nice outdoor space with two significant drawbacks, located off the primary and over a major avenue
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spacious four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom home with a private terrace in the heart of prime greenwich village, offers a wonderful sun-splashed layout, abundant storage, city windows which create peace and quiet, and move-in ready updates. all this in a full-service postwar cooperative with dramatic views facing the architecturally historic, landmarked jefferson market library and jefferson market garden. the result of a thoughtful combination of four units, this expansive corner home impresses with lovely 6 wide plank oak flooring, crown moldings and baseboards, custom air conditioning/heating covers as well as the oversized sound-attenuating city windows throughout. a gracious foyer presents a warm welcome with an oversized walk-in closet, perfect for easy storage. ahead, the spacious and bright living-dining room invites you to relax and entertain, surrounded by gracefully curved corners, handsome built-in shelving, a wide expanse of south-facing windows. the pice de rsistance is the massive, eat-in windowed kitchen with space for people to gather, a dream come true in new york city. off-white painted cherry wood custom millwork cabinetry, surrounded by a cream subway tile backsplash, offers plentiful storage space. top of the line appliances include a sub-zero refrigerator, miele dishwasher, a wine refrigerator, and wolf appliances which include a vented six-burner range with oven, an additional wall oven, and a microwave. two large pantries (one of which is a large multi-functional storage closet) and a powder room add exceptional convenience. beyond the living room, you'll find an inviting media/lounge room, surrounded by storage closets, perfect for cozy movie nights. off of the media room is a full bathroom with an in-unit miele washer-dryer. french doors open to a west-facing bedroom which can also serve as a home office, nursery or guest space. sleep soundly in the adjacent primary suite featuring multiple closets and a charming west facing terrace the ideal destination for morning coffee overlooking jefferson market garden and library. an en suite bathroom, multiple closets and a home office area complete the primary suite. a separate wing with two additional bedrooms outfitted with wood-look floor tiles, offers a spacious secondary bedroom with en suite bathroom. another large bedroom with adjacent bathroom and a linen closet, provides plentyof room for friends and family in this greenwich village home. built in 1959 and incorporated in 1985, 69 west 9th street is a well-run, pet-friendly building where residents enjoy 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent service, laundry facilities, bike storage and on-site garage parking (which is available for rent when vacancies present themselves). pieds--terre, gifting, co-purchasing and subletting are allowed on a case-by-case basis with board approval. ideally situated in greenwich village, in close proximity to the west village, chelsea and union square, this outstanding downtown location is surrounded by the city's best shopping and dining. foodies will love the easy access to citarella around the corner, as well as whole foods, trader joe's, and the year-round union square greenmarket, all within close proximity. enjoy outdoor green space at the jefferson market garden, washington square park, the high line, 500-acre hudson riverpark, and breathtaking little island. transportation is effortless from this central location with b/d/f/m, l, 1/2/3, a/c/e, 4/5/6, n/q/r/w and pathtrains, excellent bus service and citibikes all nearby
the elevation and the dimensions, as well as the location of these terraces make them a very little practical use. however, the views from this elevation are pretty spectacular. if you must have a cigarette, this is as good places.
Condop|3 Beds|2.5 Baths|1650 int SF
Direct Living|190 ext SF
upper east
40 east 72 #ph
$26,500,000
Expert Opinion:
triplex apartment with excellently useable terraces on each floor, making it rare in nyc. the one imperfection is the lack of views or ambiance.
Condo|4 Beds|5 Baths|6060 int SF
Direct Living|1210 ext SF
chelsea
116 west 22 #5
$2,675,000
Expert Opinion:
too small for hosting events, but the intimacy of the the "courtyard" feel makes this a great spot for relaxation and reading a book.
Condo|2 Beds|2.5 Baths|1600 int SF
Living Level|200 ext SF
carnegie hill
1110 park ave #ph
$26,750,000
Expert Opinion:
excellent execution of an uptown direct roof terrace, with decent views from every direction. making it exceptional is the versatility with a flush pool on one side and a fireplace lounge on the other.
Condo|5 Beds|5.5 Baths|7000 int SF
Direct Roof|1738 ext SF
lenox hill
133 east 73 #ph
$26,900,000
Expert Opinion:
the upper 'lounge' gives this home the indoor outdoor flow of a direct living terrace, making it ideal for entertaining.
Condo|7 Beds|8 Baths|6688 int SF
Second Level|1822 ext SF
east village
217 second ave #ph
$2,695,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace is like a tiny enchanted forest in the city. the vegetation is perfect in maturity and blockage of less attractive views.