Residence 15N at 1212 Fifth Avenue offers over 4,022 square feet of masterfully designed living space in a rare Fifth Avenue condominium. Perched on a high floor, this five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom, ten-room home seamlessly blends timeless pre-war elegance with the modern luxuries of new construction - all framed by breathtaking, panoramic views of Central Park.
A private elevator landing opens into expansive, light-filled entertaining spaces featuring lofty ceilings, a gas fireplace, and meticulously crafted details - from plaster coffered ceilings and classic moldings to solid oak flooring, custom millwork, and recessed LED lighting. Climate control is individually zoned for each room, with elegant built-ins discreetly concealing HVAC systems.
The serene primary suite enjoys park views and a separate private sitting room - perfect for a quiet retreat, home office, or personal library. The chef's kitchen is appointed with Italian custom cabinetry, Caesarstone countertops, and top-of-the-line Miele and Bertazzoni appliances, anchored by Dornbracht fixtures. Spa-like bathrooms offer radiant heated floors, Dolomiti marble, custom vanities, and Dornbracht fittings throughout.
Located at the crossroads of history and luxury, 1212 Fifth Avenue is a rare boutique, pre-war LEED-certified condominium. Originally built in 1925 and exquisitely restored in 2012 by Durst Fetner Residential, S. Russell Groves, and SLCE Architects, the building offers only 55 residences and an intimate, full-service lifestyle. Amenities include a 24-hour concierge, live-in resident manager, a 2,600-square-foot fitness center, residents' lounge, children's playroom, bike room, and on-site parking.
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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.
According to New York City records, the median price for an apartment in Manhattan for the month of September 2023 was $1,087,000. The price represents a decrease of 5.5% from the median price of $1,150,000 recorded in September 2022. The number of apartment sales fell from 1,170 to 821 reflecting a year-over-year decrease of 30%. ...
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