Isn't it time to start exerting your Independence! Be the first to enter this fixer-upper on the 9th floor with expansive southern views overlooking West Chelsea Historic District and beyond. The twinkling cityscape lights of New York City in the evening are sublime! If you lived here you will also experience the brilliant sunlight streaming in throughout the day.Do you have a vision of your next home? Can it be channeled through Architecture? How about a raw space where you can introduce your own signature style or brand? Now is the opportune time to create a serene Zen environment here in 405 West 23rd Street, Residence 9F. The existing pictures represent the space as is, however, the long term resident is vacating soon. We have introduced virtually staged photos that may provide inspiration for the renovation of this diamond in the rough.You'll go bananas over the original late circa 1920's steel entry door, door frames, radiator covers + window-sills just waiting to be brought back to their original luster. Under the multiple paint layers, you'll discover solid beech wood doors, original baseboards and 3 " solid oak-plank flooring. All pre war details that are accented by 9' +/- concrete beamed ceilings and casement style sound-insulating windows.What to do with a separate windowed galley kitchen waiting to be transformed into a practical and efficient space? How about introducing an abundance of cabinetry, stone top counters and breakfast bar.A fully subway tiled prewar bathroom w / extra-deep cast iron soaking tub, porcelain sink and medicine cabinet are signature features here in London Terrace Towers. The mosaic tile floor reminds one of an era-gone by.The sizable Great Room is just shy of 14' wide and can accommodate a separate Bed Alcove area, (to be created) full living room ensemble, dining and / work station. When one wishes to adjust the temperature, a under window, through-wall AC unit provides the ultimate cooling experience.The London Terrace Towers amenity package provides for use of; heat, hot water, gas, electric, submettered (w/ monthly credit) 1/2 Olympic size indoor heated pool, private locker facilities, steam rooms + saunas. Our 3K Sq. Ft state of the art fitness center welcomes you and your personal trainer. You may wish to utilize one of our in-house fitness instructors.Our residents enjoy a planted and teak furnished roof deck, (w/ shower) and jaw dropping views of Manhattan's most famous landmark buildings. The New Jersey skyline and Hudson River views are beyond amazing!You and your invited guests will always feel at ease when entering the 24 hour attended lobby with beautiful ceilings styled after a famous Palace in London. An indoor garage (not part of Co-op) is located on premises, (separate fee applies). Bike and storage lockers avail for monthly fee. Pets are welcome. Co-purchasing allowed, gifting allowed, Pied A Terre's allowed. Unlimited subleasing post 1 year ownership with Board approval. Co-op 2% Flip Tax paid 50/50 buyer/s and seller/s.