If you had always dreamed of moving to Carnegie Hill and the Upper East Side and finding the right balance of space and location, this could be your perfect opportunity! Ideally located just one block away from Central Park, in one of the most desirable residential areas of East 86th Street, between Park and Madison Avenue, this stunning high ceiling, architecturally detailed 3-bedroom apartment has been meticulously and elegantly renovated and could be your own private tranquil sanctuary today! Enter the apartment through a Grand Hallway which leads to an expansive and elegantly-proportioned South-facing Living Room that has ample sunshine pouring in, open city views, and oversized windows overlooking a wide tree-lined 86th Street. The large windowed chef's Eat-In Kitchen easily accommodates a large 6-seater dining table, and includes a 6-burner Viking gas stove, Sub-Zero Refrigerator, and Miele Dishwasher, along with a modern French style Waterworks faucet, Granite countertops and custom made cabinetry. The elegant and luxurious Bathroom features Carrara Marble tiled flooring and Waterworks bathtub and toilet and Waterworks fittings and fixtures. Other noteworthy features include high ceilings, Brazilian Walnut hardwood floors throughout, and a newly installed Mitsubishi air-conditioning system. Washer/dryers are permitted in this building, and plumbing hook-up is already in place in the apartment for a washer/dryer. The layout of the apartment offers ample versatility and can easily be converted (subject to requisite approvals) into a 2 bedroom and 2 bathroom with a formal dining room. In addition, the apartment comes with a large dedicated storage locker in the basement for a nominal monthly fee. This sought-after prewar building, 61 East 86th Street, is an extremely well run and well-maintained doorman cooperative. The building provides its residents with complimentary use of commercial sized washers/dryers in the basement, a children's playroom, private storage spaces, and bicycle storage. It is conveniently located to Central Park, the Museum Mile (including the Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums), and designer boutiques and restaurants along Madison Avenue. The co-op permits financing up to 75% and is pet friendly. This charming and delightful residence was finished to the highest standards and will offer you a tranquil retreat within proximity to entertainment and convenience. You must see it today! All information is submitted subject to errors and omissions, change of price, prior sale or lease, and withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions please hire your own architect or engineer.