340 East 23rd Street, PH-1C

This 2-bedroom, 2.5 bath penthouse is the ultimate in luxury living - and offers spectacular sweeping views of the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings from the apartment's private 20' long balcony. The spacious main living area is complete with hardwood floors and noise-abating floor-to-ceiling windows. The modern kitchen is outfitted with a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a double freezer, Miele oven and cooktop, and Fisher Paykel drawer dishwasher. There's also a convenient in-unit Bosch washer/dryer. The spa-like master bath has Thassos white stone vanity and top-of-the-line Duravit and Axor Hansgrohe fixtures. In addition, the soothing step-in rain shower and oversized deep soaking tub create a true spa-like retreat. The apartment also includes walk-in closets and extensive storage space throughout.

Designed by world-renowned architect and designer, Philippe Starck, this full-service building features a 24-hour doorman, incredible amenities including a 2,600 sqft fitness center with sauna and steam room; a full floor lounge featuring a library, theater and billiard room, and landscaped roof deck with river and cityscape views with private cabanas for day and nighttime relaxing. The building is centrally located near subway and bus lines, and conveniently located near Gramercy Park, Union Square, Trader Joes, Whole Foods, Chase Bank, and an abundance of restaurants.