173-175 Riverside Drive #12K

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173-175 Riverside Drive

One of Riverside Drive’s finest landmarks, J.E. Carpenter, quoted as the father of the large modern apartment in New York completed design of this Gothic Revival building circa 1925. It was converted to a cooperative in 1968. The building has two entrances; 173 RSD (on 89th St) and 175 RSD (on 90th). All apartments were built on a grand scale with Carpenter’s signature feature; the central hall plan dividing the apartment into three functional units: living, sleeping and service with a large entry gallery as a focal point. Located across from Riverside Park and The Soldiers and Sailors Monuments, amenities include 24 Hour Doorman, Live-in Super, bike room, recreation room, gym, laundry, and storage. It is a Pet friendly building. 50% financing is allowed and there is a 2% flip tax by buyer.

The Apartment
From the moment that one enters this luxurious, high floor Edwardian five room apartment with south/east exposure, your eyes bask in sunlight. The huge central gallery leads to a grand sized living room with decorative fireplace. Enjoy dining while watching the Manhattan skyline.

A quiet night is yours in the huge corner master bedroom; then wake up to the sun flooded room. The second bedroom offers comfort and relaxation including a seating area with city views.

The enormous windowed eat-in-kitchen offers the opportunity for entertaining while cooking. The chef in you will enjoy prepping on the butcher block or the granite countertops, as well as enjoying top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances including, Wolfe stove and Sub-Zero refrigerator; all with enough space left for pleasurable dining as well.

The apartment features include beautiful wood basket-weave patterned floors, high ceilings, crown moldings, French doors, custom closets, washer/dryer and maid’s room. Pristine Condition.