141 Fifth Ave. #PHE

CONTRACT SIGNED ~ Where modern meets Beaux-Arts, this gorgeous sunny Penthouse offers large private outdoors in one of the most beautifully restored buildings in the Ladies Mile dist of Flatiron. Enjoy iconic water tower views, romantic sunsets and designer living on prime Fifth Ave. close to all.

Currently configured as an oversized duplex 3 bedroom, 3 bath + formal dining or “bonus room” with direct access to the private terrace that can also be a guest room, library or home office, this thoughtfully designed home was created with your comfort in mind.

Natural light, 10.5’ high ceilings and a great layout, entertain inside and out year-round on the main level: Open the glass doors off your great room and dine al fresco, cook for a huge party on your 6-burner vented Wolf range in your open chefs kitchen with marble breakfast bar, glass-door Sub-Zero fridge, wine fridge and plentiful cabinetry, and enjoy dramatic sunsets.

On the bedroom level, a romantic master suite with lovely seating area offers 2 oversized closets and floor-to-ceiling windows. The spa-like salle de bain is very large and has double sinks, marble and glass transom style shower, plus an elegant Waterworks soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms down the hall share an elegant bathroom with hand-cut pleated marble walls and feature high ceilings, California closets, with original columns and oversized windows. Also on this level: Washer dryer and utility closets and separate entry for easy access to the elevators.

Formerly The Merchant’s Bank of New York c. 1897, the entire full-service condominium building was renovated down to the mechanicals and completely upgraded for todays living. Features include ornate terra cotta detailing, copper cupola & curved plate glass corner windows, zoned central air, laundry in unit, common roof deck and basement storage. Full-service living includes 24-hour concierge, porters, handymen and a friendly building manager to ensure your total comfort. Pet friendly and investor-friendly: No invasive interview and LLC ownership, rentals, pied-a-terres and guarantors all permitted. This home can qualify for 1031-exchange.