848,000

Embrace exceptional light, volume and privacy in this sophisticated one-bedroom, two-bathroom duplex penthouse in a historic Lenox Hill cooperative.Unique on the market, this corner penthouse shares just one wall with a neighboring residence and offers two separate points of access, including a private entrance on the bedroom level.Soaring ceilings reaching approximately 18 feet and abundant windows create a dramatic, light-filled main level. The generous proportions provide ample space for both a formal dining room and a spacious living room, complemented by northern exposures, built-ins and a decorative marble fireplace. The adjacent windowed kitchen features glass-front cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, while a full guest bathroom completes the floor.Upstairs, the expansive mezzanine offers enough space for both a dedicated home office and an exercise or yoga area. The spacious bedroom enjoys eastern light and open-sky views, a large walk-in closet and its own separate entrance. The en-suite bathroom features a walk-in rain shower and floor-to-ceiling stone.Built in 1916 and formerly home to the Finch School, 61 East 77th Street is a handsome Beaux-Arts brick?and-limestone building. The faade, lobby and hallways have all been recently renovated. Residents enjoy a part-time doorman, live-in superintendent and pet-friendly, flexible co-op policies.The current $668.80 monthly assessment through June 2027 is designated for reserve funds, and the seller is willing to cover a portion of the remaining assessment at closing.The location is exceptional: Central Park is just one block away, putting morning walks, running paths, playgrounds and the parks open green spaces practically at your doorstep. Museum Mile and Madison Avenue shopping and dining are moments away, while convenient subway access is just one block from the building. ?