$9,800,000
NO LONGER AVAILABLE

AS OF ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO

1040 Fifth Avenue #56B in Upper East Side

1040 Fifth Avenue offers an understated elegance, built in 1930 by renowned pre war architect Rosario Candela this landmark building was the former home to Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis. This beautiful, rarely available duplex has sweeping views of Central Park throughout. Upon entering the apartment you are greeted by a spacious gallery that opens up to the living room, library and dining room. The large living room with expansive views of the park, a wood burning fireplace also features exquisite original herring bone floors. No detail was ignored as you enter the library with magnificent custom wood work throughout; views of the park make this a room you never want to leave. The grand dining room is perfect for entertaining. The spacious eat in kitchen with banquette seating and home office is in perfect condition. A grand winding staircase leads up to the living quarters which have three large bedrooms all with en suite bathrooms. The light flooded master bedroom has glorious views of Central Park. A separate gallery leads to the maids quarters with two additional bedrooms and a fifth bathroom. This is truly a unique and special home.