141 5TH Avenue #5C

This coveted corner 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath loft seamlessly blends prewar grandeur with modern, top-of-the-line finishes and custom details creating a truly special home in the former Merchant's Bank of New York, located in the heart of Flatiron. Through the foyer, enter the elegant 1,766 square foot residence. The impressive scale of the great room is accentuated by 10.5 foot ceilings and 8 oversized windows that wrap around the large living space. The curved plate glass bay window creates an inviting dining space fit for formal or casual entertaining. Dramatic espresso-stained, wide-plank oak floors run throughout. The English style open kitchen is outfitted with hand-painted cabinetry, a walnut and marble island with breakfast bar, fully-vented 6-burner Wolf range, glass door Sub-Zero fridge, an additional Sub-Zero wine fridge and Miele coffee system. Enjoy the calm indoors and your own private wing with the ideal split bedroom layout. The gracious primary suite features two large closets, including one walk-in built out with custom shelving and drawers. Luxuriate in the tranquil en-suite bathroom with an oversized Waterworks freestanding tub, stall shower, double vanity, mosaic marble floors and Waterworks fixtures. The second bedroom is also generously proportioned and serviced by another full marble bath. Additionally, there is a powder room right off the foyer, as well as an alcove with beautiful, custom-built bookshelves that was previously a home office and could easily be converted back. Additional conveniences include a washer/dryer, central A/C, built-in sound system and motorized shades throughout. Built in 1897, this Beaux Arts classic with a unique curved facade, copper cupola and terra cotta detailing, was converted to a boutique loft condominium with 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, and gorgeous roof terrace. Located in the center of Flatiron, you are surrounded by landmarks like the Ladies Mile Historic District, Madison Square Park, Union Square Park, and some of the best restaurants, shopping and entertainment the city has to offer.