19 E 72nd St #9/10C, Manhattan, NY 10021

This elegant 4BR/4.5BA duplex located in a preeminent cooperative designed by renowned architects, Rosario Candela and Mott Schmidt, spans approximately 3600 square feet and features the hallmarks of a pre-war masterpiece - classic proportions, sun-flooded rooms, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, oversized windows, two fireplaces and outstanding flow perfect for grand entertaining or comfortable living. Upon arrival at this impeccably maintained residence, a gracious entrance gallery opens to a sun-flooded living room of impressive scale with ceiling heights over 10’, a wood burning fireplace and enormous windows streaming southern light and open picturesque views towards the beautiful mansions on 72nd Street. Adjacent to the foyer is a large formal dining room anchored by a decorative fireplace with pretty outlooks north over the townhouses of East 73rd Street and beyond. An expansive powder room, dry bar and a large coat closet are conveniently situated in the foyer. Completing the 9th floor space is the light-filled, eat-in kitchen which offers in-unit laundry and three windows embracing northern and eastern outlooks. A sunny breakfast room alongside the kitchen could be incorporated to create a larger kitchen or left as-is and used as an office or den. There is also a service pantry with plentiful cabinets and storage space. The private quarters of this wonderful home are located on the 10th floor and are accessed by an elegant curved staircase off the entry gallery or by the passenger elevator. The primary bedroom suite offering brilliant sunshine and open views south over 72nd Street includes three large closets plus an enormous, windowed, en-suite bathroom. The two substantial secondary bedrooms, one of which is configured as a handsome library, have excellent light, ample closet space and en-suite bathrooms. A separate hall leads to the fourth bedroom (formerly two staff rooms) with dual exposures north and east, a private bathroom, and access to the back staircase leading to the kitchen. 19 East 72nd Street with its architectural provenance and stately limestone facade is considered one of the premier buildings in Manhattan. This white glove, full service cooperative includes a highly attentive staff, private fitness center and designated storage bins. 50% financing is permitted and pets are welcome. There is a 2.5% flip tax. Please note that there is an ongoing assessment for Apartment 9/10C of $152.32 per month. *Square footage is based on calculation by a third party professional draftsperson.