Rarely coming to market, you will not want to miss this 2BR/2.5 bath duplex co-op apartment which offers the perfect opportunity to apply your vision and have something truly magical! Owned by one family since the late 70's, you will find a mix of original and updated elements. <br><br>The apartment layout is exceptional. Enter the apartment on the 11th floor to a wall of stylish casement windows facing east with a wonderful view of mid-town Manhattan. The incredible light, expansive living/dining area includes French doors leading to your private 26 x 4 foot long set-back terrace. The handsome built-in office desk with bookshelves and smaller work nook offer the perfect space for today's live/work lifestyle. Rounding out this floor is a windowed kitchen with refrigerator, stove and dishwasher, a charming powder room and two very large foyer closets. <br><br>Take the elegant stairwell upstairs past the landing to a hallway leading to two large bedrooms with oversized windows and two full en-suite baths. The primary bedroom has a windowed walk-in dressing area as well. Being on the upper floor, you will appreciate the great separation of space you don't find today in most NYC apartments. This is a welcoming home in the midst of a bustling city.<br><br>The original casement windows can be found throughout along with hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, a multitude of deep closets and timeless original hardware on every door. The spacious layout of this apartment provides ample room for customization and creativity. <br><br>The location can't be beat. Across the street from MOMA with iconic features of the city outside your door; close to 5th Avenue, Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Broadway, Lincoln Center along with world-class dining, endless shopping and vibrant entertainment at every turn. You are literally situated in the beating heart of the city. <br><br>This welcoming co-op has a full time doorman, can-do superintendent, storage space, bike room (upon availability) and mail delivered to your door. The building is kept in tip-top shape with LL11 having been recently completed. Pied-a-terres, corporate purchases, guarantors and parents buying are permitted. Pets allowed with board approval. Opportunity knocks but once. Schedule a viewing today and see the wonderful possibilities to make this home a stunning gem!<br>