Residence 1N at the renowned 23 Park Avenue, a meticulously restored boutique co-op with just 17 residences was originally built by Stanford White in 1890 as a private mansion. This exceptional 2 Bedroom, 2.5 bathroom duplex offers approximately 1,800 sq. ft. of pristine interior living space along with an approximately 400 sq. ft. lush landscaped private garden. Perfect for entertaining either intimate or large gatherings, this home is a perfect mixture of contemporary flare with pre-war classic detail. Upon entering the spacious foyer, one is immediately transcended into a metropolitan sanctuary with a feeling of grandeur. The grand living room with a separate entrance leading down to the private garden is adorned with with windows facing the green landscaping and a gas fireplace with an impressive slate stone floor-to-ceiling mantle that is sure to be admired. The large, separate windowed kitchen offers new cabinets, stone counter tops and new appliances. The separate windowed dining room includes custom artist inspired floor-to-ceiling bookshelves that are offer endless opportunities to showcase books, art or personal effects. Beautifully refinished bleached oak floors throughout both levels of the entire apartment add to the uplifting ambiance found in each room. The grand staircase that leads down to the lower level features a spacious landing hallway with storage. The primary bedroom with en-suite marble bathroom offers a custom walk-in-closet, and a wall of glass doors leading to the private garden; while a spacious guest bedroom adorned with a custom Murphy Bed and clever shelving offers another massive walk-in-closet. All of the bathrooms in this home were luxuriously renovated with carefully selected Carrera marble, marble mosaics, sleek vanities and custom glass shower doors. With both full-baths located on the lower level and the exceptional powder room located on the first level, the functionality of this duplex home could not be better. With far too many details to list, there is also excellent storage space. There is a Washer/Dryer hookup, but the current owner utilizes the Washer Dryer directly outside the apartment's second entrance on the lower level. Having undergone a nearly 2 year renovation in 2021, this apartment will not disappoint even the most discerning buyer. Unquestionably, one of the most elegant buildings on Park Avenue, 23 Park Avenue is equipped with an elevator, is pet-friendly and benefits from a live-in superintendent available from 7 AM to 4 PM. Located at the crossroads of NoMad and the Murray Hill Historic District, the co-op is moments from transportation hubs, such as Grand Central, the Morgan Library & Museum, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Fairway, and a variety of casual and fine dining restaurants. Apartments such as this seldom come on the market anywhere in Manhattan. Showings are by appointment only.