617 W END Avenue #12FLOOR

Nestled on the Upper West Side, this renovated, full-floor, corner apartment with four bedrooms and three full bathrooms is simply spectacular! A rare find, the sun-drenched home boasts four exposures, 24 windows throughout, high-beamed ceilings, new hardwood floors, and specialty lighting. An impressive space, the expansive loft-like great room, measuring more than 40-feet long and 20-feet wide, has built-in speakers, custom-made bookshelves, and an abundance of windows and open views. The contemporary kitchen features custom wood cabinetry with pull-out pantries, two dishwashers, Bosch stove top and wall oven, built-in microwave, and Miele refrigerator. A peaceful retreat, the oversized corner primary bedroom, with double exposures and lovely views of the Hudson river, has an en-suite marble bathroom with a glass shower and mosaic tile floor, plus a large walk-in cedar-lined closet. The other corner bedroom has two closets and another en-suite marble bathroom with glass shower and stylish ceramic subway tiles. The remaining three bedrooms are exceptionally big and the current owners showcase how they can easily be used as a den or media room depending on your needs. A home office with built-in desks and shelving unit complete the impressive layout. Additional highlights include: A full-size washer & dryer, private vestibule, and separate service entrance. Built in 1925 by architects and brothers George and Edward Blum, the intimate 16-story building has just 32 units and maintains much of its ornate and original charm. The full-service residence offers a canopied entrance, elegant lobby, 24-hour elevator operator and full-time doorman, central laundry room, and basement storage. This gem is just a short block away from beautiful Riverside Park where you'll find playgrounds, bike paths, and many other outdoor activities. The ideal location is close to the express subway and crosstown bus, and it offers easy access to the West Side Highway. Additionally, you'll appreciate being near charming cafes and fine restaurants, gourmet grocers and markets, Equinox health club, and many retail boutiques and shops. Take advantage of this moment in time and consider making a long-term buy. After all, your home is the base upon which the rest of your life is built.