$5,500,000

Originally built in 1912 by renowned architects George and Edward Blum, 875 Park Avenue is a distinguished white-glove cooperative known for its elegant architecture, including a strikingly graceful entrance and a grand lobby. This highly desirable residence is a sun-filled, generously scaled classic-seven home and offers open, picturesque views of the tree-lined charm of East 78th Street. The A-Line is located on the most desirable side of the building. Inside, the classic prewar layout is both flexible and beautifully designed, enhanced by high ceilings, large windows, and rich hardwood floors throughout. Historic details are seamlessly blended with modern comforts, including central air conditioning. A semi-private elevator landing leads into a spacious, rectangular Gallery that sets the tone for the home. The Gallery opens to a bright and expansive Living Room and an elegant Dining Room, both overlooking leafy East 78th Street. The living room has four windows unique in the building that contribute to the symmetry and grand proportions of the entertaining space. The windowed Kitchen is supported by a Butler’s Pantry, a separate Laundry Area, and a Staff Room with an en-suite bath. The sunny Primary Suite features a large Bedroom—currently configured as a Library—with lovely open exposures to the east and north, a decorative fireplace, ample closet space, and a full bath. Two additional spacious and light-filled Bedrooms offer abundant closet space. One of these rooms wraps the southeast corner of the building, providing exceptional natural light. Every single room and bathroom have widows with open exposure Residents of 875 Park Avenue enjoy white-glove service, including a full-time doorman, a live-in resident manager, a private state-of-the-art fitness center, and large dedicated storage bins. Ideally located in the heart of the Upper East Side Historic District, the building is moments from Central Park, world-class museums, fine dining, premier shopping on Madison Avenue, and some of the city's top schools. Pets are welcome. The cooperative permits 50% financing, and the 2% flip tax is payable by the seller.