Bright and beautiful 2br 1ba (convertible 2ba) townhouse floor-through with private outdoor space on Central Park block.

Rent this lovely home complete with in-unit W/D, almost 10 foot ceilings, two wood-burning fireplaces, hardwood floors, exposed brick walls, through-the-wall A/C, and an updated kitchen and bathroom. The beautiful decked terrace off the living room is built to code and has southern treetop and brownstone garden views. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, with a new dishwasher and microwave, and a Crown water purification system. The bathroom boasts an extra deep soaking tub and marble floors and walls. In the south facing living room, you will find a wood-burning fireplace, restored wood window shutters, and custom built-in cabinetry and bookshelves. The floor-to-ceiling closets provide abundant storage space.

Only three flights up, enjoy your terraced private oasis, or walk half a block to Central Park for some tennis or running around the Reservoir. 36 W 96th Street is a friendly (only 4 other units in building), well-maintained townhouse with a beautifully planted common roof deck, bright hallways, and a marble staircase.

This premier Upper West Side location has great subway access with the B/C subway just down the street, and the express 2/3 subway on Broadway. Enjoy fantastic neighborhood restaurants and shopping at Columbus Square including Whole Foods, Home Goods, Target, Sephora, and Trader Joe's. Your choice of Time Warner or Fios.

No smoking allowed in the building. Sorry, no pets.