2-bedroom apartment for sale in Upper East Side-Carnegie Hill

Timeless Park Avenue Elegance with Endless Potential Discover the timeless appeal of classic Park Avenue living in this gracious duplex residence at 1020 Park Avenue. Rich in architectural character and beautifully proportioned throughout, this distinguished home presents a rare opportunity to enjoy immediately or transform into a truly spectacular custom residence. A welcoming entry foyer introduces the home's elegant layout, with the powder room and windowed kitchen thoughtfully positioned on either side. Beyond, a dramatic gallery showcases a sweeping curved staircase-the home's defining architectural feature. The expansive living room extends from one side of the gallery, while the formal dining room occupies the other, creating an effortless flow for both grand entertaining and intimate gatherings. The graceful, curved staircase leads to a private upper level devoted to the split bedroom wing, where the generously proportioned primary suite is complemented by a spacious second bedroom with an en-suite bath. A washer/dryer completes the floor. Generous closets throughout, oversized windows, gracious room proportions, and classic prewar details reflect the enduring elegance synonymous with Park Avenue. Maintained in good, semi-original condition, this special residence offers the ideal canvas for a purchaser seeking to preserve its character while incorporating their own vision and style. Residents of 1020 Park Avenue enjoy the impeccable service of a premier white-glove cooperative with full-time doormen, resident management, and an outstanding staff. Ideally situated in the heart of Carnegie Hill, the building is moments from Central Park, Museum Mile, Madison Avenue's renowned boutiques and restaurants, the new Butterfield on Madison, and some of Manhattan's finest public and private schools and cultural institutions. An exceptional opportunity to create a remarkable Park Avenue home in one of Manhattan's most coveted residential settings. Storage unit transfers with the apartment. Bike room. Maximum financing is 50% of the purchase price. 2% flip-tax paid by the buyer.