Experience the epitome of luxury living in this one-of-a-kind penthouse perched atop the prestigious Leighton House. This remarkable residence offers unparalleled privacy and breathtaking views of the city and East River.
Spanning over 2,400 square feet, this mansion-sized condo features three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a powder room. The highlight of this exceptional home is its expansive 1,800 square-foot private terrace, where you can revel in captivating views from dawn till dusk, stretching across the East River and encompassing iconic Manhattan landmarks adorning Central Park to the south and up to the George Washington Bridge to the north.
Upon entering through a semi-private landing on the 45th floor, a spacious foyer leads into a 40-foot living room flooded with sunlight from 3 different exposures. The living room is adorned with a wood-burning fireplace, elegant chevron hardwood floors, oversized windows, and lofty 10-foot ceilings, providing the perfect space for entertainment. The dining area comfortably accommodates 12 guests and offers uninterrupted northern vistas of Carnegie Hill. A separate eat-in kitchen features a large window and provides the option to be seamlessly opened to the living room. Completing the main level is a coat closet and powder room with ample storage beneath the staircase.
Ascend to the 46th floor to discover three bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathrooms. The primary suite is a sanctuary of tranquility and luxury, boasting a generous layout with triple exposure, space for a sitting area, a sizable walk-in closet, and a lavish marble bathroom complete with a soaking tub, separate glass shower, and dual vanities. The additional bedrooms are equally well-appointed, with one featuring a picture-perfect view of the Central Park Reservoir. For added convenience, a washer and dryer are located on this floor.
Residents of the Leighton House enjoy a host of premium amenities, including a full-time doorman, a resident manager, a health club with soaring double-height ceilings, a yoga studio, saunas, a landscaped private garden with a children's playground, and a basketball court. Situated steps away from the vibrant energy of Yorkville and Carnegie Hill, you'll have immediate access to upscale restaurants, boutique shops, renowned museums, Whole Foods, and the picturesque Carl Schurz Park. The building is pet-friendly and provides easy access to 4/5/6/Q trains.
Note: Advertised real estate taxes include a 50% seller credit for 24 months. The full real estate taxes are $6,355.
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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.