131 Fifth Ave, 301

Sleek minimalist design and expansive living space define this light-filled, meticulously renovated three-bedroom, two-bathroom duplex loft in a historic Flatiron cooperative. Arrive on the lower level, where deep-stained hardwood floors, soaring 18-foot-tall ceilings and 10-foot windows create a breathtaking first impression. In the foyer, large closets and a chic full bathroom with matte black fixtures allow for hand-washing and stowing belongings immediately upon entry. Ahead, the stunning great room invites lavish entertaining alongside designer lighting and painted brick. The snow-white open kitchen gleams with a wide breakfast bar, abundant lacquer cabinetry, stone countertops and an army of upscale appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Viking range and a Miele microwave, a dishwasher and a KitchenAid wine refrigerator. Near the entry, a large windowed den acts as the perfect home office, and a laundry closet with an in-unit Miele washer-dryer completes the lower level. Upstairs, two bedrooms boast rows of artfully concealed closets and bright windows overlooking the beautiful great room. An additional third bedroom and a full bathroom on this level is trimmed in marble, penny tile and contemporary fixtures. An upstairs entry, video intercom, and Nest thermostat add comfort and convenience to this one-of-a-kind Flatiron loft. Located in the heart of the Ladies' Mile Historic District, 129-131 Fifth Avenue is a stunning Beaux-Arts store-and-loft building built to house an expansion of the Lord & Taylor store that occupied the block between 1890 and 1915. The building was converted to residential use in 1979, and today's residents enjoy a private entrance on 20th Street, a full-time superintendent, laundry facilities, solid financials and low maintenance thanks to the ground-floor commercial storefront on Fifth Avenue. Pets, pieds-à-terre, guarantors and co-purchasing allowed with board approval. Located in the Flatiron District with direct proximity to Chelsea, NoMad, Union Square and Gramercy Park, the building is at the epicenter of vibrant Manhattan living. The culinary delights of Eataly, Trader Joe's, Whole Foods and top-rated restaurants are within easy reach. Madison Square Park and Union Square offer superb outdoor space plus a greenmarket and year-round events. Access to transportation is excellent with N/Q/R/W, 4/5/6, L, F/M, 1/2/3 and PATH trains, ample bus service and CitiBike stations all nearby.