CONTRACT SIGNED! Exquisitely renovated, 6 room into 5 room home in the most desirable Upper East Side location. Residence 9A is a triple mint apartment, having recently underwent a complete gut renovation with high-end custom finishes. Enter the apartment into an impressive 20' long gallery, setting the tone for this classically laid out home, boasting ebony stained herringbone wood floors and two entry closets. The gallery leads to the gracious living room with OPEN VIEWS featuring a wood-burning fireplace with a handsome mantle, herringbone floors and two large storage closets. The fabulous high-end, eat-in, chef's kitchen is bathed in sunlight all day long, and features a 4 burner Wolf range, stainless steel Kohler farm sink, Fisher & Paykel 2 drawer dishwasher, Liebherr refrigerator,custom white cabinetry, hammered black slate countertops, and a built-in banquette with hidden storage beneath.  The en-suite master bedroom boasts an incredible 10'x7' completely outfitted, walk-in closet, windowed white marble bathroom, and an additional closet.  The second bedroom, currently used as a nursery, provides enfilade into the living room and master bedroom but can easily be reverted back to its original layout, should it be needed.  A sophisticated den, formerly a dining room, offers convenient access to the kitchen and is perfect for casual evenings at home or formal dinner parties. The second bathroom, also windowed, has designer tumbling block patterned floors, and a black marble-lined stall shower with rainfall showerhead. Other notable features include: abdunance of closet space, a full laundry/utility room with Bosch Washer/Dryer, sink and extra storage space, 9'3 ceilings throughout, brushed silver hardware and hinges on each closet door, A/V system and chic bedroom corridor with tasteful carpet makes this home ready for its next owner to move right in.   162 East 80th Street is a classic 10 story pre-war building, situated on a beautiful townhouse and tree lined street.  The building features just 3 apartments per floor, and offers a full-time doorman, live in resident manager, laundry room, bicycle storage and individual storage. 2% flip tax by buyer. Pied a terre and co-purchasing, case by case. Pets allowed.