860 5TH Ave PHH

Perched atop the 20th and 21st floors of a premier Fifth Avenue cooperative, this grand, sun-flooded 11-room duplex penthouse offers panoramic Central Park views, refined interiors, high ceilings, and coveted on-site parking at a discounted rate. Spanning approximately 3,300 square feet interior and 545 square feet exterior, the residence features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a wraparound terrace, and expansive entertaining spaces with ceilings up to approximately 9'9".

Enter via a semi-private elevator landing on the 21st floor, which opens to a gracious central gallery with coat closet. From here, access the dramatic entertaining space with ceilings up to 9'9", including a corner living room with wood-burning fireplace and three exposures, a richly paneled formal dining room with dual wine refrigeration, and a spacious den-all with direct access to a wraparound terrace boasting breathtaking park views. A large eat-in kitchen with three windows is outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances including a 48" Garland range with Best by Broan vented hood, Sub-Zero refrigerator, dual sinks and Miele dishwashers, and a pantry closet. A powder room completes the upper level.

The 20th floor, which is also accessible by elevator, is devoted to private living quarters. The oversized primary suite overlooks Central Park and features a covered private balcony, two large walk-in closets, and a luxurious five-piece spa bathroom. Two additional bedrooms include one with an ensuite bath and the other with a full bath across the hall, both showcasing open eastern views over Madison Avenue. This level also offers a windowed laundry room with abundant storage, plus a staff room with a full bath and closet.

Other features of the home include central air conditioning, and built-in shades. Additionally, a private storage cage in the basement is included in the sale.

860 Fifth Avenue at East 68th Street is a distinguished full-service cooperative designed by Sylvan Bien in 1950. The building features 153 residences on 21 floors and offers a suite of amenities including a doorman, porter, and live-in resident manager, on-site garage with discounted rates, fitness room, bike room, and laundry facilities. Pets (pending board interview), pied-a-terre ownership, co-purchasing, and use as a secondary residence are all permitted. Maximum financing 50% and there is a two (2%) percent flip tax payable by the purchaser.