The Queenston at 16 East 96th St. #3H

This is an opportunity to own in the highly-desirable area of Carnegie Hill between 96th and 86th Streets and Fifth and Madison, very close to Mount Sinai, steps away from Central Park, and within walking distance of Manhattans great museums. Rare for Manhattan coops of this quality, pied-a-terres are allowed under certain conditions. Elegant pre-war boutique building has a p/t doorman and recently renovated gorgeous lobby. You can own a very quiet, move-in two-bedroom, one- bath apartment that can also be much more than what it is. The spacious layout, with high 10-foot ceilings, chair rail, original hardwood floors, and art-glass windows, easily allows for further expansion, with room for an extra bathroom and a washer-dryer closet. The big newly renovated eat-in kitchen includes ample dining space and the master bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed. The smaller second bedroom would also be perfect for a nursery or an office; and could easily be opened up to create an even greater sense of spaciousness. Recent significant building upgrades include new elevators and painting and skim coating throughout all common areas and sidewalks. Building also has laundry, bike room and storage available.