245 East 72nd St. #17C/18C

This elegant duplex apartment is approximately 2300 square feet with a 500 square foot wrap-around terrace, in a historic Bing and Bing building. Recently fully renovated in mint condition with three bedrooms and a windowed office which can be converted into a fourth bedroom, and four full bathrooms. Throughout the apartment there are coved and beamed ceilings, custom built-in closets, solid oak floors, Lutron light switches, and a six zone Niles sound system (kitchen, dining room, living room, master bedroom, master bathroom, and terrace). The apartment boasts a large open living room and kitchen with central AC, five sets of French doors which open onto the fully exposed and mature planted terrace featuring Northern, Eastern and Southern exposures with stunning architectural details. Extra features include two fully electric retractable awnings. The bright kitchen has top-of the line subzero appliances including wine storage, custom cabinets throughout including in the breakfast area, Calacatta marble counters and backsplash. Grasscloth wallpaper lines the entry hall and extends down the curved graceful staircase. The spacious master bedroom has a very large Southern facing window, two generous closets, an en-suite master bath with Calacatta marble tile. The second bedroom has twin arched Southern facing tall windows and build-in cabinets. The third bedroom has a very large Northern facing window and built-in bookcases. The fourth room is smaller and may be used as an office with an Eastern facing window, or converted into a fourth bedroom. The storage space is endless and includes a significant walk-in, under-stair closet with Wood Mode custom cabinets. The tile and flooring for the kitchen and four bathrooms are from Ann Sacks and the fixtures are all from Waterworks. The laundry room has a separate service entrance, custom cabinets providing ample storage and a new Asko washer and dryer. This special apartment commands light and space – it is truly a rare find given the combination of quality of outdoor space and attractive views with pre-war charm and character.