Central Park obviously gets a lot of love, and for good reason. But living on the park, while prestigious, is often expensive. So it’s worth considering living near Central Park’s western neighbor, Riverside Park. There are plenty of units just feet from the park at great prices, like 230 Riverside Drive #18N. Our Deal of the Week is a corner studio with lots of windows, a semi-separate kitchen, and a modern bathroom.
Learn more about our Deal of the Week!
The Price: $599,000
The median asking price for a home on the Upper West Side was $1.7 million this June, according to the StreetEasy Data Dashboard. That means our Deal of the Week is priced at a little over a third of the median asking price for the neighborhood!
Buyers who put down a 20% down payment of $119,800 can expect to see monthly payments of $4,465. This includes a mortgage payment of $3,224, common charges of $679, and monthly taxes of $562.
Why You’ll Love It…
Enter this studio through a short hallway leading into the main living area. To the left are two closets, which offer a generous amount of storage space. This main room is filled with lots of light thanks to three windows on two different walls — just one benefit of the unit’s corner location. Ceiling beams and hardwood floors add a timeless and classy look to the apartment.
In addition to the three windows in the main living area, there’s one more in the kitchen, which is found through an open doorway. Filled with glossy white cabinetry, the kitchen includes a dishwasher drawer, Miele speed oven, and stove. The refrigerator is paneled to match the cabinetry for seamless style. The partial separation from the main living area helps the studio feel less like one giant room — perfect if you’re the type who doesn’t like sleeping near your fridge.
The main living area has enough room for a queen or king-sized bed, in addition to some living or dining furniture. The bathroom is outfitted in white subway tile and includes a soaking tub with a rainfall showerhead.
Of course, in New York, what’s outside your apartment is just as important as what’s in it. The unit’s building is right across the street from Riverside Park, with easy access to the Hudson River Greenway, Joan of Arc Park, the 96th Street Clay Tennis Courts, and the Empire State Trail. Whole Foods and Trader Joe’s are also nearby, in addition to restaurants like Carmine’s, Dagon, Flor de Mayo, and Naruto Ramen. Commutes are a breeze with the 1, 2, and 3 trains a couple of blocks away, and the B and C are also located within a mile. To top it all off, the pet-friendly building has an elevator, fitness center, live-in super, 24-hour doorman, package room, laundry room, bike storage, and landscaped courtyard.
…And Why You Might Not
While the speed oven will serve many purposes, it may not be large enough for those looking to cook large meals. Similarly, the dishwasher and sink are on the smaller side, but the high-end appliances and ample cabinet space make up for it. So if you’re looking for a stellar location near Riverside Park, be sure to give this one a look.
Check out the listing at 230 Riverside Drive #18N, listed by Jay K. Overbye and Will Gilbert of Brown Harris Stevens.
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