1088 Park Ave #4B

As you step from the semi-private elevator landing into this magnificent Classic 6 room home, you will be transported to an era of prewar elegance, luxury and charm. The generous entrance gallery flows into a spacious living room, flooded with Eastern light from a wall of windows and centered by a mantled wood burning fireplace. The adjacent large formal dining room enjoys both afternoon sun and views of the extraordinary courtyard. Beyond the formal dining room is a butler's pantry with expertly crafted custom cabinetry adding beauty as well as storage. The kitchen has granite counters, stainless appliances, great storage with an oversized west facing window with views of the courtyard and through wall air conditioning. The adjoining maid's room, presently used as an office, has a guest bathroom with Miele washer/dryer. Both the Master and Second bedrooms are large, facing east over Park Avenue and have en-suite baths. Eastern exposures allow you to wake to the morning sun through large beautiful windows. Stylish pre-war details throughout include original hardwood herringbone floors, multi-paned windows and beams and crown moldings on high ceilings. Additionally, there are wonderful closets throughout the apartment. Presently there is through wall a/c in the Kitchen and Dining room. Central Air is possible for the entire apartment. Designed in 1927 by noted architect Mott Schmidt, 1088 Park Avenue is one of the most beautiful and desirable pre-war co-ops on New York's premier residential street. Its grand entrance and vaulted vestibules lead you to its unrivaled Italianate interior courtyard and garden. The central garden creates an unusual open area of a quarter acre in size. In the spring it is flooded with daffodils and makes a beautiful visual statement that can be viewed from the apartment and from the lobby. Noted for its exceptional and professional staff, 1088 Park Avenue has two newly renovated gyms and the aforementioned magical park-like garden. (Private use of the courtyard is possible) The neighborhood boasts fine dining, shopping, Central Park, and nearby schools. Recreational and cultural attractions include The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Guggenheim Museum, Neue Galerie and Cooper-Hewitt. Excellent public transportation is nearby. The building allows 50% financing, has a 2% flip tax to be paid by the buyer, and is pet friendly. Assessment of $1,915 ending 12/31/2023. Pied a terres allowed.