Built in 1912 by master architects George and Edward Blum and notable for its impressively graceful entrance and lobby, 875 Park Avenue is a highly sought-after white-glove cooperative. Gloriously sunny and elegant, this generously proportioned eleven room residence wraps the northern corners of the building and is perfectly situated to feature lovely open outlooks over Park Avenue and tree-lined East 78th Street. The extremely versatile and attractive layout is further enhanced by large windows, beautiful hardwood floors, and high ceilings throughout. Wonderful prewar details are complemented by central air conditioning and a modern sensibility. Accessed by a semi-private elevator landing, the large rectangular Gallery opens to three marvelous and beautifully proportioned public rooms, connected en enfilade. The large Living Room is abundantly bright, as is the corner Library which has very pretty and open eastern and northern outlooks, and the handsome Dining Room. A Powder Room and coat closets are conveniently accessible. Beyond, there is a windowed Kitchen supported by a convenient Pantry, a Laundry area, and a Staff Room with an ensuite bath. Set apart by a secondary Gallery space, the tranquil Primary Suite includes a sun-flooded corner Master Bedroom with attractive western and northern views over Park Avenue and East 78th Street and a wood-burning fireplace. Adjacent is a wonderfully large Sitting Room with additional outlooks over Park Avenue, a cozy Study, two bathrooms, and very ample closets. There are two further large and cheery Bedrooms. One of these wraps a southeast corner, and both are filled with light. Each has ample closets and its own bathroom. Amenities at 875 Park Avenue include impeccable staffing with a full-time doorman and a resident manager, a private state-of-the art fitness center, and large dedicated storage bins Ideally situated in the heart of the Upper East Side's historic district, this wonderful apartment is convenient to Madison Avenue's shops and restaurants, to many of New York City's best schools, museums, and galleries, and is but moments from Central Park. Pets are welcome. 875 Park Avenue allows 50% financing, and the 2% flip tax is payable by the seller.
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