333 East 53 Street   Unit PHB

You can have it all! This stunning and sophisticated prewar terraced penthouse apartment has been meticulously renovated to appeal to the most discerning buyer. Bathed in spectacular sunlight at all hours of the day, this gracious home has a large living room with woodburning fireplace, large windows with custom automatic shades and retractable awnings overlooking a planted terrace with a magnificent view of the United Nations and the East River. The second bedroom currently is being used as a dining room with breathtaking views of Midtown but could easily be reconfigured back into the second bedroom if desired. The dream chef's kitchen is large and inviting, featuring white Carrera marble counters, a white subway tile backsplash, top of the line appliances, an abundance of storage and counterspace and features a magnificent view east overlooking Midtown. With the terrace accessible directly from the kitchen, you can even keep herbs outside. The elegant bedroom has two exposures and a large bathroom ensuite with an oversized stall shower with beautiful hardware and details. Dark hardwood floors and high ceilings throughout, the apartment is also wired for sound and has unusually generous closets and storage space.This well-run, full-service building is located on a residential block but is just steps from the city's finest dining, shopping and transportation and is a dream commute to midtown. It features a handsome lobby, 24-hour doorman, along with a gym, a spectacular roof deck, bicycle room, central laundry room, additional private storage subject to availability, and a live-in super. Dogs are allowed up to a maximum of 30 lbs. Pied a terres are welcome but no guarantors. 75% financing. Flip tax paid by purchaser. Co-exclusive.