This jewel box studio has been beautifully renovated into the perfect home, whether as your weekend pad, or your permanent respite from the chaos of Manhattan. While it is called the first floor, it is actually the second floor, 12 feet above the level of the courtyard.The common charges are a low, low $259/month, and the real estate taxes are a mere $542 monthly! THERE IS NO TAX ABATEMENT ON THIS APARTMENT! As you enter through the doorway, you step onto gorgeous 3 inch wide-plank maple flooring. The entire southern wall of the apartment has been transformed into a phenomenal cluster of custom-made drawers, shelves, and hanging closet. This allows for a fantastic amount of storage. There is a 40 inch LCD Hi-definition television, included with the apartment.The kitchen is a sight to see! It contains all stainless steel appliances, including a Miele dishwasher, Summit refrigerator and stove, and a GE Profile Convection Microwave/Venting Hood. There is a ton of storage in the custom-made cabinets. Beautiful and clean white Corian counter-tops create considerable space for cooking and prep work. Under-cabinet lighting gives you ideal conditions to make your feasts. The sink has a 5-filter Reverse Osmosis water purification system, giving you absolutely delicious water for drinking and cooking. The integrated Corian sink features a pull-out sprayer, soap dispenser, and a garbage disposal system. Opposite the sink is a long Corian counter, with even more storage, prep area, and the perfect place to eat all of your meals, with two stools for your guests to sit and sip wine while watching you cook!Think we're done? Not even close! How about a full-sized VENTED washer/dryer? That's right, INSIDE your studio apartment!The bathroom features a wonderful shower, complete with three jets to get all parts of your body squeaky clean! Relax in there after a long day out in the city.Lastly, a through-wall air-conditioner keeps you super cool on those sweltering summer nights.825 West End Avenue is a full-service, 24-hour doorman building. It features a live-in superintendent, glorious lobby, storage and bike room (wait-list). It is close to excellent dining, one block from Riverside Park, and convenient to all transportation.