Welcome to The Fitzgerald at 257 West 117th Street, one of the most sought after buildings in West Harlem. This fabulous duplex features 2,011sf of living space and a private rear garden, making it an ideal urban oasis for sophisticated and spacious city living. Newly gut renovated in 2008, this apartment is appointed with lovely finishes, with additional renovation added. With soaring 12' ceilings to the gorgeous hardwood floors, this unit is lovely from top to bottom. Features include contemporary kitchen with a Bosch oven & range, Liebherr Premium refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and gorgeous quartz countertops, as well as private Bosch washer/dryer complete in its own laundry room. All lighting has been updated with beautiful recessed light fixtures all on dimmer switches, and the unit has central AC with separate controls for each level. Move-in ready, with a versatile floorplan to allow the downstairs recreation space to easily be converted into two extra bedrooms, with room to spare.Gorgeous building on a lovely tree lined street, a welcoming attended lobby and a friendly staff make The Fitzgerald a wonderful place to call home. J-51 15-year tax abatement in place with currently no tax payments monthly. Located in the burgeoning West Harlem corridor of Frederick Douglass Blvd, in the heart of all the wonderful restaurants & amenities of the area, including Best Yet Market, Rite Aid, and new restaurants such as Lido, 5 and Diamond, Jado Sushi, Levain Bakery, Harlem Tavern, and much more. The neighboring unit #1G is also for sale, expanding the possibility of creating an ultimate dream home- a 4,000sf two story apartment, completely unparalleled in the Harlem market. Combine these two units and add an additional master bedroom or two, and still have the entire lower level to create more living space, a recording studio, gaming room, or wine cellar. The options here are endless! A great opportunity for seeking a good amount of space in a neighborhood full of conveniences & just a block from two train lines.