The Lucida, 151 East 85th Street, #18J
Key Details
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Listed: Dec 8, 2023Days on Market: 141Building Type: CondominiumNeighborhood: Carnegie Hill (Manhattan)Doorman: FT DoormanListing viewed 258 times
Insider Highlights
- Prime Location: This high-floor condominium residence is located in the coveted Carnegie Hill neighborhood, within close proximity to Manhattan’s finest schools, Museum Mile, restaurants, boutiques, gourmet groceries, parks, delis, and cafes. It also offers easy access to excellent public transportation.
- Spacious and Luxurious Interiors: The expansive 2,717 square feet space boasts 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, lofty 10-foot ceilings, brand new wide plank oak flooring, and open North and breathtaking South views showcasing iconic midtown skyscrapers. The primary bedroom suite comes with separate bathrooms, an office area, and captivating city views.
- Modern and High-End Kitchen: The residence features a recently redesigned and renovated kitchen by Poggenpohl, equipped with top-of-the-line appliances.
- Ample Storage and Additional Features: The property offers abundant storage solutions, including custom California closets in two generously sized bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms. It also includes an in-unit washer/dryer, fireplaces, terraces/balconies, and a garage.
- Building Amenities: The luxury Lucida condominium, the Upper East Side’s first LEED-certified condominium designed by Cook + Fox, offers full-time doormen, a concierge, a pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, bike and storage, a La Palestra spa with a skylit pool, a residents’ lounge with a catering kitchen, a Kidville-designed children’s playroom, and a large lobby with a fireplace.
- Additional Building Features: The building houses a large Barnes & Noble bookstore and offers a bike room for residents.
Description
Every room within this residence is bathed in natural light, courtesy of floor-to-ceiling windows and lofty 10-foot ceilings. Brand new wide plank oak flooring graces both the living areas and bedrooms.
Whether it’s the open North or breathtaking South views showcasing iconic midtown skyscrapers, you’ll revel in the beauty of day and the enchantment of the cityscape at night.
Upon entering this remarkable home, you’re welcomed by an inviting foyer, complete with dual closets. This leads you to the sprawling 31 by 17-foot living room, thoughtfully furnished by Holly Hunt and large enough to effortlessly accommodate a dining table for eight. This is a turnkey gem - simply unpack and make yourself at home!
The kitchen is a culinary enthusiast’s dream, boasting a large south-facing floor-to-ceiling window.
Recently redesigned and renovated by Poggenpohl, the kitchen features light wood custom cabinetry, spacious bar seating, and top-of-the-line appliances, including a Subzero refrigerator, Miele stove and oven (vented), Miele microwave/convection oven, and a full-size washer and dryer. An adjacent windowed seating area provides an ideal spot for casual dining, while a concealed beverage closet with a built-in coffee maker adds convenience. Abundant storage is at your fingertips, including remarkable storage solutions for all your culinary needs.
The 5th bedroom, currently repurposed as a TV room or den, adjoins the kitchen area and includes a spacious closet and bathroom with a shower stall.
For added privacy, sliding doors separate the living spaces from the bedroom wing.
The bedroom wing boasts two generously sized bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms and California custom closets. The primary bedroom suite combines the 4th bedroom, creating a spacious haven with separate bathrooms, custom California closets, an office area with a built-in desk, and captivating city views. The primary suite bathroom is equipped with a large Kalista soaking tub, double vanities, a shower stall, Duravit sinks, and a window.
The second prime bathroom offers a bathtub.
Nestled within the luxury Lucida condominium, the Upper East Side’s first LEED-certified condominium designed by Cook + Fox, this home boasts a stunning glass fa ade that bathes every unit in sunlight. Amenities include full-time doormen, a concierge, a pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and bike and storage. The vicinity is rich with Manhattan’s finest schools, Museum Mile, restaurants, boutiques, gourmet groceries, parks, delis, and cafes.
Transportation options are abundant, with easy access to the 4, 5, and 6 trains, crosstown buses, and the express bus.
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