Rarely coming to market, you will not want to miss this 2BR/2.5 bath duplex co-op apartment which offers the perfect opportunity to apply your vision and have something truly magical! Owned by one family since the late 70's, you will find a mix of original and updated elements. The apartment layout is exceptional. Enter the apartment on the 11th floor to a wall of stylish casement windows facing east with a wonderful view of mid-town Manhattan. The incredible light, expansive living/dining area includes French doors leading to your private 26 x 4 foot long set-back terrace. The handsome built-in office desk with bookshelves and smaller work nook offer the perfect space for today's live/work lifestyle. Rounding out this floor is a windowed kitchen with refrigerator, stove and dishwasher, a charming powder room and two very large foyer closets. Take the elegant stairwell upstairs past the landing to a hallway leading to two large bedrooms with oversized windows and two full en-suite baths. The primary bedroom has a windowed walk-in dressing area as well. Being on the upper floor, you will appreciate the great separation of space you don't find today in most NYC apartments. This is a welcoming home in the midst of a bustling city. The original casement windows can be found throughout along with hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, a multitude of deep closets and timeless original hardware on every door. The spacious layout of this apartment provides ample room for customization and creativity. The location can't be beat. Across the street from MOMA with iconic features of the city outside your door; close to 5th Avenue, Central Park, Carnegie Hall, Broadway, Lincoln Center along with world-class dining, endless shopping and vibrant entertainment at every turn. You are literally situated in the beating heart of the city. This welcoming co-op has a full time doorman, can-do superintendent, storage space, bike room (upon availability) and mail delivered to your door. The building is kept in tip-top shape with LL11 having been recently completed. Pied-a-terres, corporate purchases, guarantors and parents buying are permitted. Pets allowed with board approval. Opportunity knocks but once. Schedule a viewing today and see the wonderful possibilities to make this home a stunning gem!