4445 Post Rd

An eight-story prewar cooperative completed in 1937, this Art Deco residential building sits on the northern edge of Riverdale near Van Cortlandt Park and the Fieldston historic district. The exterior preserves period massing and modest ornament; inside, a restored Art Deco lobby with murals and a working elevator set the tone for the vintage common areas. Apartments are studios through two-bedroom plans, many retaining original prewar details such as arched doorways, inlaid and herringbone hardwood floors, crown moldings, wrought-iron railings and high ceilings. Individual units commonly feature foyer or gallery entries, windowed kitchens and bathrooms, granite counters or renovated galley kitchens, and occasional private outdoor spaces. Building services and conveniences include a live-in superintendent, on-site laundry, bike storage, rentable storage rooms, a residents’ patio/garden and rooftop with solar panels. Transit access is immediate via the 1 train at W 242nd Street and nearby express buses; neighborhood assets include Van Cortlandt Park’s trails, golf and equestrian facilities, plus nearby shops, restaurants and Manhattan College. The cooperative allows pets (size limits apply on some listings), moderate financing options, and generally low maintenance structures that include heat and hot water.