Brown Harris Stevens

Welcome home to this meticulously renovated, expansive 6002 sq ft corner duplex condominium situated in the coveted Carnegie Hills. Surrounded by best the private schools, world renowned museums, chic restaurants and lovely Madison Avenue shops. Not to mention the magnificent Central Park and the reservoir steps from your front door. This super quiet, sun-filled oasis perched at the tree top level has a private, keyed elevator accessible from both 3rd and 4th levels. As you enter on level 3, you are greeted by a massive sun-filled corner great-room with a custom Marretti staircase designed and imported from Italy. Striking and beautiful, it sets the tone for the rest of this impeccably renovated residence. This is as close as you can get to a new construction but in the heart of Carnegie Hills, on a Central Park block. This home boasts high ceilings, 14-zone Sonos and HVAC throughout, sound proof windows and Planika fireplaces with a full length floating hearth in the living room and a second one in the primary bedroom. Great space for entertaining and hosting memorable parties, can easily accommodate a dinner party of 30 and more. A stunning Bulthaup chef’s kitchen with top of the line appliances including a 6 burner Wolf stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, a full size wine fridge, built-in Miele coffee machine and 2 dish washers. Currently configured as a 5 bedroom, 5 full bathroom and 2 half baths with an option to have as many as 8 bedrooms. Luxurious primary bedroom is tucked away on level 3 and has a gorgeous Lanika fireplace, natural wood accents, discretely tucked away entertainment system and a dressing room the size of a Tribeca studio, with a full bathroom inside the dressing room. The Zen-like en-suite primary bathroom offers heated stone floors and towel racks, Hansgrohe digital shower which also transforms into a steam room, a large soaking tub and an infrared sauna for the ultimate relaxation experience. The 4th Foor also offers beautiful Southeastern exposure facing Madison Avenue Armory that is part of the Hunter school. It is pin drop quiet with gorgeous light streaming through the oversized windows. This floor has a large home theater for those wonderful family movie nights or Super-bowl parties with your private bar, double wine fridge and whimsical circular lighting. Additional 4 bedrooms are also situated on this level, all with lovely views of Madison Avenue ‘s prewar architecture reminiscent of Paris. All have large closets and en-suite bathrooms. Located in one of the most sought after picturesque neighborhoods in the city with a wide array of the finest boutiques, restaurants, schools and museums, 21 East 96th is situated on a tree lined Central Park block. This white glove condo building features a full time doorman, concierge, bicycle storage, storage lockers & a modern recently renovated fitness center. Every square inch of this massive & incredibly designed home exudes luxury craftsmanship & attention to detail. It is a one of a kind residence that feels like a new development with design in mind. Contact us for a private showing and see this rare gem!