11 Riverside Drive   Unit 12JW

IN CONTRACT - Overlooking the Hudson River, this gorgeous, high-floor 2BR with private balcony on the Hudson feels like living on Paris's West Bank. Enjoy unobstructed panoramic views from oversized windows in every room of this home, which recently received a complete renovation. Upgrades include brand new double-paned picture-book windows, oak hardwood flooring throughout, and thru-wall A/C installation. Windowed kitchen sports elegant quartzite countertops, custom lacquered cabinetry, glass tile backsplash, and GE Cafe stainless steel appliances. Bathroom is outfitted with porcelain tile paneling and features a glass shower enclosure and granite vanity, complemented by a Toto washlet toilet. Entire apartment boasts granite bespoke radiator covers with custom millwork shelving and all closets house Elfa shelves/drawers. The large 120sf private balcony literally hovers over the Hudson and is large enough to entertain cocktails or host a dinner party.

The Schwab House is an upscale full service cooperative with renovated lobby and hallways. Building amenities include fulltime doorman, concierge, manned elevators, onsite management and superintendent, gym, bike room, children's playroom, dry cleaners, laundry room and enormous landscaped roof deck. Pied-a-terres and pets welcome. Conveniently located to the express/local subway, Fairway, Trader Joe's, and some of the best restaurants of the UWS, including Cafe Luxembourg, the Ribbon, the Lincoln, and Atlantic Grill, this is indeed haute living at its finest. This is a spectacular oasis and a rare opportunity to own outdoor space and command luxurious views that inspire envy.