Imagine living in an urban chic, 2-bedroom top floor condo in the heart downtown Cuenca, that is a quiet oasis in an award-winning designer building. Dream no more. This 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo, located in the favored Casa de Nogal building, is light and bright, with an open concept living plan, a Soho loft-like feel, brick accent walls, a large kitchen with a a unique and stunning space saving, custom made glass bar on wheels that can be used as a dining table, glass backsplashes, and overhead fans in both the living room and the primary, en-suite bedroom. 

The living room is flooded with light and fresh air from the floor to ceiling windows that look out into the complex and its gardens. Throughout the building is stunning stonework, lush plantings, and a spectacular common rooftop with ever-changing city, mountain and river views, as well as a Pergula with a seating area, and an herb garden to share with all the chefs and want-to-be cooks on the property.

The open concept apartment is one of the few, North American standard, modern downtown condos currently on the market in El Centro. Thanks to its centralized location, in the historic district, this condo is also perfect as an investment, rental property or Airbnb. 

The primary bedroom is en-suite and a second bathroom serves as the guest bath and social bath. In between the two bedrooms, adjacent to the kitchen, is a desk nook with shelving, ideal for using your computer, cell phone stations, and showcasing your favorite books.

A laundry room is hidden behind a closet near the kitchen and houses a full-size washer and dryer. The apartment is wired for an intercom, Cable TV, and Fiber Optic Internet. The building has centralized gas, so no need for large tanks taking up space in the apartment. An empty conduit has been run to both the kitchen and the laundry closet so that 220 volt power could be easily added if you wanted to.  The condo also comes with a bodega/storage unit. There is no parking in this building, but public parking lots are just blocks away and monthly rentals are possible. This is a pet friendly building, and there's no better place to take your canine friend for a walk than along the beautiful river path.

The apartment is fully furnished, and comes with appliances including an oven, range top, vent hood, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, and washer, and dryer. Living room furniture, the custom-made bar/dining table, beds, side tables, and storage cabinets are all part of the sale. A few dishes, pots and pans, glasses and linens will be included to get you started in your new Cuenca life.

As a bonus, the administrator of the home association speaks fluent English, so communication and help settling in will be a breeze.

This offering is located in one of the most exclusive developments in Cuenca’s Old Town, built by the famed development team, ISAM. Their projects have been featured in various publications including The New York Times, The Financial Times of London, INHAUS, Revisita Habitar, Construcción & Diseño, Casas, RQ, and the book “1000 x Architecture of the Americas.”

The building is located between the famous street, Calle Larga, and Cuenca’s stunning Tomebamba River. Calle Larga has countless restaurants, excellent hotels, historical ruins, beautifully restored early 20th century mansions, antique shops, artist workshops, traditional bakeries, and cloisters. A colorful, indigenous Mercardo -- where you can purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and meats at an unbelievable price  – is just a 1/2 block away. Across the river, and an easy 10-minute walk through the lovely Parque de la Madre park, and you'll find the Cuenca's largest supermarket chain, Supermaxi and two of Cuenca's best hospitals, as well as additional top eateries and stores.

Entry to the building is both on Calle Large and from a direct staircase on El Barranco – the riverfront walkway and bike path – on the backside of the complex.

The asking price for this urban chic, 2-bedroom top floor condo in the heart downtown Cuenca is $185,000.