Off a semi-private landing an elegant 26 foot gallery welcomes you into this grandly scaled apartment. The magnificent proportions of the space are accentuated by an elegant step down, sunken living room with 9' 6 ceilings, decorative fireplace, and oversized window highlighting the lovely tree-lined vista. The enormous dining room also has lovely views of the trees, has beautiful built-in cabinetry and bookcases, and is so large it is used as a dining room and as a library. Off the dining room there is a large breakfast area, windowed kitchen, staff room and bath. Located on their own wing to ensure privacy, two generous bedrooms also face the tree lined street, each with its own en suite bath and abundant closets and storage. The apartment has beautiful hardwood floors, and most of its prewar charm intact. 180 East 79 Street was designed by renowned architects Schwartz and Gross. Amenities include: 24 hour attended entrance, live-in resident manager, elevator operators, gym, storage, and bicycle room. Pied-a-terre ownership is permitted and pets are allowed. Washers and dryers are permitted with board approval. The building has very low maintenance fees!