BEST VALUE!! Spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom plus BONUS room co-op apartment, Welcome to your new home at 242 W 104th St, a charming co-op in the heart of Manhattan's vibrant Upper West Side. This low-rise building perfectly blends classic architectural elegance with modern convenience. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and plenty of closet space! Bring your vision, add a little TLC, and make it your own special home! The Leola is a pre-war, pet-friendly elevator building with below-market maintenance. The lobby was recently renovated. Gift purchases, co-purchasing, guarantors, and pied-a-terres are all allowed. Subletting is permissible after one year. A washer/dryer can be installed in the apartment (with board approval). The basement houses storage, a bike room, and a lending library. A shared patio off the back of the building is perfect for summer barbecues or relaxing evenings after work. The 104th Street Association provides private block security and hosts an annual neighborhood block party. Riverside Park and Central Park Columbia University are nearby. The 1 train is around the corner, and the express 2/3 trains are a few blocks south. You can enjoy pizza at Mama s Too or a bakery treat at Silver Moon. Other notable establishments in the area include Trader Joe s, Whole Foods Market, Equinox, NY Sports Club, and Soul Cycle.