Apartment 9A, a "Classic Five," is particularly attractive and gracious. Overlooking fifty-seventh Street, this exceptionally large sun-filled living room highlights the prewar details: walls with architectural moldings, wood burning fireplace with mirrored surround, and herringbone floors in a stylish modern tone. The inviting and generous entrance foyer and adjacent windowed dining area with wet bar allow expansive informal entertaining. This flexible layout easily converts to a third bedroom or home office. The eat-in kitchen, with wine cooler, features stainless steel appliances and warm bamboo custom cabinetry. With board approval, a washer and dryer may be installed. Both south facing bedrooms are generously proportioned and provide abundant storage. The secondary bedroom features a streamlined Murphy bed within a walled bookshelf. With a keen eye for detail, the current owners recently renovated both bathrooms with luxurious imported marble. The spa-like details include a deep soaking tub, heated floors, generous walk-in shower, and polished chrome fittings. There is a modernity that enhances the 1920s elegance of 9A.Four hundred nineteen East fifty-seventh Street, a full-service cooperative, is defined by comfort and convenience. The stylish lobby renovation updates the charm and grace of the 1920s. The numerous amenities include a resident manager, twenty-four hour doorman, central laundry room, bike room, gym, storage, and panoramic roof deck. This well-managed building neighbors the one point eight acre Sutton Place Promenade, Trader Joe's Whole Foods ,with Bloomingdale's and Madison Avenue/Fifth Avenue shopping very nearby. Throughout the neighborhood are numerous restaurant favorites: Bistro Vendome ,la Terra ,and Canaletto .Pets and pied-à-terre ownership are permitted .The two percent Flip Tax is paid by the buyer .