Sophisticated 8 into 7 room renovated home located in a premier prewar cooperative just off Park Avenue. This splendid apartment has a classic layout that provides for both gracious entertaining and comfortable family living. One enters this elegant residence from a semi-private elevator landing into a 23" entrance gallery leading to the over-sized living room with wood burning fireplace, custom bookshelves and sunny, tree-lined southern exposures over 72nd Street. On the other side of the gallery is the voluminous windowed formal dining room which is currently used as a family room. Adjacent is the enormous chef's eat-in-kitchen with a substantial island and counter seating. Details include: marble countertops, copious storage and Wolf, Subzero and Miele appliances. There is a custom corner banquette for casual dining with 2 large windows overlooking townhouse gardens. Off the kitchen is a laundry room with vented washer/dryer and a bedroom with a separate bath. The large, bright, primary bedroom is located down a private hallway and has a substantial dressing area and with a wall of generous closets. There is an en-suite luxurious marble bath with double sinks, shower, and soaking tub. The second and third bedrooms are well situated and share a traditional bath. Classic pre-war details, high ceilings, beautiful herringbone hardwood floors, original brass fixtures, abundant storage and central & thru-wall A/C comprise this impeccable home. A basement storage room transfers with purchase. 117 East 72nd Street is a distinguished pre-war co-op built in 1928 with a full-time doorman, service staff and live-in resident manager. Pets are allowed. A 2% Flip Tax payable by the purchaser. Financing is not permitted.