1150 Fifth Ave, 9-B

With breathtaking views of Central Park, the reservoir, and the iconic New York skyline, this prewar J.E.R. Carpenter designed classic nine-room corner co-operative offers both exquisite public and private living quarters. There are three bedrooms and three and a half renovated bathrooms. Centered around a grand 20-foot long entrance gallery, there is a seamless flow between the entertainment spaces. The grand living room faces west with two huge windows showcasing picturesque views of Central Park high above the tree-line and a wood burning fireplace. This room is also adorned with architectural designed coffered ceilings and features custom art lighting. Through beautifully finished mahogany pocket doors is a corner library with three oversized windows facing west and south with views of the park and the reservoir as well as custom mahogany bookshelves. Also off the entrance gallery is a stunning dining room with custom built-ins creating the perfect setting for formal gatherings. A chefs dream, there is an enormous windowed eat-in kitchen with two windows facing east. It is equipped with state-of-the-art appliances including a Subzero refrigerator and freezer, Viking six-burner range and oven, dishwasher, U-Line wine refrigerator and refrigerator drawer, two sinks and is completed by an oversized center island and built-in custom cabinetry. There is a separate breakfast room with built-in banquettes, a desk, and excellent pantry storage. Also off the kitchen is a laundry room with a vented Maytag washer/dryer and a staff bedroom with an en-suite windowed renovated bathroom. A powder room and four hallway closets complete the public spaces. There is a luxurious south-facing master bedroom suite which has park views and three closets - two of which are oversized walk-ins, all with custom built-ins. The windowed renovated master bathroom faces south with a walk-in shower, a separate water closet, two sinks and gorgeous marble countertops. There are two additional bedrooms both with sun-flooded southern exposures and excellent closet space as well as a windowed renovated bathroom. There is a large hallway mudroom as well as three additional closets. This magnificent home has hardwood floors, solid mahogany doors, and through-the-wall air conditioning. A storage bin transfers with the sale and the building allows 70% financing. There is a 2% flip tax paid by the purchaser. Built in 1924, this white-glove building is perfectly located on Fifth Avenue. There is a full-time doorman, fitness center and bicycle room.