Grand and gracious, this wonderful simplex apartment benefits from an expansive and versatile layout as well as high-floor outlooks in four directions. The residence is light-filled and graced with wonderful proportions, beautiful hardwood floors, and very high ceilings. From a private elevator landing, a most impressive 30-foot Gallery opens to an exceedingly large and light-filled corner Living Room with a wood-burning fireplace and the added benefit of a corner alcove, ideal for a grand piano or an intimate seating arrangement, as well as outlooks in three directions. Adjacent, the splendid Dining Room offers lovely northern views over a double-width street. The Entertaining Rooms also include a handsome, well-proportioned, wood-paneled Library with a decorative fireplace and, at the opposite end of the Gallery, a south-facing, sun-filled Sitting Room with captivating cityscape outlooks. A Powder Room and coat closet are conveniently accessible. Beyond, a streamlined and modern white Kitchen, supported by a convenient pantry, is open to a generous Great Room with plenty of space for casual gatherings and dining. Nearby, there is a large Bedroom, a bathroom, and a Laundry Room.The private quarters include a very lovely Primary Bedroom Suite comprised of a large corner Bedroom with a gas fireplace and wonderfully bright eastern and southern outlooks, a nearby Sitting Room, two very ample walk-in closets, and two bathrooms. There are also three additional Bedrooms, two with ensuite bathrooms. One of these, currently configured as a Office, is extremely generously proportioned, has a wood burning fireplace, and wraps the southwest corner of the building, offering marvelous views above the city. Nearby, there is a room that provides very convenient storage.Built in 1928 by renowned architect Francis Burrell Hoffman, 136 East 79th Street is a full-service, white-glove cooperative with a 24-hour doorman and a resident manager. The building's amenities include bicycle and wine storage, a private fitness center, and a lovely landscaped garden on the ground floor. The apartment has two very large storage bins that transfer with the sale. Perfectly located in the very heart of the Upper East Side, this wonderful residence is convenient to many of the city's best schools, museums, restaurants and shops and to the idyllic pleasures of Central Park.
Sun-flooded dream penthouse situated at the top of one of Park Avenue's most coveted cooperatives. The sprawling 2 bedroom (convertible 3) apartment features four exposures with unobstructed Manhattan skyline views, beautifully planted wraparound terrace with irrigation system, enclosed sun room, library with a wet bar, chef's state-of-the-art kitchen, formal dining room, pantry with full size wine cooler, private keyed-elevator, multi-zone central air conditioning, unique mahogany doors, oak hardwood floors, two wood burning fireplaces, laundry room, and generous closet space. The graceful layout provides an easy flow into each room with ultra-high ceilings and charming prewar details. The apartment is perfect for entertaining on a grand scale. 875 Park Avenue offers first-class services including a full-time doorman and a live-in superintendent, fitness center, central laundry, bike room, and private storage. Pets are permitted. Pied-a-terres are permitted.
Terraced Penthouse 3 Bedroom Pre-War Triplex Welcome to Penthouse F, townhouse living in the sky, in a full service building, with river views throughout. The entry floor welcomes you to this wonderful home and contains 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and 3 walk in closets. The second floor is the heart of the home. Upon entering the spacious sunken living room, with a fireplace, you are struck by the dramatic river and city views seen through a wall of oversized windows. Enjoy abundant sunshine during the day and beautiful city lights at night. This wonderful view is enhanced by soaring ceilings. The dining room is adjacent to the living room and comfortably seats 12, making the second floor perfect for grand scale entertaining and modern day living. The eat-in kitchen has a skylight and plenty of counter and cabinet space. The powder room is ideally positioned on this floor. The primary bedroom is on the third floor and is an urban oasis, with a private terrace and stunning river and city views, lending itself perfectly as an escape to the hustle and bustle of the city. Completing the primary suite is a massive walk in closet and an en-suite bath. This home has many fine details, too numerous to list and include, high ceilings, washer and dryer, abundant closet space, and air conditioning. 2 East End Avenue is a full-service co-op with a friendly and attentive staff, including a resident manager. Other amenities include a gym and bike room. Pets are welcome and 60% financing is allowed. Carl Shurz Park is at your doorstep and is NYC's best kept secret. This park is complete with an enormous playground, basketball courts, dog runs and a promenade to enjoy walks or runs along the river. East End Avenue is the jewel of the Upper East Side. Close proximity to the FDR, Asphalt Green, the city's best restaurants, museums, shopping, transportation, schools, and the serenity of East End Avenue, makes 2 East End Avenue the perfect place to call home! There is a $630.56 per month assessment ending May 2024
53 East 77th Street has gone through many permutations as a single-family mansion, Funk and Wagnall's library, Cello restaurant, a recording studio, and currently is used to market museum-quality furniture. The building has great bones and proportions with windows on the north, south, and west. Phenomenal location, as its right off Madison Avenue across from The Carlyle and The Mark Hotel. The property is commercially zoned and ideal for an art gallery, school, private club, office, diplomatic residence, institution, and retail mixed building with residential space above office/commercial floors. A buyer could convert this 14,500 sq ft+ building into a grand mansion. Co-Exclusive.