Situated on a lovely tree-lined street a mere block from Central Park, 7 West 96th is a distinguished prewar cooperative with gracious residences and full-service amenities. 2E offers elegant living quarters spanning a generous 1,300+ sq ft, with 2 bedrooms (convertible 3), 2 bathrooms, a home office, oversized windows on 2 exposures (north and east), plus beautiful finishes throughout. A large entry foyer with 2 big closets, high beamed ceilings, rich hardwood floors, separate living and dining rooms for entertaining, plus a modern kitchen and baths enhance the allure and make it a perfect place to call home.
The light-filled living room brightened by an oversized triple window is ideal for relaxing or hosting guests. Adjoining is a lovely windowed home office for working remotely. The sunny upscale windowed kitchen, set conveniently off the dining room, is styled with quality wood cabinetry, tiled backsplash and flooring, black granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances for the cook.
A split-bedroom layout affords total privacy, with the primary suite positioned in the west wing and the secondary bedroom on the east end. A spacious closet and an upscale en-suite bathroom with decorative tilework and a glass stall shower complete the primary bedroom retreat. The second bedroom is large and light-filled, with 2 closets and easy access to the stylish full hall bath.
Built 1931, 7 West 96th Street is a handsome Art Deco building standing 18 stories on the Upper West Side, moments to Central Park with its wonderful green space, ball fields, tennis center, playgrounds, pool, the reservoir and more. The elevator cooperative offers a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, central laundry, a bike room, and onsite storage available. Set on a wide tree-lined park block near convenient Columbus Avenue, great restaurants and shops, the B/C subway lines and other public transportation. Pets are allowed.