A Chelsea two-bedroom for under $1 million with lots of prewar charm

If you're a fan of both prewar charm and Chelsea (we really can't blame you on either front), you may want to check out this two-bedroom, one-bath co-op located in a walk-up on West 22nd Street.

Both bedrooms have charming exposed brick walls, and the second bedroom has a rather large window (the master has two).The master bedroom faces south, according to the listing, so sunlight exposure should be good.

The bedrooms are on opposite sides of the apartment, according to the floorplan, which can be helpful when it comes to privacy.

And if you look closely at the living room photo, too, you'll see a built-in bookshelf in the hallway.

The separate kitchen (pictured below) has new cabinetry and stainless appliances, including a small dishwasher and a suburban-style fridge with freezer drawers. 

The overhead fan in the second bedroom is a nice touch, though whether that means foregoing a window air-conditioner depends on your tolerance for summer heat.

The apartment is in a five-story that is pet-friendly, and allows sublets, co-purchases, and pied a terres. Assuming you're okay with some sort of stair climbing, this apartment could be just right for a small family or a couple (or a single buyer who needs an office) looking for a place right in the heart of one of Manhattan's most bustling neighborhoods.

There's storage in the basement, too, and the monthly maintenace is $1,239 (with 20 percent down, you're looking at a monthly expense of just under $4,900).