Welcome Home to this Beautiful Condo and Modern Lifestyle in East Harlem! This airy one-bedroom residence with its open layout and designer finishes is part of an eight-story boutique building with just 28 units and terrific lifestyle amenities. You’ll even have your own private balcony! An elegant lobby, a state-of-the-art gym facility, a shared rooftop and a zen-inspired common backyard garden with bicycles storage. This sweet and tranquil backyard is such a sanctuary from the outside world. Designed by New York architect Steven Kratchman with interiors by celebrated Canadian firm Jalbert Architects, Aura is a cubist-inspired structure with an enviable location just a few blocks from the Harlem River. You’ll enter into a sunny main living area with beautiful hardwood floors and oversized windows. The kitchen offers a stunning display of chic minimalism, tucking into a corner and boasting quartz counters, a prep/dining bar with waterfall edges, stainless steel appliances, and hanging pendant lights. Bring morning coffee, evening libations, or meals out to the terrace. All residences boast private outdoor balconies. Entertain in style from the smartly designed open and spacious kitchen. The beauty is in the details -lustrous quartz countertops and fine wood custom-made cabinetry lends sophisticated polish and warmth. Stainless steel appliances are as chic as they are functional, the dishwasher comes in very handy! Aura's bathroom is very modern and soothing, chic designer bathroom features a floating through sink, bathtub and shower combo, and custom espresso-hued cabinetry. Bosch Washer and Dryer tucked away in a convenient space is seamlessly positioned near the bathroom. Spacious open concept living/dining area gets plenty of sunlight with southern exposure. Wooden floor throughout the condo. The generous size of bedroom is filled with natural light from wraparound windows on two sides, and there’s plenty of closet space as well. You’ll also have the comfort and convenience of central heat and AC, video intercom. Residents at Aura enjoy a highly stylish lobby, a state-of-the-art fitness center with cardio, strength training, and yoga equipment, a rooftop deck, a bike room, and a huge back patio with planter landscaping. The pet-friendly building is close to Thomas Jefferson Park with its pool and dog run, the East River Esplanade, bakeries, bars, restaurants, indie shops, and the 6 train. Just a short distance to the Central Park and to the Museum Mile with all the history, culture, and arts New York City has to offer. Plenty of markets, shops and restaurants. Here is a bonus, the Original Patsy's Pizzeria and the one and only Rao's are all nearby!!! The large shopping complex, East River Plaza is a few blocks away.