Welcome home to Apartment 3D at 490 West End Avenue - a true three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence in a classic Upper West Side prewar full service building.
Upon entry, you're immediately struck by soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and beautifully preserved original details that set the tone for the entire home. A gracious, oversized foyer flows seamlessly into a proper living room anchored by a decorative fireplace and framed by elegant picture molding - the kind of space that feels both grand and inviting.
Through original French doors, a formal dining room offers the perfect setting to host, comfortably accommodating a table for eight.
The eat-in kitchen is accessed through a charming original wood-paneled door complete with a porthole window - a rare and delightful prewar touch. Inside, you'll find full-size stainless steel appliances including a Frigidaire four-burner gas range, Frigidaire refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and LG stacked washer/ and vented dryer. The space blends function with character, featuring marble countertops, a peninsula, floating sink, display shelving, and an original built-in dining hutch. There's also room for casual dining for four, along with access to a bonus windowed full bathroom with clawfoot tub and an adjacent pantry or home office nook.
The bedroom wing is thoughtfully separated down a long hallway, creating a sense of privacy from the entertaining spaces. The primary suite enjoys bright southern exposure and features an en-suite full bath. The second bedroom is generously sized with two large closets and excellent natural light, while the third bedroom benefits from dual exposures. These bedrooms share a windowed full bathroom with a classic pedestal sink and tub/shower combination.
Additional features include hardwood floors throughout, approximately 10-foot ceilings, wood-framed windows, and pin-drop quiet interiors. The flexible layout offers multiple configuration options, making it easy to tailor the space to your needs.
490 West End Avenue is a distinguished, Italian Renaissance palazzo-style building located at the northeast corner of West End Avenue and 83rd Street. Residents enjoy a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, fitness room, bike storage, private storage, and a beautifully designed double-height lobby, along with access to a shared garden.
Pets are welcome. Subletting is permitted with board approval. Up to 75% financing allowed
Easy access to the 1/2/3/B/C trains.
The Neighborhood:
Perfectly positioned on the Upper West Side, this home places you moments from the natural beauty of Riverside Park and Central Park, as well as world-class performances at Lincoln Center. The neighborhood is also renowned for its vibrant dining scene, including beloved institutions like Barney Greengrass, classic Upper West Side favorites such as Jacob's Pickles and Cafe Luxembourg, and the lively stretch of restaurants, cafés, and markets along Broadway. With cultural institutions, museum's, charming neighborhood shops, and some of Manhattan's best parks just outside your door, the Upper West Side offers a timeless blend of energy, convenience, and classic New York character.
