Light, scale, and quiet define this oversized one-bedroom at the iconic Kips Bay Towers by I.M. Pei. Framed by wide, south-facing windows, the apartment is filled with natural light and offers open views over the building's private gardens-a rare sense of calm in the middle of Manhattan. The layout offers room to live and work comfortably. A proper entry leads into a large living and dining area with space for a home office. The renovated kitchen is both functional and sleek, with generous storage and a dishwasher. The king-size bedroom easily accommodates additional furniture, and five closets throughout the apartment offer excellent storage. Kips Bay Towers is a full-service condominium offering 24-hour doorman and concierge, live-in manager and super, full staff of handymen and porters, on-site management, updated lobby, fitness center, bike room, community room, laundry facilities, valet with dry cleaning and housekeeping, and on-site underground parking for an additional fee. The crown jewel is the building's 3-acre private garden-the largest in Manhattan-featuring landscaped lawns, lounge areas, herb gardens, ping pong tables, a playground, basketball and pickleball courts. Perfectly located near Trader Joe's, Fairway, Target, restaurants, and transportation including the 6 train, M15 express bus, East River ferry, and Citibike stations. Move-in Costs: $20 credit check fee for owner's application First month's rent and one month's security deposit due at lease signing Condominium Fees (due after lease signing): Refundable move-in deposit: $500 Non-refundable move-in fee: $550 Digital submission fee: $65 Application administration fee: 5% of total building fees (excluding digital submission and move-in fees) Optional gym membership: $29/month (confirm with building)