PRICE REDUCTION! NOW $540,000! BEST PRICED 1BR IN HELL'S KITCHEN! This extraordinary one-bedroom comes to market for the first time in 50 years in glorious new form! Take advantage of this very rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind sanctuary located in the historic and mystique-infused Whitby where such notable 20th Century icons as Doris Day, George Burns and Al Capone spent their days and nights. The quiet and inviting home, part of one of the largest one-bedroom lines in the building, has undergone a complete and contemporary gut renovation but retains classic, 1920's detail, including thick beamed ceilings, crown moldings and original oak floors lovingly refinished to a dark and elegant sheen. An entry foyer hallway with largecloset opens into the generously-sized living room enhanced by oversized windows with Eastern exposures. The kitchen has been re-imagined and graciously looks out on the living area for myriad entertaining options. It features stainless steel appliances, including an electric stove, microwave, and custom wood cabinetrycompleting the transformation.The ample bathroom is ideally located between the living room and bedroom, perfect for guests. It is windowed and features a porcelain sink and a re-glazed, vintage bathtub outfitted with a pampering rain-forest shower-head. The large, Northern and Eastern-exposed bedroom offers quiet privacy and is bathed in light. Large closets provide abundant opportunities for storage. 2 brand new, window a/c units have been installed. The Whitby, famously profiled in the New York Times, was designed by the esteemed architect Emery Roth (The San Remo, The Beresford) and completed in 1923. This 217-unit, noble structure, renowned for its impressive three sturdy bays and rippling brick cornice, is located on West 45th Street between 8th and 9th Aves in the heart of NYC''s fabled theatre district. The Whitby is a full-service co-op and features one of the most spectacular roofdecks in Midtown West. Amenities include a 24/7 doorman, new laundry room, storage, bike room, FIOS and a grand, newly renovated, Art Deco-inspired lobby. It is convenient to all major transportation and an abundance of restaurants, cafes and entertainment. The Whitby is pied-a-terre, co-purchasing and pet friendly.