Enjoy spectacular light and views from this extraordinary two-bedroom residence located at 170 Second Avenue, a full-service Art Deco cooperative building at the corner of Eleventh Street. With ten windows, this sun-filled home overlooks historic landmarked St. Mark's Church to the west and reveals open city skyline views to the north, including The Empire State, Chrysler, and Con Edison buildings.
A large entry foyer opens into the expansive living room, which showcases this home's pre-war details: original oak flooring, beamed ceilings with exquisite crown moldings, and 9-foot ceiling heights. Newly built mahogany bookcases line the entire length of the room. The open kitchen and full size dining room overlook the iconic city skyline through three large windows. The kitchen features terracotta tile floors, cherry wood custom cabinetry, black granite countertops, mosaic glass tile backsplash, Fisher & Paykel range with Zephyr vented hood, Liebherr integrated refrigerator, stainless steel undermount sink with Insinkerator, and Miele Incognito dishwasher.
The corner primary bedroom has exposures to the city skyline to the north and St. Mark’s Church to the west. The secondary bedroom also overlooks the historic church, has double French doors leading to the living room, and features an extra-large walk-in closet. The large windowed main bathroom boasts the original reglazed 5.5-foot cast iron soaking tub, a separate rain shower, and white marble walls and flooring. A spacious powder room is located right off the foyer with an Althea sink and vanity. Other noteworthy features of the home include built in thru wall air conditioners, copious closet space, and a vented Bosch washer and dryer.
170 Second Avenue features a beautiful lobby with original terrazzo floors, brass chandeliers, Art Deco murals, and a mahogany-paneled elevator. It is impeccably maintained by a wonderful full-time staff, including porters, a live-in superintendent, and a 24-hour elevator attendant. Amenities include central laundry, storage, and bike rooms. It is located near fantastic restaurants, Union Square, Astor Place, Tompkins Square Park, and public transportation.
