$450,000

Impeccably gut-renovated corner apartment with a private outdoor balcony in a coveted full-service co-op! Perfectly located on Billionaire's Row, in the heart of Manhattan's prestigious Sutton Place neighborhood, this designer gem offers it all for the discerning buyer and is move-in ready to afford the ultimate comfort. Elevating the luxury lifestyle are expansive living quarters, a separate den/home office/guest room (12'x10'8") with a Chrysler Building view, refined finishes throughout, abundant light pouring in from oversized windows, and incredible wraparound city skyline vistas to the west, south and north.

You'll love coming home to this stunning oversized 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath residence that provides extraordinary space and upscale building amenities at an exceptional value. Gracious interiors present a huge open living/dining room for entertaining, complemented by chic lighting, handsome flooring, and a glass door to a large balcony for enjoying coffee, cocktails, and awesome views.

Prepare gourmet meals in the high-end chef's kitchen that overlooks the Chrysler building, equipped with custom cabinetry, countertops and backsplash, a pantry with slide-out shelves, and suite of stainless steel appliances including a stove with vented hood, double-door refrigerator with a built-in cafe /ice machine, dishwasher and microwave. Adjoining is a convenient bar/serving area with counter seating, a wine fridge, and custom display shelves.

The spacious, tranquil primary bedroom brightened by a wall of windows features a generous walk-in closet for your personal belongings, and beautiful en-suite spa bath with a linen closet and oversized custom shower. Additional highlights are a laundry room with an Electrolux washer/dryer and storage, tasteful wide trim moldings, and 5 big closets outfitted with custom doors and hardware.

Conceived by renowned architect Philip Birnbaum and completed in 1967, the 48-story Excelsior at 303 East 57th Street is a grand white-glove building reflecting the highest standard of elegance. Among the exceptional amenities are 24-hour doorman/concierge service, onsite residential manager, stunning lobby, residents library, a 20,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center with swimming pool, sauna, & steam rooms, lovely landscaped rooftop terrace with panoramic city views, a circular driveway, onsite parking garage, valet, package room and bike storage room. Plus, pied-a-terres and pets are allowed!

The prime location in one of Manhattan's most desirable residential neighborhoods is also ultra-convenient to the many attractions of vibrant Midtown. Nearby are the 4, 5, 6, N, R, W & Q subway lines at Lexington Ave/59th St, popular cultural & recreational venues, Central Park, the Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, the Theater District, acclaimed restaurants, nearby Whole Foods and Trader Joe's and glamorous shopping along Fifth & Madison Avenues!