Two Fifty West 81st is an iconic, stately building that draws inspiration from the Upper West Side’s elegant pre-war apartment buildings. Its elegant and classical silhouette is further enhanced by details like decorative window openings, limestone finishes, handmade brick, and articulated frieze details.
Each residence was carefully considered and thoughtfully designed. Layouts and window placements perfectly frame the soaring Manhattan Skyline. Great rooms feature elevated ceilings, oversized windows, and hand-laid oak flooring, all which emphasize their overall sense of space. The kitchens showcase an extraordinary collaboration between Robert A.M. Stern Architects and Smallbone of Devizes, England’s most respected bespoke cabinet maker. Master bathrooms even boast custom marble-topped vanities, polished nickel finishes, radiant heated floors, rain showers, and separate soaking tubs. Pair these impeccable details with an abundance of natural light, and you’ll begin to understand the beauty of life at Two Fifty West 81st.
Where Two Fifty West 81st really shines, however, are in its amenities. The multi-purpose Sports Court is ideal for informal entertaining. The Children’s Playroom contains a colorful “imagination forest.” The Fitness Center is outfitted with Technogym and Peloton equipment, and even features a special Golf Simulator Room for perfecting your swing. The Music Recording and Practice Studio includes a selection of state-of-the-art instruments, a mixing board, and a sound booth. The Library Lounge is a sophisticated retreat that boasts a curated book selection and a charming terrace space. Or, enjoy open-air dining on the building’s rooftop Sky Terrace. No matter your interests, there is a space within Two Fifty West 81st that will appeal to your sensibilities.
Located at the geographical center of the Upper West Side, Two Fifty West 81st offers immediate access to the best transportation, education, shopping, and dining destinations New York City has to offer. Its picturesque, tree-lined street connects Central Park to Riverside Park along the Hudson River, making this building one of the most desirable in all of Manhattan.
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