Gracious Prewar Charm, Bathed in Southern Light - A Rare Upper East Side Gem Perched on the fourth floor and flooded with southern sunlight and treetop views, Residence 4K at 225 East 74th Street is a rare and gracious prewar home nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined Upper East Side block. This spacious and thoughtfully maintained apartment offers three bedrooms (one currently used as a home office), a grand foyer that easily serves as a dining area, two full bathrooms, a separate kitchen, and an abundance of closet space. Located in a beautifully preserved 1937 Art Deco cooperative, the building is pet-friendly and impeccably staffed, featuring a full-time doorman and a live-in resident manager. Classic prewar details elevate the home's elegance, with original refinished hardwood floors, arched doorways, inset shelving, high ceilings, a sunken living room, crown moldings, and oversized windows that pour in natural light. The kitchen has been recently updated with sleek stainless-steel appliances, blending modern convenience with timeless character. The location is truly exceptional: just a short stroll to Central Park, with easy access to the Q train, the 72nd Street crosstown bus, and multiple major bus lines. Enjoy proximity to neighborhood favorites including Citarella, Agatha & Valentina, Whole Foods, Fairway, Trader Joe's, and Target-all just around the corner. 225 East 74th Street is a well-managed Art Deco building offering a suite of amenities: full-time doorman, live-in resident manager, laundry room, bike room, rentable storage, and a tranquil courtyard garden with outdoor seating-a rare urban oasis. Ownership flexibility includes: -80% financing allowed -Co-purchasing, gifting, parents buying for children, and pieds-a-terre permitted (with board approval) -Subletting permitted after a period of ownership (subject to board approval) -1% flip tax paid by buyer This home combines prewar elegance with modern comforts in one of Manhattan's most beloved neighborhoods.