Sophisticated Prewar 2 Bedroom in Carnegie Hill
Located just one block from the park, this extremely chic prewar two bedroom, two bathroom corner home has been renovated to perfection. With a layout that is unique to the building, this stunning residence features a spectacular sunken living room with soaring 13 foot beamed ceilings and a wall of windows facing east. An oak staircase with a gorgeous glass and steel railing leads up to a spectacular dining mezzanine that overlooks the living room. Just off the dining mezzanine is a large, renovated, windowed kitchen with white shaker-style cabinetry, Ceasarstone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a Carerra marble backsplash and a marble marquetry floor. With superb cabinet and counter-top work space, the kitchen has been designed for those who like to cook and entertain.
Quiet and bright, the large north-facing master bedroom features two large closets and a beautifully renovated en-suite bathroom finished in marble and porcelain tile. The quiet, oversized corner-exposure second bedroom has been converted into an east-facing bedroom with a large customized wall closet plus a wonderful north-facing windowed home office that is separated by a pair of pocket doors. The renovated windowed second bathroom, with a bathtub, has been finished with Calacutta marble including a Calacutta marble chevron-patterned floor.
Additional feature of the home include a gracious entry foyer with a marble top built-in, a Washer/Dryer, five large closets plus storage under the living room staircase, newly-refinished solid oak expresso-colored floors and marble window sills throughout.
Built in 1929, 49 East 96th Street is a full-service Art Deco cooperative located just one block from Central Park. This pet-friendly building features a gorgeous Art Deco lobby, 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, common bike storage, small work out room, laundry room and private storage available for rent. The building permits 60% financing and a 2% flip tax is paid by the buyer.
