Property Description for 26 Gramercy Park South, 5-E
Nestled on the most picturesque block in Gramercy, Apartment 5E at 26 Gramercy Park South is a smartly laid out junior 1-bedroom, offering 9+ foot ceilings, a generously sized kitchen, ample storage, a perfectly proportioned living space with a separate home office alcove, and a much-coveted key to Gramercy Park!
The kitchen was thoughtfully renovated to maximize storage and counter space, and offers maple cabinetry, dark granite counters, a dishwasher, LG refrigerator, built-in convection oven/microwave, and electric cooktop. The bathroom offers clean white finishes with a large soaking tub/shower and a marble-topped vanity. The bedroom has a large south-facing window and is pin drop quiet, with ample space for a queen bed, nightstands, and a dresser. The north-facing living room offers plenty of space for relaxing as well as a separate home office nook with a built-in desk and shelving.
Constructed in 1903 as the Hotel Irving, 26 Gramercy Park South is a beautiful 75-unit pre-war cooperative located in the heart of the Gramercy Park historic district. The building is a block-through, with its main entrance across from Gramercy Park, and a ‘secret’ second entrance on East 19th Street near Irving Place -- affectionately known as “Block Beautiful” by locals. Along with access to iconic Gramercy Park, residents also enjoy two elevators, a central laundry room, a bike storage area, and a full-time staff of three, including a part-time doorman (evenings and weekends), a superintendent, and a porter. Co-purchasing and guarantors permitted, pied-a-terres and pets (1 per apartment) are welcome!