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Featuring real estate articles and information to help real estate buyers and sellers. The Nest features writings from Georges Benoliel and other real estate professionals. Georges is the Co-Founder of NestApple and has been working as an active real estate investor for over a decade.

531 Main Street, Unit 718

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Welcome home to this beautifully renovated, approximately 1,650-square-foot three-bedroom, two-bath residence at Rivercross, where expansive living spaces, abundant eastern light, and timeless design come together to create an exceptional home.

A gracious entry foyer welcomes you with two oversized custom-outfitted closets, setting the tone for the generous proportions found throughout. The thoughtfully renovated kitchen is both elegant and functional, featuring granite countertops, custom tilework, natural stone flooring, a double Maytag oven, Samsung microwave, KitchenAid dishwasher, Whirlpool refrigerator, and a granite pass-through with a matching ledge that seamlessly connects to the dining areaperfect for entertaining.

The expansive living room is enhanced by custom built-in cabinetry and opens onto your private terrace, where southeast-facing views capture the iconic 59th Street Queensboro Bridge and one of Roosevelt Island’s beautifully landscaped parks, offering a peaceful backdrop to everyday living.

The spacious primary suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a custom-outfitted walk-in closet, built-in shelving with an integrated desk, and a beautifully renovated en-suite bath featuring marble countertops and a glass-enclosed shower. The second bedroom enjoys tranquil park views, while the oversized third bedroom, conveniently located off the living room, provides exceptional flexibility as a guest suite, home office, media room, or den. The second bathroom is accessed off the hallway also enjoys marble countertops and a glass enclosed shower.

Additional highlights include beautiful hardwood floors throughout, custom-outfitted closets, and individually controlled thermostats for year-round comfort.

Rivercross is Roosevelt Island’s premier full-service cooperative, renowned for its well-management, beautifully maintained and perfectly located. Residents enjoy a full-time doorman, concierge, and live-in superintendent, along with an outstanding collection of resort-style amenities. These include a recently renovated two-level state-of-the-art fitness center, a 60′ 30′ indoor swimming pool beneath a dramatic glass atrium, sundeck, saunas, community room, children’s playroom, landscaped courtyard, bicycle storage, and laundry facilities.
Monthly maintenance including electricity, gas, heat, air conditioning, hot water, and real estate taxes. The building permits pied–terres, co-purchasing, and financing of up to 80%. Cats are welcome; dogs are not permitted.

Rivercross offers more than a residenceit offers an exceptional lifestyle. Enjoy the serenity of tree-lined promenades, waterfront parks, and breathtaking Manhattan skyline views, all while being just minutes from Midtown. Roosevelt Island’s most celebrated destinationsincluding Cornell Tech, Southpoint Park, Lighthouse Park, and Louis Kahn’s Four Freedoms Parkare moments from your door, creating a unique balance of nature, culture, and urban convenience.



Written By: Georges Benoliel

Georges has been working in Wall Street for the last 16 years trading derivatives with hedge funds. He has been an active real estate investor for over a decade. Georges graduated from HEC Business School in Paris and holds a master in Finance from ESADE Barcelona.

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