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5th Ave & 70th St. - Renovated Prewar Triplex

Ideally situated on the 9th, 10th and 11th floors of one of Rosario Candela's most distinguished prewar buildings on Fifth Avenue, this meticulously renovated 4/5 bedroom triplex commands wonderful views over the Frick Collection and Gardens, as well as northward views overlooking the entirety of Central Park .

A private elevator landing opens into a beautiful gallery which leads to an impressive paneled living room and library with soaring ceilings, double exposures and oversized windows. The massive space has amazing mahogany paneling and extraordinary moldings. A handsome marble mantle surrounds the wood-burning fireplace.

The elegant corner formal dining room is located at the opposite end of the gallery and can easily seat 12 guests. The entertainment rooms have wonderful views overlooking the Frick Collection and Gardens, and sweeping vistas northward over the entirety of Central Park. A huge renovated eat-in-kitchen with top of the line appliances is located adjacent to the dining room.

The kitchen enjoys wonderful natural sunlight throughout the day. A discrete powder room located off the gallery completes this level of the home.

The 10th floor level of the residence has a huge primary bedroom suite with two renovated windowed bathrooms, and a wood-burning fireplace. There is also an additional corner bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, and a separate corner study/home office facing south and east.

The 11th floor level of the home has a massive 31' x 15' great room with another wood-burning fireplace, and a large corner bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. Both rooms have views of The Frick Collection and Central Park. A corner staff room with private bath complete this level of the home.

2 East 70th St was built in 1928, and occupies one of the most prestigious residential corners in all of Manhattan, at Fifth Avenue and 70th Street. Residents of this prominent cooperative enjoy the highest level of service, privacy and security. There is a flip tax of 3% payable by the Purchaser. Additional amenities includes storage and a residents' gym. Listing courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC ...
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