Designed for gracious living this Upper West Side 2 bedroom 2 bathroom residence makes a striking first impression from the moment you arrive. The apartment opens to a proper foyeran elegant prelude that sets the tone for the home beyond. The living room is flooded with southern light and framed by open city views, creating a luminous and inviting setting for everyday living. To the north, the beautifully proportioned formal dining roomcomplete with original French door is the perfect backdrop for festive dinner parties. Alternatively, it can be easily converted back to a third bedroom - allowing for the ultimate flexibility of space. The kitchen - thoughtfully designed and impeccably appointed, features Sub-Zero and Gaggenau appliances, sleek stainless-steel countertops, Italian Valcucine custom cabinetry, and exceptional storage, including multiple pantries to meet every culinary and household need. The primary bedroom is a serene retreat, bathed in natural light and boasting cinematic open views, two generous closets, and a calm, restorative ambiance. The windowed primary bath in clad in buff ceramic and glass subway tile, outfitted with Dornbracht fixtures, an oversized vanity, and a decadently deep Japanese-style soaking tub. The second bedroom, tucked away on the other side of the apartment, offers its own ingeniously designed, windowed en-suite bath/wet roomperfect for guests or a private home office suite. Additional highlights include an in-unit washer and dryer, through-wall air conditioning, high ceilings, and beautifully restored prewar details such as solid oak floors and decorative moldings. Seamlessly blending modern convenience with timeless elegance, this exceptional home draws inspiration from Mid-Century Modern. Apartment 13E is not just a residenceits a statement, and a home to truly admire and adore. Designed by beloved pre-war architect Rosario Candela, 161 West 75th Street is a pet-friendly, 24-hour doorman building with a resident manager. The amenities include a furnished rooftop with stunning city views, storage units and bike storage, a central laundry room, and a resident courtyard garden. Located two short blocks to to transportation, shopping, and situated perfectly between Riverside and Central Park make 161 W 75th an ideal place to call home. Please note: 2% flip tax paid by the buyer.