Looking for a versatile and spacious home? Welcome to 316 West 116th Street, Apartment 1D! This exceptional duplex offers over 1,800 square feet of interior space and boasts two private outdoor areas, totaling well over 500 square feet. The most noteworthy feature of this property is its flexible lower level, which includes two windowed rooms that can serve a variety of purposes, such as a bedroom or two, recreation room, home office, or project space. You can seamlessly move between the two floors using a traditional staircase, and there is also convenient access via an elevator and an external staircase to the lower level. The apartment has a central air system and a new boiler.

First Floor: Spanning approximately 900 square feet with 9'7" ceilings, the main level comprises a spacious living room and dining area, a generously sized kitchen, a powder room, and a primary bedroom with an ensuite bath and a walk-in closet. The large windows provide views of a charming courtyard, creating a serene European ambiance.

Lower Floor: This level features two rooms, with the smaller one offering bedroom potential (complete with windows), while the larger space is a blank canvas that is functional as-is or ready for your creative vision. With nearly 9-foot-high ceilings, the possibilities here are limitless. Additionally, you'll find a laundry room, a full bath, and access to both outdoor spaces, allowing for enjoyable barbecues.

Situated within a boutique elevator condominium consisting of just 14 apartments, this pet friendly property is conveniently located just half a block from South Harlem's renowned restaurant row on Frederick Douglass Boulevard (between 113th and 123rd Streets). Moreover, you'll have access to Morningside Park (check out the photos) just one block away and Central Park just six blocks away, offering nearly 1,000 acres of green space for outdoor recreation. The B/C subway station is located at the other end of the same block, with M3, M7, M10, and M116 bus stops nearby. The 2/3 express trains on 116th Street are a mere two blocks to the East. Plus, don't miss the vibrant farmer's market at 110th Street and Manhattan Avenue every Saturday.

To the West of this property lies the dynamic neighborhood of Morningside Heights, home to prestigious institutions like Columbia University and Barnard College. Notable landmarks such as the awe-inspiring Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Riverside Park, and Mount Sinai Morningside Hospital are also within easy reach.

This neighborhood offers not only a haven for nature enthusiasts but also a thriving food scene, featuring various grocery options, including the new Lincoln Market (121st Street) and Lidl market (118th Street). Local dining establishments like Melba's, Lido, Blvd Bistro, Harlem Tavern, Vinateria, Silvana (doubles as a live music venue), Vegan Hood, and many others provide diverse culinary experiences. Coffee seems to be flowing everywhere, be it at the local Starbucks or at one of the local intimate caf s. Bakeries range from the famous Levain around the corner, Des Ambassades Patisserie and the Lee Lee's Baked Goods, known for its gourmet Rugelach.

Additionally, the community is steeped in history, art, and architecture, boasting iconic landmarks and cultural organizations like the legendary Apollo Theater, The Studio Museum in Harlem and The Classical Theater of Harlem. Take in a local jazz concert at a local speakeasy-style nightclub or one of the many free outdoor performances during the summer at Marcus Garvey Park and at Central Park's Harlem Meer.

Note: While the lower level of this home has been used a a bedroom as it has a window and a walk-in closet, the condominium's offering plan documents the apartment a a one bedroom. Some of the images have been virtually staged including the living, primary bedroom and patio.