551 Main Street #208

Welcome to Roosevelt Island, the city’s best-kept secret, located just one subway stop from Midtown Manhattan! Residence 208 is a stunning duplex featuring 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, modern finishes and the most breath-taking water and city views!

This newly designed home is further elevated by oversized windows, crown moldings, and beautiful hardwood floors. Eastern and Western exposures flood the apartment with natural light, and a well-thought layout offers immense privacy from the neighbors. The oversized living area enjoys direct water and Manhattan views – the most coveted exposure in the building. The seamless integration with the kitchen and dining areas makes the space perfect for gatherings and entertainment. The chef’s kitchen comes fully equipped with stainless steel Viking appliances, custom cabinetry, and an abundance of storage. The breakfast bar offers a convenient space for a quick meal, while the adjoining dining area accommodates a large table for a more formal set up.

The bedroom wing is tucked away on the other side of the apartment, offering a separation between living and sleeping for added serenity. The primary bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed and features an en-suite marble bathroom with a stand up shower. The second bedroom easily accommodates a queen-size bed and is perfect for use as a bedroom, a spacious office or a guest room. The second full bathroom is located in the hallway for easy access and has a deep soaking tub. The apartment comes with a separate private storage cage for additional storage needs.

WASHER AND DRYER permitted with board approval. There is currently no hook up in the apartment; however, there is a laundry room on the floor steps away from the apartment. Please note there is an additional Tax Equivalency Payment of $364.42 / month.

This residence is part of the Island House complex, one of Roosevelt Island’s most prominent residential communities. Island House is a full-service luxury cooperative with an array of amenities for its residents, such as a f/t doorman, gym, bike room, central laundry, community and playroom. There is also a resident-only courtyard with grilling and lounging areas, an outdoor playground with a jungle gym and cross-training workout area, and a dog run. Residents also have access to the new state-of-the-art lap pool in the building next door, membership for which can be purchased separately. Pets under 45 lbs are welcome, and 80% financing is permitted.

Roosevelt Island is easily accessible by car, the F train (1 stop to Lex/63rd), the scenic Roosevelt Island Tram (4-minute ride to 2nd Ave / 60th St), the Astoria Ferry line with direct links to Wall Street, CitiBike (there is a large CitiBike station), and the Q102 bus. There is also the Red Bus, which is free and makes convenient stops throughout the island.

Roosevelt Island is famous for its beautiful promenade around the island with stunning views, landmarks such as the lighthouse, FDR Four Freedoms Park, and the Cherry Blossom Festival. Residents enjoy an abundance of parks and green spaces, a baseball and soccer field, tennis and basketball courts, playgrounds and recreational areas with BBQ grills, and a public swimming pool and gym. Furthermore, residents have access to Foodtown supermarket, well-stocked bodegas with international foods, Starbucks, Duane Reade, a post office, a public library, schools, and a number of restaurants and other local businesses. Every Saturday, there is a Farmer’s Market offering the freshest produce. The Motorgate parking garage is located at the entrance to the island for those with a car. Lastly, the newly developed Cornell Tech campus offers additional landscaped green spaces, cafes, The Graduate Hotel with the Anything At All restaurant, and the famous rooftop cocktail lounge, The Panorama Room.

Escape from the city’s hustle and bustle and call for a private tour of this incredible residence in one of the city’s most vibrant commuties.