Nice, newly renovated one bedroom home in Turtle Bay. Living Room is warmly appointed, with wide wood plank floors and textured built-in bookshelves and cabinets, which were installed as part of the renovation. High Ceilings project a nice feeling of space, especially for a one bedroom home. The bedroom is large, and also sports new floors. The newly renovated kitchen is bright, with polished granite countertops white cabinets and tiled backsplash; it has new stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave. The New bathroom is bright, with wall to wall white subway tiles. There is a good amount of closet space, including a walk-in closet in the entryway, and a very wide closet in the bedroom. <br> <br> 342 East 53rd St. is a boutique co-op with 50 residences. Its special amenity is the courtyard: it extends the entire length of the building, and has a number of different and large areas, where you can read, relax alone or with friends, and even barbecue! The building has bike storage, a live-in super and a laundry room, which is on the same floor as the apartment. If you want your own washer and dryer they are allowed in individual units, with board approval. This co-op is pet friendly. Pieds-a terre, co-purchasing, gifting and guarantors are allowed, as is subletting. And there is NO flip tax.<br> <br> 342 East 53rd St is in a prime location in the heart of Turtle Bay. It's centrally located, near restaurants, night spots and shopping, including Whole Foods and Trader Joe's. The Constance Baker Motley Recreation Center and its indoor pool are just around the corner. Close to the United Nations and conveniently located near public transportation, including the 6, E and M trains, as well as the 57th Street crosstown bus. <br> <br> <br> <br> <br> <br>