PICTURE THIS: If you are enchanted by a Parisian apartment experience, consider this lovely co-op in Manhattan, a two-bedroom duplex, located in a former historic Beaux-Art mansion. The handsome Renaissance Revival structure was designed by noted Gilded Age architect, C.P.H. Gilbert.

All the windows, including two very large bay-style windows, face onto leafy Riverside Park and the Hudson River.

The uber-light-filled apartment has gracious living and dining rooms, and a kitchen that includes a Liebherr refrigerator. The apartment features two full-bathrooms (one on each floor). The ceilings average 10-feet high.

The upper floor contains the bedrooms and a large storage space complete with washer/dryer, a rare amenity in a co-op apartment. The electricity in the apartment has been upgraded, and provides sufficient power for air conditioning units and more.

The primary bedroom size is significant, and can easily accommodate a king-size bed and couch, as well as other pieces of furniture. The second bedroom is a standard size. Again, all the rooms face Riverside Park!

The building offers large storage units for a nominal monthly fee of $25.00 per month.

I often hear laments from clients that many of the apartments they look at have blocked sight lines or views of brick walls. This apartment is clear of any exterior obstacles and has totally unobstructed views.

Although the apartment can use some updates, it is clearly a magical space, and can be transformed into a gem, and is sure to prove a solid investment.

The area is close to Columbia University. and mere blocks away is access to public transportation, including buses and the 1,2, and 3 subways lines. Nearby Broadway boasts an array of food markets, restaurants, wine stores, as well as bagel, coffee, and dessert shops.

Co-purchasing and gifting is permitted. Pets and pied-a-terre purchases will be reviewed by the board.