$5,950,000

Classic elegance and grandeur characterize this exquisite 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom (easily convertible to a 3-bedroom) with spectacular Central Park views and sunny exposures through oversized picture windows that flank both ends of the apartment. Gut-renovated to perfection by the current owners and published in Elle Decor, this one-of-a-kind home is not to be missed. A semi-private elevator vestibule opens to the entrance gallery/formal dining area, off of which is the 25' living room with a wood burning fireplace encased in a marble mantle and breathtaking views of Central Park, the Upper West Side and the 57th Street skylines - including views of the iconic San Remo, The Dakota, 57th Street supertalls, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, and even the George Washington Bridge. The primary bedroom suite, which also has direct views of the park, features two custom built-in closets in addition to a large walk-in closet. Its ensuite 5-fixture marble bathroom is a serene oasis, with a double marble vanity, separate tub, and glass-enclosed shower. The second bedroom off the foyer has open eastern views overlooking The Carlyle, a large closet, custom built-in bookshelves, and an ensuite marble bath with a shower. The stylish open chef's kitchen boasts top-of-the-line appliances (a Wolf oven and stove top, Sub-Zero refrigerator/freezer and wine fridge, Miele dishwasher and microwave), a center island for informal dining, and a plethora of storage. Conveniently located off the kitchen are a windowed powder room with de Gournay wallpaper and a Carrara marble sink as well as a home office/3rd bedroom. Additional features of this one-of-a-kind apartment and renovation include a combination of through-wall and central air-conditioning, a GE washer and vented dryer, beautifully restored original hardwood floors, custom millwork and closets, Waterworks fixtures in all of the bathrooms, Forbes & Lomax light switches, and 9'5" ceilings. Designed in 1938 by the renowned Rosario Candela, 955 Fifth Avenue is a coveted full-service white glove cooperative located between 76th and 77th Streets. The building features two apartments per floor, a full-time doorman, a beautifully landscaped roof terrace, fitness room, and private storage. Pets, pied-a-terres, and 50% financing are permitted. 3% flip tax. There is a $5,000 capital contribution fee for the gym paid by the Purchaser.