61 E 77Th St

Built in 1904, this ten‑story prewar cooperative occupies a landmarked Upper East Side block between Park and Madison Avenues. The brick-and-limestone façade and Beaux‑Arts detailing announce an early 20th-century apartment house scaled as a boutique midrise with roughly five units per floor and a single passenger elevator. Interiors across the building emphasize prewar character: high (often 9–11.5 foot) ceilings, crown moldings, decorative rosettes, built‑ins and hardwood floors; many apartments feature generous foyers, oversized or transom windows and walk‑in closets. Unit configurations are primarily one-bedroom and studios, with occasional two-bedroom layouts; kitchens and baths have been updated in many residences while preserving original moldings and architectural details. Shared facilities are modest and practical: a part‑time doorman, live‑in superintendent, laundry room, intercom entry and on‑site porter services. Building policies are buyer‑friendly for a co‑op: pets, pied‑à‑terres, co‑purchasing, gifting, guarantors and subletting (typically after two years) are allowed with board approval; financing commonly permits up to about 75% LTV. The property’s scale, classic finishes and central location—two blocks from the 6 train and steps from Central Park, Madison Avenue shopping and major cultural institutions—create a residential experience that blends historic detail with contemporary conveniences such as in‑unit washers in many homes and renovated kitchens with stainless appliances.