171 E 94TH Street

Built in the 1890's and retaining many original details, 171 East 94th Street is perfectly located on a lovely and tranquil block in Carnegie Hill. This stunning 4 story classic brownstone sits in a row of brownstones that are separated in the rear by double deep gardens to the north that run the length of the block, creating a true oasis in the heart of the city. This 4 story (plus a cellar) residence stands approximately 19 feet wide with approximately 3,500 square feet of interior living space and an additional 4,097 square feet of unused FAR. Wonderful attributes found throughout the house include high ceilings, grand room proportions, original hardwood floors, and wonderful sunlight. Regularly updated and lovingly maintained in excellent condition, one can move right in, or customize as needed or desired. A stoop leads to the main floor, with an entry foyer that affords a view through the house to the gardens behind. The foyer leads to a dining room and a living room with soaring ceilings, a marble fireplace, and a separate seating area framed by French doors, with a balcony and steps leading to a large garden, all providing a great flow for entertaining. In the front of the floor is a renovated eat-in kitchen. Sunny and cheerful, the south-facing kitchen is furnished with top-of-the-line appliances, marble countertops, and custom cabinetry. One floor up is the south-facing primary bedroom with a renovated en-suite bathroom, a second bedroom/library with a fireplace and a terrace overlooking the gardens, a washer/dryer closet, and a second bathroom. The top floor features two bedrooms and an office/bedroom. There are two full bathrooms on this floor. The garden floor contains a spacious family room with sliding glass doors opening directly to the garden. There is a guest bedroom with bath, a half bath, and a separate kitchenette, making it perfect for guests or as a source of income, as the home is a legal 2 family residence, with a separate street entrance for the garden floor and the ability to close the stairwell from the main floor to the garden floor.