229 East 79th St. #5F

Rarely available! XXX-mint magnificently renovated spacious 2-bedroom, 1 bath co-op carefully curated for today’s living using luxurious materials which balance pre-war charm with a modern open plan. From the moment you enter the foyer featuring two floor-to-ceiling custom closets, one extra deep and the other 6’ long, you experience the grandeur of this 1,100 sqft apartment. Moving to the 23’ living, dining and additional 8′×14′ chef’s inspired kitchen, this elegant home boasts 9’3" ceilings with crown molding, pristine walnut-stained oak floors and endless updated details. The incredible windowed kitchen features a long Cararra marble island with sink, dishwasher and under counter microwave plus wine fridge. The state-of-the appliances include an Italian Bertazzoni range & overhead range hood, stainless steel refrigerator and tucked away behind a sliding door: a full-size stacked washer/dryer plus adjacent home office area providing additional storage. The 23’ long living/dining area easily fits a table for 6 or more with ample space for a large sofa, chairs and media area. Enter the 11′×14′ king-sized master bedroom which has two double-length floor-to-ceiling closets with custom interiors making this a dream space for relaxation and the ultimate wardrobe. The large 2nd bedroom fits 2 twin beds, a bureau and also has a double-length floor-to-ceiling closet with custom designed storage. The well appointed bathroom offers an opulent Cararra marble basket-weave radiant heated tile floor, coordinating Cararra marble tiles plus a deep tub for soaking or a shower. This is a lovely home for living and entertaining. There are currently 3 AC units, 1 through-wall, providing ample cooling. A basement storage locker measuring 3′×3′ is also included with the sale. 229 East 79th Street features a newly renovated lobby and tasteful hallways and 6 apartments per floor (5 apartments on the 5th floor). The 24-hour doormen are attentive with and provide a rolling cart to assist with luggage and groceries when you drive up to the building. Mail is delivered to your door by the gracious, conscientious staff and packages/dry cleaning given to you upon arrival! A knowledgeable live-in super plus capable handyman complete the staff. Pied-a-terre’s, Guarantors and Pets are allowed with Board approval. The building has a fully furnished & landscaped roof garden complete with WiFi for relaxing or computer work! There’s also a renovated laundry room, bike room and the building offers Verizon FiOS, RCN or Spectrum Cable. Up to 70% financing allowed. 2% Flip Tax. Welcome home!