$269,000

If you are hunting for blazing, all day sun, this north-facing sanctuary might not be your match. But if your heart is set on a calm, quiet retreat surrounded by a canopy of trees--peaceful haven that feels more like a quiet suburb than the heart of the city--welcome home.Nestled inside a meticulously maintained prewar building, this spacious apartment blends classic character with modern comfort. Featuring sprawling living areas, a full windowed eat-in-kitchen, rich hardwood floors, and exceptional storage, the home includes high-end custom wall-t--wall cabinetry designed to keep everything effortlessly in place. Unwind at the end of the day in a deep soaking tub that holds its warmth, and enjoy rare peace of mind with no neighbors directly below in key rooms. Beyond your front door, life is effortlessly easy. Enjoy the reassurance of a deeply attentive, responsive building staff, vibrant courtyard gardens all spring and summer, perfectly cleared paths when winter arrives.This rare gem has a quiet magic you simply have to feel in person. Schedule a private tour today and see for yourself.The building is adorned with roses that are on trellis's in front of the building with a wall with the period Riverdale stones. The entry path has Italian hand laid bricks, seasonal flora, plants and trees. At the end is a Zen fountain on a hill with flora. The entrance to the building was renovated a few years ago and it has an intercom. The original stone Art Deco lobby has a stone staircase that ascends to the top floor with the original wood hand rail. New mail boxes have been installed in the mail room. The super lives in as well as, the assistant to the super. There is individual storage (outside vendor), laundry and a service entrance. The maintenance includes heat and hot water is one of the lowest in the Riverdale area. SORRY NO DOGS are allowed, but CATS are welcome.The bus stops for the Jitney to the Metro North, MTA local and express buses are across the street. The #1 subway is three blocks east of the avenue. You are a short distance to Riverdale Avenue, Johnson and Broadway shopping, trendy, ethic and fast food restaurants, Starbucks, gyms, , Riverdale Spa and Tennis. Garage parking is on West 231st and outdoor parking is across the street, Manhattan College, Riverdale Country, Ethical Culture, Horace Mann, Fieldston are within a 5 minute drive by car or bus. JFK H.S. and an International Cultural Charter school are within a two block radius.