New York (Turtle Bay), NY, 10017 | $950,000

Residence 19S at highly sought after Turtle Bay Towers presents an exceedingly rare opportunity to acquire a gut-renovated, sprawling loft, perfectly marrying downtown aesthetics with midtown convenience. Perched on a high floor with unparalleled South and East-facing views, this special home is perfect for end users or investors alike: unlimited subletting is allowed from your very first day of ownership.

Step into the home to be greeted by a long, elegant foyer and an immediate sense of open space from the property's twelve foot beamed ceilings. Light pours in from the uniquely special solarium/full wall of windows at the southern end of the space. An especially rare feature, the solarium bathes residence 19S is light all day long while offering exceptional views of the East River, the Chrysler building and beyond.

Legally a studio, this perfectly symmetrical space can easily be converted into a one bedroom (see alternate floor plan) or a two-bedroom with an interior room. In its current form, the massive open floor plan allows for a dedicated dining area, living area, office, bedroom and an enormous open kitchen. Gut renovated to perfection by the current owner, the stunning open kitchen features Caeserstone countertops, stainless appliances by GE, Bosch & Whirlpool, an enormous marble breakfast bar, a farmhouse sink and storage and prep space galore. Further along the nearly 30 foot living space lies the dining area and the living room, making for plentiful space to entertain - far more than the average studio, one, or two bedroom home at this price point.

At the far end of the apartment - perched perfectly underneath the solarium - is the bedroom and office space. Currently featuring a king sized bed, additional storage and remote-controlled custom window treatments, this expansive area can easily be closed off to become a legal bedroom with absolutely staggering open views and light.

Finally, the gut-renovated, oversized bathroom is lined with gorgeous Carrara marble, Kohler rain shower and hardware and an enormous linen closet. This unicorn property further features a custom walk-in closet, hardwood floors throughout along with central heat and AC.

Located in prime Midtown East just a half block from the UN, Turtle Bay Towers is a full service, impeccably-managed Condop (a coop with condo-like rules). There is a full-time doorman, live-in super, a roof deck, private storage for rent and onsite parking. Investors are welcome, as are pied a terre users and pets. World class shopping and dining is just beyond your front door while transportation options abound.

Don't miss this rare opportunity to purchase perhaps the finest residence in Turtle Bay Towers.

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