Located in Gramercy on what is known as Manhattan's first "Block Beautiful", East 19th Street between Irving Place and Third Avenue, this beautifully renovated, charming Penthouse offers privacy, incredible natural light, and outdoor space within a boutique pre-war condominium. Enter into the great room perfectly set up for entertaining around the wood-burning fireplace and just off the living area, there is a flexible guest room/work space enclosed with glass doors for privacy. Charming views of the tree-lined block overlook 19th Street through 3 large north-facing windows. Across the gallery, the customized Boffi chef's kitchen features Wolf, Viking, Miele, and Liebherr appliances. The breakfast bar and dining banquette are perfect for enjoying the lush garden views outside. The kitchen door to the balcony can be opened to let in the fresh breeze from outside or enjoy a morning coffee nestled into the treetops and overlooking the private gardens below. The first floor also includes a laundry room and a half-bathroom. One flight up are three bedrooms, currently configured as the primary suite, second bedroom, and a home office. A multi-paned skylight illuminates the primary bedroom with an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom offers a full bathroom with a tub and a garden terrace. The private rooftop is accessible via the wrought-iron architectural exterior staircase, which finishes the home. Other features include bleached mahogany floors throughout, a large skylight, french doors, 2 terrazzo bathrooms, central AC, and a large private storage unit in the basement that conveys with the home. 136 East 19th Street is a discrete and immaculately maintained 5-unit condo on one of the best blocks in Gramercy and all of downtown, conveniently close to Institutions such as the National Arts Club, Gramercy Park, and fabulous restaurants and Union Square with its fantastic Green Market subway access and playground. Nestled in one of New York City’s most romantic and revered neighborhoods, Pets and Pied-a-Terres allowed. Please see 2 alternate floor plans for optional bedroom configurations. *This is a co-exclusive with Corcoran.