I love living in this apartment and I hope you will too. It's a true one-bedroom with all the classic prewar features. I love interior design and have worked hard to make my apartment cozy, inviting, and expressive of my personality. I have a full kitchen that's wonderful to cook in, and a bathroom with a bathtub -- a true luxury in NYC! The building is on a quiet street with a lovely park a few meters away, but it's also right across the street from the express train. This apartment, in this neighborhood, is a true New York experience.
The space
The apartment has a large living room with a dining table and two incredibly comfortable couches. There is an Apple TV (streaming, but no cable TV). The bedroom is spacious and has a classic NYC fire escape. The 20th-century heating system keeps the apartment very warm in winter. There is a washer/dryer in the basement of the building, and many laundromats with wash/fold/delivery service in the area.
Guest access
The apartment is on the 3rd floor (two flights up), and there is an elevator. While the building is wheelchair accessible, sadly my apartment itself is not optimized for wheelchair users.
Features
Washer
Dishwasher
Clothes dryer
Oven
Microwave
Coffee machine
Fridge
Iron
Hair dryer
Heating
Air conditioning
TV
WiFi
High Speed Internet
Bathtub
First aid kit
Wheelchair accessible
Smoke alarms
Fire extinguisher
Bed sheets
Towels
Workspace
Fireplace
Home cinema
Toys
Gym
Sauna
BBQ
Pool
Hot tub
Balcony
Garden / yard
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
Covered porch / verandah
Kosher home
Meat-free kitchen
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Bikes
Camping gear
Kayak
Tennis court
Standup paddleboard
Travel Styles
Budget
Romantic
Foodie
Relaxing
City
Culture
Good public transport
Accessibility
Step free access
Easy entrance
Single level
Elevator
Wide hallways
Accessible bedroom
House rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Unsuitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Carpet free
Smoke free
Fragrance free
Low allergen
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
This neighborhood in northern Manhattan has a lot of history. It's historically a Dominican and Jewish area, and has always been a hub for musicians and academics. We are right by the Columbia University medical campus, so there are lots of students as well.
The neighborhood is lively and authentic. There's a mix of colorful Caribbean culture and historical sites like Bennett Park (the highest point in Manhattan!) and Fort Tryon Park. We are also a short bus ride away from the Met Cloisters.
There are lots of Latin American restaurants two blocks away on Broadway, and Indian/Thai/French/Italian restaurants just a few more blocks away. There are several supermarkets a short walk from the apartment, and, of course, the entirety of what NYC has to offer is just a subway or bus ride away.
Getting to my home
The apartment is less than one block away from the A express train. The A train is best connected with JFK airport, although it is possible to access any of the area airports via public transportation.
Getting around
The neighborhood is far north in Manhattan, but with the nearby subway trains and buses you can reach virtually all parts of Manhattan easily. I am originally from Brooklyn, so I go to Brooklyn often to see my family, and it is an easy trip. Famous parts of Queens, such as Jackson Heights, are also easily accessible by subway.
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Chloe
**Please note: If I have not added travel plans to my PLU calendar I have neither the plans nor the ability to travel/exchange. Thanks!**
I'm a born-and-raised New Yorker, living in Manhattan and working as a midwife. I don't have any travel plans on the horizon, but when I do, I will be sure to update my PLU calendar!
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