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1049 Fifth Ave. #17B

Located at 1049 Fifth Avenue 1049 Fifth Avenue, #17B, Manhattan, NY Condo in Upper East Side, All Upper East Side
This unit is not currently listed on StreetEasy Other units available in this building: 2 active sales listings
4 beds, 4 baths, 2,918 ft²

Introducing a Rare Fifth Avenue 4 Bedroom Condo on Museum Mile with Breathtaking Direct Views of the Reservoir & Central Park with Two Substantial Private Outdoor Terraces of 800 Sq Ft

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to own a one-of-a kind prime Upper East Side Museum Mile home with direct...

Introducing a Rare Fifth Avenue 4 Bedroom Condo on Museum Mile with Breathtaking Direct Views of the Reservoir & Central Park with Two Substantial Private Outdoor Terraces of 800 Sq Ft

Welcome to an exceptional opportunity to own a one-of-a kind prime Upper East Side Museum Mile home with direct stunning Reservoir and Central Park views and two private outdoor terraces offering the best in indoor/outdoor living in one of the few Condominiums on Fifth Avenue. There is simply nothing else like it.

Perched on the 17th floor on Fifth Avenue and 86th Street, offering the ideal elevation and optimal position, this home boasts 46 linear feet of frontage facing Central Park with dramatic Reservoir, Central Park and skyline views from both the living room and the private terraces .

In addition to 800 square feet of outdoor space, this Fifth Avenue corner home features a sprawling and luxurious interior of 2918 square feet boasting 3 spacious corner bedroom suites with double exposures, 4 full bathrooms, a den/dining room (or 4th bedroom), and a windowed eat-in kitchen.

A semi-private landing opens to a welcoming entry foyer leading to the corner double wide living room wrapped in windows framing the spectacular picture postcard direct views of the Reservoir and Central Park and skyline offering rare triple exposure (West, South and North), and seamless integrated dining space perfect for entertaining. Right off the living room is direct access to the private and spacious West terrace of 400 square feet with direct head on sweeping panoramic views of the Reservoir and Central Park and the NYC skyline which are equally stunning day and night. This West terrace is perfect for entertaining, lounging, and al fresco dining.
This West terrace is also accessible from the den/dining room (alternative 4th bedroom).

The windowed eat-in kitchen features polished granite floors, counters and backsplash, and wood-and-glass cabinetry with ample storage.

This home’s well designed layout features three substantial bedroom suites in a separate wing located down the gallery hall away from the entertaining space offering privacy. All three corner bedroom suites are spacious and sun-filled and benefit from windows with double exposure, ensuite bathrooms, and substantial closet space.

The spacious and private luxurious primary suite is a secluded peaceful retreat with two exposures East and North, and offers direct access to a 400 square foot private sun-filled terrace with oblique views of the Reservoir and Central Park as well as stunning sweeping east facing skyline views. The primary suite is designed to accommodate a king size bed and couch, and features a large walk-in closet, two additional reach-in closets, and an ensuite bathroom with double sinks, a walk in shower, and a deep soaking tub. This East terrace off the master bedroom is also accessible from the North secondary bedroom.

This unique home also features a walk-in closet in the foyer, herringbone hard wood floors, HVAC, and in-unit washer and dryer.

1049 Fifth Avenue is one of the few rare Condominium buildings on Fifth Avenue, and is a coveted boutique full-service luxury Condo with only 2 residences per floor in a prime Upper East Side location on Museum Mile next to the Neue Galerie and a few blocks to the Metropolitan Museum.

Built in 1928 as the Adams Hotel, when this elegant pre-war building was converted to a modern residential Condo, it was re-designed by the notable Costas Kondylis Architects.
Residents enjoy white-glove service, including a full-time doorman and concierge, and an on-site resident manager., and a prime Upper East Side location steps to the best in world-class restaurants, and designer shopping.
Pied a terre and pets are welcome.
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About the Building

1049 Fifth Avenue  New York, NY 10028

Condo in Upper East Side

  • 66 Units
  • 22 Stories
  • 1928 Built

Sales listings: 2 active and 90 previous
Rentals listings: 63 previous
Documents and Permits: 273 documents

Unit History

Nearby

Transportation

  • 4 5 6 at 86th St

    0.24 miles

  • Q at 86th Street

    0.49 miles

  • 6 at 77th St

    0.5 miles

  • 6 at 96th St

    0.57 miles

  • B C at 86th St

    0.58 miles

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Schools

District 02 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 006 Lillie D. Blake

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE)

J.H.S. 167 Robert F. Wagner

(06,07,08,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.