161 E 75TH Street #4FL

161 East 75th Street #4 is a gracious, south-facing, light-filled, full-floor one bedroom residence with high ceilings in an elegant townhouse building. It is on one of the most desirable tree-lined blocks in the heart of the Upper East Side. A wood burning fireplace, hardwood flooring, and an abundance of windows lends warmth and charm to this serene space including generous storage making this a modern, functional home ideal for city living. The bright large scale living and dining room area with southern views is perfect for entertaining and relaxing. A custom-designed chef's kitchen with a plentiful amount of cabinetry and counter space showcases top of the line stainless steel appliances including both gas and electric burners with a hood vent. The spacious, north-facing bedroom with two windows allows excellent light and has enough room for large-sized furniture and a sitting area. Adjacent to the bedroom is a walk-in closet, home office and oversized spa like bathroom with modern fixtures. With only one apartment per floor and #4 being on the top level, the home offers unobstructed views of the charming streetscape and the attractive red-brick carriage houses which were once known as automobile stables in the early 1900s. This is an elevator building with on-site laundry facilities and a live-in Resident Manager who takes utmost care of shareholders. A 1% flip tax is to be paid by the seller. Guarantors, pied-a-terre, and parents buying is allowed in this pet-friendly building. Financing up to 50% is permissible. Owners can rent their property for two years maximum with board approval. The apartment comes with two private storage lockers. 161 East 75th Street is a highly sought after prewar building located just a few blocks away from Central Park, renowned art galleries, museums, shopping, and supermarkets such as Citarella, D'Agostino and Butterfield. There is no shortage of dining options in the neighborhood including J.G. Melon, Sant Ambroeus, Orsay and Maman. The home is in a prime central location within close proximity to the M1, M3, M4 bus line as well as the 4, 5, 6 trains and the Second Avenue Q train providing easy access to the rest of the city. Please contact us for your private showing of this very special home!