523 West 121 Street   Unit 33

In 1897, Columbia University moved to Morningside Heights. The years following that relocation brought exciting development and a newfound residential grace to the area. In 1904, to capitalize on the housing exuberance of the day, The Spencer was designed by the prolific architect, George F. Pelham. Pelham created the Spencer to be the middle of a trio of formidable residential buildings -- a creation that called for comfortable, substantial homes to be constructed on what is now a handsome, leafy street with ease of access to Broadway, and right down the way from both Morningside and Riverside Parks. Brightly positioned in the sunny front of the Spencer (a well-served, doorman cooperative with storage/bike/laundry rooms), this terrific, flexible 6-Room residence (formerly 7-Rooms) offers a comfortable Pre-WWI scale in what is one of the largest apartments in the building. With a graceful flow and a practical layout, this renovated, easy-to-love residence is suitable for easy living and easy entertaining. With two peaceful Bedrooms, a big Living Room (with Southern exposed treetop views), a formal Dining Room (some in building have converted into a bonus Guest Room), a large, custom, designer windowed Kitchen (with stone counters, ample cabinetry, and premium appliances -- including wine fridge), and an oversized servant's room that is currently configured as an office (some in building have transformed into a 2nd Bathroom or as a Guest Room), this beauty truly shines. Its handsome original wood floors, high ceilings, and fresh, inviting vibe create a happy home -- a resplendent residence that is wonderfully situated in a pet-friendly, doorman building (one of New York's oldest cooperatives) with a resident super. In 1904, George Pelham had a vision. This 6-Room winner is part of that vision, and is designed to impress. In 2011, you can have it all.