1185 Park Avenue, #PH1617G
Key Details
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Listed: Feb 21, 2024Days on Market: 66Building Type: CooperativeNeighborhood: Carnegie Hill (Manhattan)Doorman: FT DoormanListing viewed 247 times
Insider Highlights
- Location and Building: This prestigious penthouse is located in the Carnegie Hill neighborhood, a landmark building with an impressive entrance, and only two apartments per elevator for added privacy. The building amenities include a gym, playroom, roof garden, bicycle rooms, and a health club. Pets are permitted and concierge service is available.
- Space and Layout: The spacious 5,100 sq ft penthouse boasts 5 bedrooms and 6+ bathrooms, a library, 2 powder rooms, and an impressive central gallery with a dramatic marble staircase. The corner primary bedroom suite offers stunning river views and 2 full bathrooms, and 3 additional oversized bedrooms each come with an en-suite bathroom.
- Outdoor Features: The property features a beautifully landscaped wrap-terrace with open city and river views, a roof level garden/sunroom, and a stunning landscaped terrace accessible through elegant French doors. The French Orangerie-style garden/sunroom also includes a wood burning fireplace.
- Living and Dining: The south facing living room includes a wood burning fireplace, and the formal dining room features a custom built, 700-bottle wine vault. The chef’s kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and custom cabinetry.
- Security and Convenience: For added security and convenience, the building offers a full-time doorman and a washer/dryer in the apartment.
- Nearby Amenities: The property is in close proximity to Central Park, Upper East Side museums, private schools, and Madison Avenue shopping, making it an ideal location for families and individuals who appreciate culture and convenience.
Description
The spacious, south facing living room is flooded with sun all day with, open city views and a wood burning fireplace adorned with a magnificent 18th century French mantle. The formal dining room features the original coffered ceiling and a custom built, 700-bottle wine vault with temperature controls. The library has river views, and features its original wood paneling, pegged wood floors and decorative plaster ceiling. The heart of the home is an open and sun-flooded chef’s kitchen replete with top-of-the-line appliances, Glassos countertops, and custom cabinetry. There is a separate breakfast room with custom built-ins, additional storage and a Washer/Dryer. The corner primary bedroom suite is an enormous private enclave.
The bedroom faces south and east with stunning river views and flows seamlessly into the private study, which can be converted back to the fifth bedroom, a dressing room paneled in mahogany, and walls of closets that include 2 large walk-ins. The suite is completed with 2 full bathrooms appointed with marble, onyx and custom tiles. There are 3 additional oversized bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom, amazing views and incredible closets. A powder room completes the floor. Ascend the grand staircase to the upper level, with 6 Palladian windows overlooking the gallery below.
Reminiscent of a French Orangerie, the garden/sunroom is surrounded by windows and features a wood burning fireplace with an exquisite mantel. A second powder room is located on this level. The crowning glory of this home is the stunning landscaped terrace that wraps the entire level and is accessible through elegant French doors. It is a truly rare entertaining space. Constructed in 1929 by Schwartz and Gross, 1185 Park Ave is one of Carnegie Hill’s most prestigious cooperatives.
Located two blocks from Central Park and a short walk to Upper East Side museums and private schools, as well as Madison Avenue shopping. Amenities include a gym, playroom, roof garden, and bicycle rooms. Private Storage. Pets permitted. The building allows 50% financing.
2% flip tax payable by purchaser.
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Apartment Amenities
- City View
- Washer/Dryer in apt.
- Wood Burning Fireplace