experience unobstructed central park views and an elegant terrace lifestyle in this sun-splashed corner co-op in prime carnegie hill between 5th and madison avenues.
graced with a 655-square-foot wraparound terrace and 3 bedrooms and bathrooms, this lovely home offers residents seamless indoor-outdoor living a block from the park and museum mile. parquet hardwood floors run throughout, and sash windows let in abundant northern, southern, and western light.
a grand foyer with double closets lead into a spacious living room saturated with natural light. the living room flows out onto the terrace, which boasts incredible central park views and allows for alfresco dining, sun lounging, and more.
just off the living is a formal corner dining room that connects to a windowed kitchen with a convenient service entrance and ample storage. beyond the kitchen is a secluded bedroom or home office with a private windowed en-suite bathroom.
the primary suite has a massive walk-in closet, southern exposure, direct access to the terrace, and an en-suite bathroom with a deep soaking tub. the remaining bedroom has dual exposure, a pair of deep reach-in closets, and easy access to a third full bathroom.
11 east 86th street is a well-known full-service co-op situated a half-block from central park and museum mile. residents enjoy 24-hour door attendants, private storage, shared laundry, on-site parking, a live-in super, and a private fitness center. the met and guggenheim are moments away, and the building is close to whole foods, levain bakery, and dozens of restaurants, cafes, and shops.
nearby public transportation options include the m1, m2, m3, m4, and m86-sbs bus lines and the 4, 5, 6, and q subway lines. pets and pieds-a-terre are welcome
this direct living terrace commits to being a true outdoor room, with enough width for a proper lounge and dining arrangement without anyone bumping knees. the exposed brick wall and columnar hedges create a sense of enclosure, even if a few neighbors can peek in. west-facing city views at dusk earn the string lights.
Coop|2 Beds|2 Baths|1200 int SF
Direct Living|660 ext SF
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Lincoln Square
24 West 70 #PH4
$1,750,000
Expert Opinion:
the size of this terrace is fine, but it lack any personality or views.
Coop|1 Beds|1 Baths|1100 int SF
Direct Roof|800 ext SF
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Lincoln Square
128 West 70 #10
$1,790,000
Expert Opinion:
fifteen feet of width on a direct roof terrace, virtually staged to suggest what's possible, which is plenty. the actual space is a blank slate with good bones, city views over brick parapets, and the kind of quiet that comes from neighbors who mind their business. a second level terrace below adds 160 square feet more.
Coop|2 Beds|2 Baths|850 int SF
Second Level|350 ext SF
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Midtown West
500 West 45 #210
$1,799,000
Expert Opinion:
the integrated greenery from the adjacent courtyard creates a lush, buffered sanctuary, masking the urban grit. while the dimensions offer solid utility for a morning coffee or a quiet evening, the layout favors intimate solitude over hosting a crowd. it’s a private garden retreat, not a party deck
Condo|2 Beds|2.5 Baths|1137 int SF
Direct Living|220 ext SF
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Gramercy
305 Second Ave #328
$1,800,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace is safely tucked in the back corner of the building surrounded by the building, so it is very quiet, at her expense of a very limited view
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1100 int SF
Living Level|192 ext SF
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Financial District
99 John St #502/3
$1,800,000
Expert Opinion:
twelve feet of width, mature plantings doing the heavy lifting on privacy, and a direct living setup that actually earns the name. the surrounding brick and prewar details give it more character than most midblock courtyards manage. multiple access points and room for two seating areas. neighbors can see in, but so can you.
