Discover quintessential New York elegance and the ultimate luxury of space in one of Manhattan's most highly regarded cooperatives. Located at the most scenic of locations on The Drive, 173-175 Riverside Drive is a stately building designed and built by J.E.R. Carpenter in 1925 and converted to coop in 1968. Originally 165 units, apartments range in size from 3 to 11 rooms. The building is well known for it impeccable and unmistakable white glove service. The building spans the Riverside block from 89th to 90th Streets, with doorman attended entrances on each side. Apartment 1G, a grandly proportioned maisonette, is accessed from the 90th Street lobby. With its outstanding dimensions totaling +/- 1700 square feet, this is an ideal residence for a homeowner seeking space for entertaining, art collections or just because! Enter a large central foyer leading to a graciously grand living room with classic prewar elements including a decorative fireplace. The nearly square 16 x 14'6 dining room is adjacent and also accessed from the kitchen. Any chef would delight in the well-appointed Poggenpohl kitchen with abundant cabinetry including two pull-out pantries. The appliances are top of the line; a vented DCS 5 burner range and warming oven, built in Dacor microwave, Miele Dishwasher, GE Profile refrigerator and Bosch Washer/Dryer. A classic butler's pantry offers even more additional storage. Within the home, there are six enormous walk-in closets and a double width linen closet. Both bedrooms are expansive, with the primary measuring 24' x 13'6. Each bedroom has beautifully renovated and well-appointed windowed en suite bathrooms. Both bathrooms offer shower head with hand-held systems and Robern cabinets. The primary bathroom has a walk-in shower with bench. The marble-clad second bathroom has a tub. While the apartment is quite expansive, the low maintenance makes this home an incomparable find! Amenities in the building include a fitness center, playroom, game room, two laundry rooms, storage and bicycle rooms (wait listed and as available). The building permits central air conditioning with board approval. Pets are permitted. 50% financing. Buyer pays 2% flip tax. There are no assessments at this time. Please note, purchase must be as a primary residence. Pieds a terre are not permitted. ALL FURNISHED ROOMS ARE VIRTUALLY STAGED. BEDROOM 2 IS SHOWN AS EITHER A SECOND BEDROOM OR HOME OFFICE.