This full-floor 2-bedroom 2-bath residence is tastefully furnished with direct elevator access. Located in a luxury condo in the heart of midtown Manhattan, its features include a Bulthaup-designed open style kitchen with Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, state of the art fixtures and baths, washer/dryer, doorman and service-staff. The master bedroom has a king size bed and an ensuite glass-tiled bathroom with a deep soaking tub and Toto Neorest toilet. The second bedroom includes a queen size bed. There is a Lutron lighting system through-out with electronic window shades, including blackout shades in the bedrooms. There is 4-zoned heating and air conditioning. The floor-to-ceiling windows compliment the apartment's high ceilings, adding to the feeling of openness. The spacious living room adjoins a comfortable dining room. This large 1,416 sqft home would be perfect as either a primary residence or pied-a-terre. The "No. 5" condo was designed by world renowned Philip Johnson-Alan Ritchie Architects in one of midtown's most historic and centrally-located areas. It is convenient to major transportation and shopping, including Whole Foods. Just off of Fifth Avenue on 44th Street, its neighbors include several Ivy League university clubs. It is also within a 5-block radius of major cultural and business venues including Grand Central Station, The New York Public Library, highly popular Bryant Park, Broadway theaters, Rockefeller Center, and many excellent restaurants and hotels. This apartment offers a rare combination of exceptional design, residential privacy, and midtown convenience. Please note: Pets are not permitted for rentals.