$8,000,000

17-A is a one-of-a-kind, high floor, sprawling southwest corner residence with jetliner, unobstructed views over the iconic Central Park, Met Museum, Midtown Manhattan, Central Park West and beyond. Marked by seven oversized picture windows allowing sun to pour into the home all day, and perfect for enjoying the Central Park sunset, this gracious home is prepared for its lucky new owner. There are only two residences on the floor, resulting in a semi-private landing out of your two elevators. Enter into the home via a proper foyer (with powder room) and subsequent gallery that spills westward into an enormous great room of almost forty feet in length.he dining area is open to the great room and gallery, but partitioned off and with room enough for a grand entertaining table. The great room houses multiple seating areas, a built-in office with desk, and built-in shelving. All of this space while being situated on the most iconic New York perch, clearing the buildings to the south and enjoying the best view on earth. The kitchen is outfitted with all chef's appliances and ample counter space, and houses a pantry, bar, full-sized laundry room with sink, and tons of storage. It has a separate breakfast room and additional den area that could easily act as a staff quarters or guest area, with an en-suite full bath. The primary suite is located on the southern end of the apartment and enjoys beautiful city and Park views. It has an enormous WIC, a separate dressing area, and ample hanging closets. There is a six-piece primary bathroom complete with double vanity, stall shower, bidet, soaking tub, and toilet. The secondary suite has a three-piece en-suite bath and stunning views to boast as well. The home has been outfitted into a two bedroom, but can easily be transitioned back into a three bedroom or four bedroom, how it was originally built. It has been upgraded with central air conditioning, automatic shades throughout the home, and a sound system. 980 Fifth Avenue is an exclusive, full service cooperative allowing pets and pieds-a-terre. Financing is not allowed. The building soars above neighbors, allowing the level of views exhibited in this residence. It has a private porte-cochere, an en-suite parking garage with a discounted rate for residents, and a rare, incredible rooftop observation deck with top-of-the-world views. Available to be shown daily on brief notice.