1010 5TH Avenue #2B

With captivating views of the majestic Metropolitan Museum of Art and the lush Fifth Avenue tree-line from oversized windows in three primary rooms, Apartment 2B (which is actually located on the 3rd floor) at 1010 Fifth Avenue, has it all. The superb +/-2,075 square foot apartment represents one of todays best opportunities for luxury living in a classic prewar cooperative. A semi-private elevator landing leads to a gracious marble-floored Foyer. This unique apartment boasts superb light from 44 linear feet of direct Fifth Avenue frontage. The elegant 29'7” Living Room belies the scale of the original grand floorplan and features a hand-carved marble mantelpiece, herringbone parquet floors, and lovely views of the museum, gardens and fountains below. A sliding door opens onto the adjacent Dining Room, also facing onto the tree-lined avenue. A sumptuous Primary Bedroom suite, overlooking the museum, features finely finished raised panel cabinetry and includes a large and luxurious windowed en-suite Master Bathroom and three walk-in closets. A Second Bedroom, facing east, includes an en-suite windowed Bathroom and two closets. A chic Chefs Kitchen has been recently renovated to include a full complement of high-end appliances and has been thoughtfully outfitted with custom cabinetry to maximize storage. A Staff Bedroom with an en-suite Bathroom and a spacious Service Hall complete this special home. Central air conditioning, accent walls of Venetian plaster and 9'3” ceilings recommend this charming apartment to the most discerning buyer. Ideally situated at the northeast corner of East 82nd Street, the handsome 1928 building boasts fine architectural detailing, attractive landscaping, and a welcoming entrance on a lovely tree-lined street within the historic district. Built in 1928 by noted developer Frederick Fillmore French, 1010 Fifth Avenue is regarded as a full service, white glove cooperative. Amenities include doorman and attended elevator service, a resident superintendent, and a new gymnasium. 1010 Fifth Avenue is pet-friendly, permits financing of up to 40 percent of the purchase price and will consider ownership as pied-a-terre a case-by-case basis. Two Storage Rooms, one with a private Laundry, transfer with the apartment. A Flip Tax of 2 percent is payable by the Purchaser. The building permits weekday showing appointments between 10:00am 3:00pm.