Sold and closed .New 4.5-room true 2-bedroom 1 windowed-bath apartment in a very desirable, pet-friendly building. This corner unit is very bright, with natural light throughout the day, and is in excellent condition. It has been recently painted and has hardwood floors and new windows throughout. The spacious windowed kitchen has been updated with a Kitchen-Aid double-oven range, counter-depth refrigerator, and ultra-quiet dishwasher; a range hood; adjustable under-cabinet LED lighting; and Armstrong flooring. The primary bedroom can accommodate a king-size bed and has two large double closets. The secondary bedroom, which can also serve as a comfortable home office, is a good size and has two windows.
The Balfour in Forest Hills is a well-managed and well-maintained full-service co-op with 24-hour doorman service and a live-in superintendent. It features brand-new elevators, a lovely lobby area, and a beautifully landscaped private garden and patio. There is a package room and the building has Building-link to alert shareholders of packages.Pets under 40 pounds are welcome, and a private dog-run area has been recently added. The building has an indoor garage and private storage units on a wait list as well as bicycle storage. The three laundry rooms have been recently renovated and outfitted with brand-new machines. Recent improvements include a redecorated lobby and hallways, state-of-the-art gym with Wi-Fi, resurfaced roof, and extensive waterproofing. The building is Verizon Fios, Spectrum, and RCN ready. The Forest Hills neighborhood offers some of the best shopping and restaurants on Austin Street as well as a highly rated school district. Close to all: 1/2 block to Queens Boulevard and E and F express stop subway, less than 30 minutes to midtown Manhattan, and Q-60 bus to Manhattan; R and M subways and LIRR.