Understated Prewar Elegance

This ?Classic 5? renovated prewar home is for the discerning buyer who appreciates attention to detail, quality finishes, and flexible layout.  The ?sun-filled? two/three bedroom layout has multiple exposures, however, all principal rooms face South with city views.  The numerous prewar details include a wood burning fireplace, plaster mouldings, high beamed ceilings, French doors, oversized windows and original hardwood floors.   The inviting entrance foyer is currently a spacious dining area and the third bedroom is being used as a den/study. The beautifully proportioned, oversized living room with custom built-ins is ideal for entertaining.  The bedroom wing features two bedrooms and two windowed renovated bathrooms; the master bathroom being ensuite.   There are outfitted closets throughout.  The windowed, eat-in kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, Subzero refrigerator, and washer/dryer. This unique home is a perfect primary residence or sophisticated pied-a-terre.  

Built in 1927, 419 East 57th Street is a full-service, prewar cooperative with a 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, storage area, bike room, recently updated central laundry room, gym, and newly refurbished and extended planted roof deck.  Pets are permitted.  Convenient to the Whole Foods, Bloomingdale?s, public transportation, and the legendary Neary?s.  There is a 2% Flip Tax paid by the buyer.