1 East 62nd St 3AB

Become part of history at 1 East 62nd Street. Located in a 42 foot wide limestone mansion, this magnificent home was designed by Horace Trumbauer, Americas greatest classical revivalist architect. It was originally built in 1903 for John R. Drexel (a grandson of the founder of Philadelphia banking house Drexel & Co.) and his socialite wife Alice Troth Drexel. From the time it was completed, 1 East 62nd has enjoyed a rich and varied history. It was converted into apartments in the 1930 s after it had been bequethed to Columbia University. Ernest Hemingway was one of its residents and during his many years in the mansion, wrote The Snows of Kilamanjaro. The elegant entrance foyer of Apartment 3A/B leads into a spectacular sun-filled living room with 12 foot ceilings, a wood burning fireplace, and expansive south facing windows. This historic and grand structure has been restored and modernized to the highest standards, including central air conditioning, two master suites, two baths, an eat-in kitchen, three wood burning fireplaces, washer/dryer, separate storage facilities and original details throughout. Located just steps from Fifth Avenue, this gracious home is for those who treasure individuality and European-style, along with all of the modern amenities of a full service Condominium building.