515 East 79th St. #24D

Spectacular river and city views are on display from every room of this beautifully renovated 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath apartment. This coveted “D” line features an oversized step-down living room, a large South-facing balcony with protected landmarked views, an open windowed kitchen, a separate windowed dining area, and 2 en-suite bedrooms. There are beautiful hardwood floors with mahogany inlays throughout, brand new Skyline windows, new PTAC heating/cooling units with custom covers and grills, and tons of closets.

As you enter the apartment, there is a gracious entry foyer flanked on each side with 2 generously sized en-suite bedrooms, one facing south, the other north. Each bathroom has been renovated; one with a shower stall, the other with a bathtub all with porcelain tiles and chrome fixtures. There is an extra powder room perfect for guests.

The windowed kitchen which has been enlarged from its original layout has been opened completely into the dining area with mahogany cabinetry (full of storage), LG stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops. The ideal layout provides an easy flow for entertaining from kitchen to dining to living room.

The Asten House is a full-service white-glove building off East End Avenue with a recently renovated marble lobby and newly renovated custom-designed hallways. There are 2 separate elevator wings with a total of 4 elevators. With just 3 apartments or less per floor, you’re assured ultimate privacy. The highly attentive, professional staff includes a 24-hour doorman and concierge plus a live-in resident manager. Amenities include a fully-outfitted gym, in-house valet, party room, bike room, storage room, a large modern laundry facility conveniently located in the lobby, a lovely landscaped park just outside the building, and an attached parking garage (discounted for shareholders). 1 Dog under 35 lbs.is permitted with board approval. Cats also permitted. 70% financing, 39% tax deductibility. Pied-a-terres allowed. Washer/ Dryers are not permitted in the unit.

This prime address is close to public transportation (the new 2nd Ave subway, M31, M79, and the Lex. Ave. subway) and a taxi line at the corner that travels directly to the Financial District. Close proximity to Carl Schurz and John Jay Park, the East River Promenade, New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell hospital, doctor’s offices, post office, restaurants, supermarkets, specialty food and coffee shops.