a magnificent wood burning fireplace, the 28 foot long shaped living room is an absolute show stopper. The dining room, large enough to seat almost any extended family, the den (or fourth bedroom) and the large eat-in size kitchen (with a washer/dryer), all face south with sun pouring in all day. Completing the downstairs is a full bathroom off the entry foyer. THE UPSTAIRS: The upstairs landing overlooks the double height living room and offers additional closets that could be converted into a small home office. There are three south facing bedrooms. A very large primary bedroom has a new en-suite master bath and a romantic balcony overlooking the living room. The second and third bedrooms share a hall bathroom. All three bathrooms have been tastefully renovated. THE BUILDING: Conveniently located between West End Avenue and Broadway, this long established and well cared for boutique co-op employs a full time elevator attendant, features a lovely roof garden, and is pet friendly.