Bring your architect and contractor to create your dream home on the Upper East Side! This oversized 1-Bedroom, Junior 4 apartment awaits your personal touch. The living room is sprawling and features south facing windows overlooking a quiet tree-lined street, perfect for privacy and an abundance of natural light. The living area features a dining alcove that could be converted into a nursery, home office, or a second bedroom. While the kitchen could potentially be opened up, creating a modern open concept feeling. The large primary bedroom also showcases south facing windows, a large double closet, and enough space for a work-from-home setup if desired. Other features of the apartment include excellent closet space and a bright neutral bathroom. Conveniently located on a tree-lined street just around the corner from the Q line's 72nd street subway stop. The neighborhood features a plethora of restaurants, cafes, and gourmet markets in the area including La Esquina, JG Melon, Tacombi, and The Beach Cafe. You will also find easy access to Equinox, Target, Central Park, St. Catherine's Park, the 72nd Street crosstown bus, and the Q and 6 trains. Located in the heart of the Upper East Side, The Diplomat has a terrific live-in Super, doorman (7 days a week, 8am to 1am), handyman, renovated laundry room, storage lockers, bike storage, and garage. Pied-a-terre, gifting, co-purchasing allowed on a case by case basis. Subletting allowed after two years of ownership with board approval. Sorry, no pets or washer/dryers in unit. All showings are by appointment only. Please note some photos have been virtually staged.