223 E 48th St Unit Triplex New York, NY 10017

A rare rental opportunity and magnificent living space, this beautiful top-floor triplex of an historic Turtle Bay townhouse on tree-lined East 48th Street offers the ultimate blend of prewar charm and elegance. Boasting 4 bedrooms, 2 and a half baths and exquisite features, there is no better place to call home in a prized Midtown East location. This very special residence will captivate you from the moment you walk into its spacious light-bathed ambiance. You'll be delighted by the stunning prewar details that surround you, the soaring ceilings that lend airiness, and the impeccably restored hardwood floors that flow throughout. Enjoy the perfect setting for entertaining in the oversized living room with a wood-burning fireplace and stately formal dining room. The huge renovated eat-in kitchen graced by modern finishes and stainless steel appliances will impress most any chef. New granite kitchen countertops as well as a washer/dryer will be installed prior to your moving in. Among the other unique highlights is the tastefully redesigned staircase by the famed Russell Wright, who once used the neighboring townhouse as his design studio, an abundance of oversized walk-in closets, and a wonderful view of tranquil Turtle Bay Gardens from the quiet rear of the home. $9,450/month. Diplomats welcomed.