Surround yourself with greenery on the terrace of this colorful $2.4M Midtown condo

A Midtown Manhattan apartment has its advantages, but it’s likely not the first neighborhood you’d choose if you’re looking for a home with tree-shaded outdoor space. Asking $2,380,000, this two-bedroom condominium at the notably narrow “sliver” building known as Number 5 at 5 East 44th Street offers the surprise of a south-facing terrace that runs the length of the apartment, which itself is somewhat of a colorful surprise. The building, instantly recognizable by its bold façade of white metal panels and striking red and yellow accent columns, was designed by Alan Ritchie of Philip Johnson Alan Ritchie Architects.

This full-floor home begins with direct elevator access. A privacy-friendly layout separates sleeping quarters from living space with a gallery hallway that includes a closet, a Bosch stacked washer/dryer, and a full bath with a glass-enclosed shower. Throughout the apartment, you’ll find whitewashed oak flooring and new HVAC units.

On one side of the home, a sprawling great room begins with a living area with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame the leafy terrace beyond. A Bulthaup kitchen offers white lacquer cabinets, a SubZero fridge, a Miele gas cooktop, and a Fisher & Paykel dishwasher, anchored by a stone bar counter. The dining area has space for a dinner party or a homework zone.

Out on the landscaped terrace, mature red maples and magnolia trees surround pots of herbs, aromatic plants, hydrangeas, and a butterfly bush. In the evening, city lights create a backdrop for dining and dancing.

On the other side of the front hallway, the primary bedroom gets a luxurious en-suite bath with a Toto Neorest toilet, soaking tub, and glass-enclosed shower. Next door is a colorful smaller bedroom, perfect for a guest room or den.

Amenities include part-time doorman services. Besides being a modern architectural landmark, the well-managed boutique condominium building can accommodate a full-time or part-time home or an investment opportunity.

[Listing details: 5 East 44th Street, 7th Floor at CityRealty]

[At Sotheby’s International Realty – Downtown Manhattan Brokerage by Mara Flash Blum and Ashton Monroe]

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All photos courtesy of Eitan Gamliely for Sotheby’s International Realty