229 E 79TH Street #5F

Rarely available! XXX-mint magnificently renovated spacious 2-bedroom, 1 bath co-op carefully curated for today's living using luxurious materials which balance pre-war charm with a modern open plan. From the moment you enter the foyer featuring two floor-to-ceiling custom closets, one extra deep and the other 6' long, you experience the grandeur of this 1,100 sqft apartment. Moving to the 23 living, dining and additional 8x14 chef's inspired kitchen, this elegant home boasts 9'3" ceilings with crown molding, pristine walnut-stained oak floors and endless updated details. The incredible windowed kitchen features a long Cararra marble island with sink, dishwasher and under counter microwave plus wine fridge. The state-of-the appliances include an Italian Bertazzoni range & overhead range hood, stainless steel refrigerator and tucked away behind a sliding door: a full-size stacked washer/dryer plus adjacent home office area providing additional storage. The 23' long living/dining area easily fits a table for 6 or more with ample space for a large sofa, chairs and media area. Enter the 11'x14' king-sized master bedroom which has two double-length floor-to-ceiling closets with custom interiors making this a dream space for relaxation and the ultimate wardrobe. The large 2nd bedroom fits 2 twin beds, a bureau and also has a double-length floor-to-ceiling closet with custom designed storage. The well appointed bathroom offers an opulent Cararra marble basket-weave radiant heated tile floor, coordinating Cararra marble tiles plus a deep tub for soaking or a shower. This is a lovely home for living and entertaining. There are currently 3 AC units, 1 through-wall, providing ample cooling. A basement storage locker measuring 3'x3' is also included with the sale. 229 East 79th Street features a newly renovated lobby and tasteful hallways and 6 apartments per floor (5 apartments on the 5th floor). The 24-hour doormen are attentive with and provide a rolling cart to assist with luggage and groceries when you drive up to the building. Mail is delivered to your door by the gracious, conscientious staff and packages/dry cleaning given to you upon arrival! A knowledgeable live-in super plus capable handyman complete the staff. Pied-a-terre's, Guarantors and Pets are allowed with Board approval. The building has a fully furnished & landscaped roof garden complete with WiFi for relaxing or computer work! There's also a renovated laundry room, bike room and the building offers Verizon FiOS, RCN or Spectrum Cable. Up to 70% financing allowed. 2% Flip Tax. Welcome home!