55 East 87th Street, 9-FGH

True 5 bedroom in prime Upper East Side under $4M!!This magnificent five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath approx. 3,167 square feet residence boasts loft-like dimensions , spectacular light and endless designer touches in an elegant Carnegie Hill co-op building just off Park Avenue.

The result of a meticulous combination of three large units by architect, West Chin (WCA), this mint-condition showplace is anchored by a chic oversized great room that is the literal heart of the home. A wide expanse of south-facing windows floods the space with sunlight and open sky views, while handsome wide-plank hardwood flooring and custom lighting set a stylish tone. Stretching more than 43 feet long, there's plenty of room for spacious living and dining areas, and the open modern kitchen offers a breakfast bar for casual dining and a free flow of conversation. Chefs will love the excellent cabinet and counter space and top-of-the-line appliances from Sub Zero and Gaggenau. Two huge walk-in closets and hidden home office provide convenience and ample storage near the gracious foyer.

A desirable split layout places the master suite at the southeast corner of the home. This private and tranquil escape is beautifully outfitted with full walls of custom closets and built-ins and a lovely en suite bathroom. The four additional bedrooms are placed down a quiet hallway in the southwest wing; each one is large and sunny and features ingenious built-ins and roomy closets. Two well-appointed full bathrooms are located across the hall from the secondary bedrooms, and a lavish powder room conveniently serves guests. There's a private den/media room here (or home office or homework station!), plus a huge laundry room with utility sink and full-size washer and dryer.

55 East 87th Street is a fantastic postwar co-op building located on an enviable Carnegie Hill block. Residents of the pet-friendly building enjoy a grand marble lobby, full-time doorman service, live-in resident manager, on-site garage, laundry room and storage. From this ideal Upper East Side address, you're just seconds away from the splendor of Madison Avenue shopping, the sights of Museum Mile and the serenity of Central Park all within a block-and-a-half of your front door. Transportation is effortless from this central location with 4/5/6 and Q trains and crosstown M86-SBS bus service within easy reach.