Bright and airy with contemporary allure, your new home awaits ? featuring oversized windows that bathe designer interiors in an abundance of natural light, custom closets throughout for ample storage space, dark-stained parquet floors, and the ultimate New York City amenity, exclusive outdoor space ? enjoy a morning coffee outside, catch a private moment with the city that surrounds you, or enjoy amazing Manhattan views from your north-facing balcony.
Luxurious interior layout considerations incorporate an open concept floor plan with a unified dining and living space, complemented by a hidden wine bar, perfect for entertaining, and a beautifully appointed windowed kitchen with marble herringbone floors, chic ceramic tile backsplash, white wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, and top of the line Samsung appliances, including a dishwasher, microwave, and Liebherr refrigerator. This two-bedroom home offers a wonderful variety of arrangements ? with a home office/den that can also easily service a full second bedroom, adjacent to its own windowed bathroom, ideal for hosting guests. Last but certainly not least, the generously sized master bedroom is further distinguished by a wall of fitted closets and an expansive sleek tiled bathroom, complete with contemporary fixtures, a glass-enclosed rainfall shower, and its own chic vanity area.
The Asten House is a full-service white-glove classic brick facade co-op. This impressive building has two wings separated by a beautiful marble lobby for a grand sense of arrival, and only three apartments per floor with a total of four elevators. Additional features and amenities include a 24-hour doorman, concierge, a new state-of-the-art gym, party room, a 24-hour garage accessible from the building, a live-in building manager, and laundry facilities. Pets are permitted with board approval.
The neighborhood offers quintessential Upper East Side vibes and is within close proximity to everything New York City has to offer. Enjoy tranquil strolls along the East River and access to a wide range of public transport ? a diverse and spirited restaurant and bar scene, as well as some of the city?s most popular destinations, like the Empire State Building, Grand Central train station, the United Nations, Fifth Avenue shopping, Times Square, Madison Square Garden, Broadway theaters, the city?s many museums, parks, libraries, and the financial district are all just minutes away!
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Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.
With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.
Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .
There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.