Welcome to this expansive apartment which boasts 7 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms, 2 powder rooms, and 3 large balconies. Endless views of the East River and cityscapes can be seen from 46 windows facing east, west, north and south in this approximately 4,400 interior square foot home. Rarely do you find such a large well planned layout, all on one floor, in a full service building; this apartment offers an incredible lifestyle.
You are greeted by a gracious foyer with an elegant coffered ceiling, and a gallery with a pedestal for your favorite sculpture or flowers. There are coat closets hidden behind gorgeous Anigre paneled doors all before entering over 1,300 sq. ft of open concept living, kitchen, dining, wet bar, powder room and the first of 3 balconies. Walnut built-in cabinetry surrounds the entertaining area, and there are wide-plank Wenge hardwood floors, exceptional sunlight, and expansive views throughout. This is truly an entertainer's dream home.
The very large open chef's kitchen features a SubZero refrigerator, 6-burner Wolf stove with griddle and dual oven, Miele dishwasher, Wolf microwave, Abbaka copper hood, hand-crafted Crowne Pointe cabinetry, marble countertops, a hidden walk-in pantry and travertine floors. There is a large island with seating for 4 and banquette dining for 8.
There are 4 large bedrooms, 2 large offices, and a fantastic media den (listed as 7 bedrooms). The den is an ideal studio 'apartment' within this home: It has its own large, windowed kitchenette featuring a Viking microwave, refrigerator, two-drawer dishwasher, sink, and black cherry hardwood floors, a bathroom and a large balcony.
There are 16 fitted closets including 5 walk-in closets and a 13'6'x7'10' storage room that fits luggage, strollers, sports equipment, etc. There is hand crafted maple and walnut custom built-in cabinetry throughout this apartment for additional storage and a full sized laundry room with a sink, cabinetry, hang-dry space and countertop. The 19th floor is one of only 2 floors in the entire building with high ceilings: up to 9 feet; a rarity in a post-war building.
This apartment has stunning high quality finishes throughout such as a slate decorative fireplace, central air conditioning and much more. This massive apartment has to be seen to be fully appreciated.
Nestled among all the best private schools in NYC, half a block from Asphalt Green, one block from Carl Schurz Park and the East River Promenade, and easy access to the FDR Drive allows for a quick getaway every weekend. 1725 York is also near some of the best food and culture the Upper East Side has to offer!
East River Tower at 1725 York Avenue and East 89th Street is a full service building with 24 hr doorman and a live-in resident manager. This is a pet friendly building with a gym and garage on-site. There is even direct access to Yorkville Tennis Club from the building. This well run Coop allows co-purchasing, pied a terre purchases, and guarantors. There is a 1.75% flip tax paid by the buyer.
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