DESCRIPTION

Sophisticated 8 into 7 room renovated home located in a premier prewar cooperative just off park avenue.  This splendid apartment has a classic layout that provides for both gracious entertaining and comfortable family living.  One enters this elegant residence from a semi-private elevator landing into a 23' entrance gallery leading to the over-sized living room with wood burning fireplace, custom bookshelves and sunny, tree-lined southern exposures over 72nd street.  On the other side of the gallery is the voluminous windowed formal dining room which is currently used as a family room.  Adjacent is the enormous chef's eat-in-kitchen with a substantial island and counter seating.  Details include: marble countertops, copious storage and wolf, subzero and miele appliances.  There is a custom corner banquette for casual dining with 2 large windows overlooking townhouse gardens.  Off the kitchen is a laundry room with vented washer/dryer and a bedroom with a separate bath.  

the large, bright, primary bedroom is located down a private hallway and has a substantial dressing area and with a wall of generous closets.  There is an en-suite luxurious marble bath with double sinks, steam shower and soaking tub.  The second and third bedrooms are well situated and share a traditional bath.  Classic pre-war details, high ceilings, beautiful herringbone hardwood floors, original brass fixtures, abundant storage and central & thru-wall a/c comprise this impeccable home.  A basement storage room transfers with purchase.  

117 east 72nd street is a distinguished pre-war co-op built in 1928 with a full-time doorman, service staff and live-in resident manager.  Pets are allowed.  A 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser.  Financing is not permitted.  


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