New York Apartment - 1 Bedroom Rental in Hamilton Heights, Uptown (NY-15778)

This one bedroom apartment for rent is located on West 135th Street & Broadway in Harlem, New York City. It sits on the first floor (considered the ground floor in Europe) of a seven-story 21st century elevator building. Included in this apartment are a private front porch area and shared terrace, as well as a private washer and dryer. For privacy assurance and convenient guest entry, a buzzer/intercom system is in place.

Boasting fully-furnished rooms and eclectic décor, this lively one-bedroom living space mimics the animated Harlem community outside. The living room is bright with color, featuring two chairs and one small sofa atop a wooden floor. Decorative plates hang on the wall and add personality to the well-stocked room. Here, a glass dining table with two chairs accommodates meal and work space. A double window with curtains allow for light, and a small chandelier hangs from the ceiling for additional illumination.

The light blue bedroom provides a full-sized bed with fresh sheets. Here you will find extra closet space and dresser drawers for item storage, a desk for workload completion, and a chair for additional seating. One ample window with curtains allow for ventilation and natural lighting. Set atop the dresser is a flat-screen television with VCR and DVD player, available for your viewing pleasure.

Next to the bedroom is a full, tiled bathroom. Supplied here are a mirror, tub with shower, and fresh towels. The separate kitchen is nearest the living room and includes most necessary cooking appliances. Here you will find a washer & dryer for clothes, and a dining table for two. Kitchen equipment includes an oven, small fridge, microwave, French press coffeemaker and toaster.

Please note: The owner's apartment is situated below this one bedroom unit, and connect via a stairwell. However there is a locked door blocking the stairs for privacy.

Harlem, Manhattan is an energetic and historic neighborhood of New York. Here there are plenty of sights to see and attractions to discover in this part of the area, in the 130s close to the Hudson River. Listed below are just a few ideas of where to go during your stay:

• Riverbank Park: This serene environment offers a great place to exercise or relax, as well as having a playground and large fields for sports. Starts about 0.5mi/800m west of the apartment.
•  Apollo Theater: This theater on West 125th Street still offers “amateur night”, a tradition that has catapulted to fame such legends as James Brown, Ella Fitzgerald and Aretha Franklin. 0.9mi/1.4km. Accessible via foot or bus.
• The Hispanic Society of America Museum & Library: This museum focuses on Hispanic culture and art. Two stops north on the 1 train.
• Studio Museum in Harlem: This museum focuses on contemporary art by African, African-American, and Caribbean artists. Found about a mile (approx 1.6 km) away on 125th Street and 7th Avenue.
• Abyssinian Baptist Church: This was the first African-American Baptist church in New York State. Legendary pastors such as civil rights leader Adam Clayton Powell Jr. once spoke here. Found about 6 blocks east (approx 1.1 km).
• Columbia University: Walk through the beautiful campus and sit on the large steps of the grand library. Campus is open to the public. 1mi/1.7km. Accessible via foot or 2 stops south on the 1 train.
• Dinosaur BBQ: Enjoy barbecue food at this popular restaurant. 0.5mi/850m. Accessible via foot.
• Duane Reade: Shop for pharmaceutical and basic household needs here on the 125th Street thoroughfare. 0.4mi/600m. Accessible via foot.

For public transportation around Manhattan and into other New York City boroughs:

• The nearest subway station is at 137th Street and Broadway and offers the 1 line, which makes local stops along Manhattan's west side, less than 1/4 of a mile (about 400m) from the apartment.
• Cross Saint Nicholas Park to reach this station at 135 Street and Saint Nicholas Avenue: Offering the B and C lines. 0.4mi/650m.