655 Park Avenue   Unit 2D

An elegant and meticulous classic 8 into 7 in one of Park Avenue's most highly regarded buildings. This gracious home is perfectly situated on the 3rd floor with serene views of the Park Avenue malls over the building's gardens to the West and large private gardens with trees and plantings to the East.

The semi-private elevator landing leads to a foyer and on to a grand gallery with delicate moldings and detailed arches into the living room with a wood-burning fireplace framed by an antique marble mantle. With the adjourning formal dining room the apartment offers more than 40' expanse of entertaining space, with open garden views East and West. Both rooms enjoy tremendous sunlight, early morning from the East and afternoon sunsets in West.

The charming west facing Library/ 3rd Bedroom opens off the gallery and shares a bath with the 2nd bedroom. The Master Bedroom is isolated for privacy and has an extensive dressing area with custom closets. A large renovated EIK with top-of the-line appliances, including refrigeration drawers, a wine cooler and a W/D, has been expanded with a windowed banquet seating and an office/staff room with a full bath. The apartment has been impeccably restored with central A/C, audio speakers, herringbone floors, 9'6 ceilings, crown moldings, original hand chased hardware and prewar details.

The landmarked building was built in 1924 by Mott Schmidt and J.E.R. Carpenter in the Georgian style. Other occupants of 655 Park have included William K. Vanderbilt, Jr. and Hamilton Fish. Its ideal location is perfectly situated for its neighborhood high-end boutiques, world renowned museums, and excellent restaurants.