212 East 48th Street, 5-C

Upon entering this elegant prewar home in mint condition, you will immediately feel the charm and grandeur of a bygone era without compromising any of the modern conveniences on your wish list. This beautiful residence is warm and inviting and truly feels like a home--gracious entry foyer, dramatic high beamed ceilings, extra large windowed cook's kitchen with marble counters, gleaming hardwood floors, grand oversized living room with marble-surround working fireplace, large and well-proportioned rooms including 2 generous bedrooms, a wonderful layout, windowed renovated marble bath with large stall shower, and 3 exposures--north, south, and east--bathing the apt in sunlight all day. The living room faces north onto tree-lined 48th St, where green tree tops perfectly frame the historic townhouses across the street and, beyond them, a stunning view of the midtown skyline offers a beautiful counterpoint. The first 2 photos have been virtually staged to best visualize the wonderful, large proportions of the space.

Situated on a quiet, picturesque block in the heart of midtown east, 212 East 48th Street is a boutique full-service coop built in 1923. It has an intimate 46 units and boasts a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, central laundry, roof deck, and magnificent marble lobby with arched glass doors opening onto the building's private garden--a second lovely outdoor space for residents to enjoy. Copurchasing, pied-a-terres, and pets OK with board approval.

This Third Avenue location could not be more convenient--right outside your door are some of the best restaurants in the city, Grand Central, the United Nations, and all major subways and buses. There is excellent food shopping nearby including a 24-hr Morton Williams and the gourmet Amish Market, it's a short walk to the theater district, and, perhaps best of all, if your office is in midtown you can walk to work! This lovely property has it all for the discriminating buyer, and it's in perfect condition--move right in! Don't miss this opportunity to own a truly special home in a superb location at a very reasonable price. Make your appointment to view this unique residence today.