17 WEST 54TH STREET, #PHC, New York, NY 10019

Knockout Glamorous Penthouse Probably one of the finest penthouse apartments in Manhattan, words barely begin to describe this unique offering located atop the Rockefeller Apartment buildings. This spacious home has been thoughtfully restored with great care taken to preserve the modernist streamlined architectural details for which the landmark building is known. The marble entry opens to the dramatic corner living room with ceilings that are over 10 feet, a decorative fireplace, custom lighting and herringbone floors. There are three sets of floor to ceiling casement French doors all opening to the massive wrap terrace with incomparable views of some of the most important buildings in midtown Manhattan and a direct bird's eye view of the Museum of Modern Art and the sculpture garden. Whether during the day, sunset or evening there are captivating views in every direction. The master bedroom, with floor to ceiling windows, also overlooks the museum as does the master bath with original details and a porthole window looking up at Rockefeller Center. There are many closets and a half bath in this wing of the apartment. The kitchen has been renovated and boasts an array of high end appliances and has a large window facing east. The apartment is in move in condition, has central air conditioning and an array of beautiful architectural details representative of the international style. Commissioned in 1936 by Nelson Rockefeller, this building and 24 West 55th Street were built on the site of John D. Rockefeller's townhouse and designed by Wallace K. Harrison. The buildings were landmarked in 1984.