<p> </p> <p>Why pay exorbitant monthly rent when you can own this expansive 3-bedroom, 3 full bathroom apartment with a private balcony, located in a full-service co-op building in one of the best locations in NYC?! Set at the prime southeast corner of 80th Street and Madison Avenue in the heart of the Upper East Side, this elegant home offers a generous open concept layout for easy living & entertaining, rich hardwood floors, massive windows brightening the space, and wide-open views.</p> <p>Bring your custom touch to modernize this special gem to suit your taste and enjoy the utmost comfort of a most sought-after Manhattan neighborhood. It is simply unheard of to find a 3-bed/3-bath residence with outdoor space, a view of the park and cityscape, and an in-unit washer-dryer at this price - so don't hesitate to act on this extremely rare opportunity!</p> <p>Host guests effortlessly in the oversized open living and dining areas, and sip coffee or cocktails out on the lovely private balcony. Other highlights include an adjoining eat-in kitchen for the cook, 2 spacious en-suite bedrooms, a large third bedroom accessing a third full bath in the hall, abundant wall space for hanging art, multiple walk-in closets, plus additional closets and storage.</p> <p>Built in 1974, 40 East 80th Street is a handsome 26-story cooperative that was converted in 1979. The pet and pied- -terre friendly building with only 40 units has its own beautiful, landscaped plaza, newly renovated lobby, full-time doorman, live-in super, onsite laundry facilities, bike room, and storage. </p> <p>The premier address is mere minutes from Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, glamorous shops, upscale restaurants, public transportation, and other conveniences.</p> <p>The kitchen photo is digitally updated and accessorized. </p> <p>This building is on leased, not owned, land.</p> <p> </p>