12 E 87TH Street #1B

This over sized one bedroom apartment has the gracious proportions, details and character of a real home. The entry hall with three closets, leads into a grand gallery that provides a great feeling of openness, and an easy flow of movement to the layout. Original leaded glass French doors lead you to the enormous and elegant living room with a high molded plaster ceiling, and squarish dimensions that are perfect for entertaining. The primary bedroom is of a perfect size and complimented by a very large bath en suite. The finishes in both the large kitchen and bath are mint and fashioned with a simple elegance. Designed by George and Edward Blum, the Capitol is a truly striking eight story pre-war coop with its entire facade covered in white glazed terracotta. The tastefully refurbished lobby is home to a part-time doorman (12-8PM daily). There is a live in superintendent, storage and laundry available in the basement. Pets are allowed, as are Washer/Dryers on a case by case basis. Pied-a-terres are allowed as is 65% financing. There is a monthly assessment of $542 until December 2015. Occupying a prime Carnegie Hill location, 12 E 87th Street is very close to excellent cross town bus service at 86th street, and the 4/5/6 train lines on Lexington Avenue. There are a multitude of excellent museum and art gallery options here, as the Capitol building is just foot steps from Museum Mile. The superb specialty grocer Dean & Deluca is very close for food shopping, and Madison Avenue offers a wide range of excellent retail options as well. Best of all, Central Park is a half a block away, and it envelops this entire area with a sea of green and tranquility.