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Sunny Urban Oasis: 2BR+2Office+Flex (Patio & Utilities Incl., Parking $250)

New York, New York, United States
Rates from USD $5600 | Monthly

Apartment or Condo | Entire Home | House Sitting Requested
Available Dates:
From August 8, 2026 until January 8, 2027
Additional Dates:
From August 8, 2026 until May 31, 2027
From January 20, 2027 until May 31, 2027

Description

This fully furnished unit in historic Marble Hill provides a combination of a quiet neighborhood feel and urban hustle and bustle. As you approach the free-standing house, you hear birds and see sky, yet you are only 3 blocks from Broadway and all that city life has to offer. Public transit is a 6-minute walk and commuting to many campuses, museums, and hospitals via the 1 train, commuter rail, express buses, and bike trail offers flexibility and all within 20-60 minutes. The unit has 17 windows facing all directions providing cross breeze and lots of sun, and there are plenty of places to relax, read, and work including a large living room. There is a breakfast nook connected to the kitchen while the expandable dining table in the living room offers another dining option. The unit has old world charm yet upgraded to be sustainable with insulation, energy efficient windows and HVAC in addition to radiator heat and solar panels. This is a furnished unit on the upper two levels of a two-family home. The unit has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, 1 office, living room, dining room, kitchen fully furnished. There are also two rooms with dresser and desk in each allowing for flexible use as an office, meditation, exercise or additional bedroom (please indicate use and we can work together on making it comfortable) . This is a nature oasis in the midst of the city. The house sits on the top of Marble Hill with views of the sky, and a 500 square foot patio/garden. The house was built in 1925 and has old world charm with 9-foot ceilings, crown molding, fireplace mantle, built-in bookshelves and cabinets. Laundry is in the basement along with an additional half bath and there is a indoor back stairway to the patio and basement with a separate entrance. There is a gas grill, plenty of outdoor service ware, a sink and small fridge in the basement making entertaining easy. Nestled between Riverdale and Inwood, Marble Hill is a diverse residential neighborhood with everything to offer in terms of amenities. SuperTarget, Aldis, Starbucks, Planet Fitness/PurGym and many grocery stores 5-10 min walk away. Hospital 15 min walk. Farmers Market 20 min on Saturday in Inwood Park. CityBike station located 2 blocks away. You can walk north up Riverdale Avenue for restaurants and cultural centers, Broadway for Latin American fare, or south to frequent the restaurants and cafes in Inwood. Parking available in the driveway for an additional $250/month. See link below for additional photos. Happy to do a video walk through and address any questions. Rental rate and terms negotiable. Renters Insurance with liability mandatory.

Bedrooms
3

Bathrooms
1

Offices
2

Size
1,270 ft2

Suited For
4

Property Type
Apartment or Condo

Availability

From August 8, 2026 until January 8, 2027

Additional Dates

From August 8, 2026 until May 31, 2027

From January 20, 2027 until May 31, 2027

Minimum Stay

3 Months | Dates are flexible for this listing

Comments: Flexible with move in , move out dates & duration.

Location

Apartment or Condo in New York, New York, United States

Closest University

Columbia University

Nearby Universities
Parsons School of Design | The New School | The New School | Fashion Institute of Technology | Lehman College, CUNY | Hunter College | Fordham University | Sarah Lawrence College | Manhattan University | New York University | CUNY School of Professional Studies | CUNY SPS
Neighborhood

Marble Hill

Nearby Cities

Greenwich | Yonkers | New York | Fort Lee

Comments: Transit times: 20-min walk to Manhattan College & via train 15 -30 min to Columbia University campuses, 20 min to midtown, 45 mins to NYU, 60 min to Sarah Lawrence College).

Explore the Area

Surroundings

  • Off Campus
  • Walk to Campus
  • Bike to Campus
  • Urban
  • Historic Home
  • Near Park
  • Near Restaurants
  • Near Neighborhood School
  • Near Shops
  • Near Public Transportation

Rental Rates and Terms

Rates from USD $5600 Monthly | Negotiable

Utilities are included

A cleaning service is included

Comments: Deposit ($5600) on booking. Internet included; utilities up to $5000/year included). Recycling & composting mandatory. Landlord will coordinate and cover cost/frequency of cleaning as needed; at least 1x/mo. Renters insurance mandatory.

Considerations

The home is suitable for young kids

Pets are not allowed

Smoking is not allowed

A car is not available

Comments: There are several daycare and primary and secondary schools nearby, YMCA Riverdale, Inwood ecology center, Wave Hill, NYBG & Bronx Zoo nearby. 13 wood stairs between 2nd and 3rd floor (two floor unit). Note: 20 stone stairs from sidewalk to entry.

House Sitting

I am looking for help while I am away

I would like help with mail and deliveries

I will continue to have mail delivered and I will pick up from basement at least once a month- ask that you set it aside.

I would like help with plants or garden

Garden watering shared with tenants in other unit. Deadheading flowering plants appreciated. Weeding appreciated. I will take care of seasonal tasks such as mulch, clearing leaves, and general tending of the garden. .

Comments: Recycling, compost pick up from bins moved from back patio to sidewalk 1x/wk, trash 3x/wk. Snow shoveling/salting will be taken care of, however for big storms or unexpected storms early morning assistance appreciated- steps/front sidewalk.

Features

Interior

Furnished

Connectivity

Wi-Fi

TV

Printer

Exterior

Garden

Dedicated Parking

Backyard

Accessibility

Stairs

Temperature Control

Air Conditioning

Appliances

Oven

Stove

Microwave

Refrigerator

Washer

Dryer

Comments: SuperTarget, Aldis, Starbucks, Planet Fitness/Crunch and many grocery stores 5-10 min walk away. Hospital 15 min walk. Farmers Market 20 min on Saturday in Inwood Park. CityBike station located 2 blocks. Parking option + $250/mo. 20 min car to LGA

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