Rarely available, apartment 16D is one of eight apartments in the prestigious Parc Vendome condominium with this exact layout which features a sunken living room and soaring approximately 11 foot ceilings. This enormous prewar 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom home has 1,165 s/f of open layout that flows seamlessly. Step down into the huge living room which boasts generous proportions, a wood-burning fireplace and two oversized casement windows that allow for sunlight to flood the living space and offer open city views. This home features the prewar details that are unique to the building such as the beautiful original hardwood floors throughout, picture moldings and casement windows that have all been completely refurbished and are like new. The windowed kitchen is perfectly located off the formal dining room and has a gas range, a farmhouse sink and ample cabinet storage.

The bedroom has two beautiful casement windows that balance the room and two large walk-in closets. The bathroom includes two medicine cabinets, perfect for storage, a cast-iron bathtub and a separate walk-in shower. Two additional walk-in closets off the hallway and foyer complete this home.

Common Charges INCLUDES ELECTRICITY, GAS, WATER and HEAT.

INVESTOR FRIENDLY building with short-term (1-12 month) leases allowed.

Please note there is an ongoing capital assessment of $212 per month.

REAL ESTATE TAXES for investors, pied-a-terre and LLC without any abatement or exemption is $1812 per month.

The Parc Vendome is a full-service, pre-war, white-glove condominium with 24-hour doormen. In addition to the exquisite garden, there are two roof decks with magnificent views.

Superbly located in New York City''s most convenient, vibrant neighborhood with close proximity to Central Park, Lincoln Center, MoMA, the Theater District, Carnegie Hall, and other cultural attractions. The Time Warner Center, home to Equinox and Whole Foods, is just two blocks away. Easy access to Nordstrom flagship, major food markets, and a multitude of restaurants with every cuisine imaginable.

BUILDING AMENITIES: 24 hour doorman; expansive private garden with fountain; two rooftop decks; billiard room; music room; club room; library; private dining room and banquet room, both with access to a catering kitchen; two newly-renovated laundry rooms; bike storage; package room; storage bins (for rent). Pet's welcome!