This glorious classic 9 room apartment in the prime heart of the Upper East Side boasts the perfect flow for entertaining as well as day to day life. Radiating off the large square gallery, the grand, sunny 26' living room, with wood burning fireplace, faces South over 72nd Street. The adjoining library (now 4th bedroom) and formal dining room can offer expansive public space, while the private bedroom wing brings peace and quiet with 3 bedrooms and 3 baths. The eat-in chef's kitchen adjoins 2 large staff rooms with bath. There is an abundance of prewar architectural detail, hi ceilings and herringbone oak floors. The building designed by renowned Schwartz and Gross, has just celebrated its 100th birthday. There is a full time doorman, live in Superintendent, a gym, bike room and basement storage area. The maintenance includes electric. A 2% flip tax is payable half by seller and half by buyer. Pets are welcome. The neighborhood is convenient for Central Park, excellent restaurants, charming boutique shops, renowned museums and fine academic institutions.