245 East 50th Street, 9-A/B

A rare-to-find duplex in the heart of Turtle Bay. Ile Saint Louis is a small boutique building located on a very quiet stretch of 50th Street. Its 1980s design features unique bow-windows and terraces on each floor. This combination apartment boasts three bedrooms and three bathrooms. It's functional layout allows for the unit to be used as a very practical home office, with a separate entrance and reception area. It could also be split into two completely separate dwellings - an ideal solution for those parents that want to keep their children close to home, yet allowing them a certain independence.The lower level offers two separate entrances. One leads into the living room, with its majestic 20ft ceilings, veranda and terrace. The kitchen opens onto a counter making it a very enjoyable place for a quick meal or drinks with guests. The ample dining area, instead, can be used for formal receptions. The adjacent room, currently used as a tv den, can be converted into a comfortable bedroom with its private bathroom. The second entrance on this level opens onto an office space with a reception area, elegant veranda, full bathroom and kitchen.The upper level, with its own entrance, features a large corner bedroom equipped with a fireplace and an en-suite windowed bathroom. A spacious interior balcony overlooks the living area below. An elegant spiral staircase leads to the unit's private rooftop, equipped with a gazebo and covered space for storage and pantry area. The versatile layout offered by this apartment combined with the building's privacy make it a unique opportunity. Showings by appointment Mon-Fri, 12:30pm-2:00pm and week-ends. 48 hours notice. Assessment: $618.03.