It's not just size that matters; it's all about the location! This exceptionally gracious, classic 9 room home on the seventh floor of a full service, pre-war cooperative building on Fifth Avenue offers everything you could desire. Currently configured as a 3 bedroom, 3 and 1 half bath residence, with library or potential 4th bedroom if needed; this unique floor plan with 9'9" ceiling height allows the flexibility to create a multitude of options to suit your needs. From the grand entry gallery with French doors, sweeping into a large living room with wood burning fireplace; your guests can flow directly to the formal dining room of banquet size proportion. The large windowed, eat-in kitchen has a complete professional/commercial grade appliance package fit for a real chef. A walk-in pantry, multiple custom storage closets and a washer/dryer are a few of the amenities. The original 2 staff rooms with bathroom plumbing are being used as a home office and gym. The apartment's well-proportioned rooms are filled with pre-war detail, lovely original herringbone wood flooring in excellent condition, wonderful crown moldings and large windows flood the home with light. Built in 1923 and designed by the noted architect J.E.R. Carpenter, 1148 Fifth Avenue is a true white-glove building. There's a full time doorman and concierge and live-in building manager. Amenities include fitness and bike rooms and private storage. The marble lobby is magnificent with multiple chandeliers. Pets are welcome.