Overview
Facing Austin Street and full of pre-war details, this one-bedroom home offers a king-size bedroom, a large living room with space for formal dining, a windowed kitchen, and a windowed bathroom. The bright north-facing bedroom has two large closets and offers a plethora of space for home office use. The adjacent three-fixture bath offers an en-suite experience. Architectural details abound with arched doorways, original crown moldings, and high ceilings throughout the home and there is a large closet near the entry. Enjoy modern convenience in the updated kitchen which includes marble countertops, extensive cabinet storage, and full-size appliances including a dishwasher. The oversized living room offers significant space, various layouts, and a pass-through from the kitchen to the living room makes formal dining and entertaining easy. Located in the heart of Forest Hills, 76-66 Austin Street is situated on a quiet, picturesque treelined block and close to the dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Directly next door is the children’s playground at Ehrenreich-Austin Park and its neighboring ball courts for all ages. Nearby are year-round concerts, sporting activities, and an Olympic-size swimming pool at the Westside Tennis Club. Explore the natural settings of Queens through the hiking trails at Forest Park. Other nearby attractions include the Queens Zoo and Botanical Garden, New York Hall of Science, Westinghouse Time Capsules, Fountain of the Planets, Queens Theatre, Fantasy Forest Amusement Park, the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, and Forest Hills Stadium. There is easy access to the E/F subway lines, local and express buses, and the nearby Long Island Rail Road for a swift commute in and out of Manhattan and Long Island. The Thomas Edison Cooperative is comprised of two elevators, a live-in super, laundry facilities, rental storage units, a fitness center, free bike storage, and a common garden. Unlimited subletting is permitted with board approval following two years of ownership. No dogs are permitted. No flip tax.