Regal Garden Duplex w/Private Patio Off Central Park.
Historic townhome elegance meets modern condo luxury in this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom garden duplex nestled in a landmarked French Classical mansion a half-block from Central Park.
This exquisite residence is mid-renovation and can be purchased as is or upon renovation completion. Current plans to add a kitchen peninsula, a washer and dryer, a full bathroom, and a connection between a bedroom and bathroom are already approved from DOB.
On the lower level, residents enjoy a private 450-square-foot patio for seamless indoor-outdoor living, entertaining, alfresco dining, and more. An open-plan kitchen and dining room overlook the patio. The kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, sleek stone countertops, and high-end stainless steel appliances. Finishing the lower level is a spacious primary bedroom, a huge walk-in closet, and a spa-like bathroom with double sinks, travertine marble tilework, a step-in shower, and a deep soaking tub.
On the upper level are a grand living room, a large second bedroom, and a second full bathroom. The living room features custom millwork, bar area and a Juliet balcony overlooking the patio, and a charming wood-burning fireplace. Hardwood floors and high ceilings run throughout.
11-15 East 70th Street is a landmarked turn-of-the-century mansion situated between 5th and Madison Avenues on the Upper East Side. Now a boutique condominium, the building has daytime door attendants, overnight security, and private storage.
Dozens of restaurants, bars, cafes, and shops are moments away, as are renowned cultural institutions like The Frick Collection and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Central Park Zoo, the Boat Pond, The Lake, and Bethesda Terrace are easily accessible. Nearby subway lines include the 6 and Q.
Quick Profile
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.