515 E 89th Street # 3J

-Co-op -Extra quiet, sun-filled, garden-facing unit -In-unit washer/dryer allowed with board approval Discover exceptional living space and treetop courtyard views in this stunning one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence at Gracie Gardens, a revered Upper East Side full-service cooperative just inches from Carl Schurz Park. Breathtaking proportions and bright windows greet you the moment you enter this elegant home featuring tall ceilings, graceful archways, hardwood floors and long art walls. A gracious foyer with a coat closet opens to a formal dining room perfect for lavish gatherings surrounded by designer lighting, additional storage and a recessed art niche. Ahead, the living room stretches another 21 feet long to wide windows overlooking the building's namesake gardens. The separate eat-in kitchen is ideal for casual dining or preparing magnificent feasts thanks to a sunny breakfast nook, wood cabinetry, butcherblock countertops and full-size appliances, including a gas cooktop, wall oven, refrigerator and dishwasher. The corner bedroom offers plenty of room for a king-size bed plus a sitting or home office area, while a wall of closets provides generous wardrobe storage. You'll also find a windowed full bathroom and a convenient linen closet in the bedroom wing. Through-the-wall air conditioning adds year-round comfort to this gorgeous Upper East Side sanctuary. Built in 1942, Gracie Gardens is a beautiful block-through cooperative where residents enjoy 24-hour doorman/concierge service, a live-in superintendent, light-filled lobbies opening to a landscaped inner courtyard, laundry, a children's playroom, storage and bike room. Pets and 80% financing are allowed with board approval. There is a 2% flip tax paid by the seller. Capital assessment of $244.76 per month ends December 2024. Positioned between Carl Schurz Park and iconic Asphalt Green, this Yorkville home delivers front-row access to outstanding waterfront outdoor space and recreation, including a state-of-the-art gym, pool and sports field, a wonderful playground, two dog parks and the spectacular East River Esplanade. Fantastic local dining and nightlife venues line the nearby blocks, and the 86th Street corridor offers world-class shopping and entertainment, including Fairway Market, Target and a nearby Whole Foods. Transportation is a breeze with Q and 4/5/6 trains, excellent bus service, the East 90th Street Ferry Terminal and the FDR all within easy reach.