1010 Fifth Avenue is an elegant and stately white-glove pre-war cooperative, built in 1925 and designed by renowned developer Frederick Fillmore French in the Italian Renaissance style. The distinguished building is perfectly located at the heart of the Upper East Side's Historic District on Fifth Avenue and 82nd Street. This lovely 10 room apartment wraps the southwest corner of the 6th floor and boasts views of the cornice of the Museum's iconic limestone façade, Central Park, and the tree-lined tranquility of East 82nd Street and the landmarked Vanderbilt Mansion. Upon entry, a semi private elevator landing opens into a large square foyer and beyond into a well-proportioned Gallery which anchors the principal Entertaining Rooms and Private Quarters. The splendid Living Room with a marble-mantled fireplace enjoys southern exposure over East 82nd Street and is adjacent to a handsome paneled Library and elegant formal Dining Room. Period moldings and hardwood herringbone floors underscore the elegance of the classic floor plan. A large well-designed eat-in Kitchen is fully equipped with two refrigerator/freezers and two dishwashers and supported by a service pantry, a Staff Room with a full Bath, and a Laundry Room or second Staff Room with Bath. Separated from the entertaining space by the Gallery, the Private Quarters includes a Primary Bedroom with an ensuite Bath, abundant closets, and impressive views over Fifth Avenue. This wing further incorporates the second and third Bedrooms, one which wraps the corner to the south and west with a shared Bath and a fourth Bedroom with an ensuite Bath and pretty townhouse outlooks to the south. There are ample closets throughout. 1010 Fifth Avenue features an attractive and quiet side-street entrance, beautifully-conceived sidewalk landscaping, and a private fitness center. Impeccable staffing includes a full-time doorman and porters, a manned elevator, and a resident superintendent. With its thoughtful and inviting layout and beautiful views, this impressive New York residence is perfectly suited for elegant living and gracious entertaining. Pets welcome. 40% financing allowed. 2% flip tax. Photos are virtually staged.