242 West 53rd Street

Living the luxury high life takes on incredible new meaning in this extraordinary penthouse rental at the striking ARO contemporary tower, perfectly situated in vibrant Midtown West. Here you will experience an unparalleled standard of modern elegance met by the finest high-end finishes, and breathtaking views capturing Manhattan's cityscape, the Hudson River, and Central Park through dramatic floor-to-ceiling window walls. Affording the ultimate backdrop for entertaining, PH2 is an oasis in the sky, soaring above NYC on the 65th floor of a commanding tower and contemporary work of art. This rare, expansive 3 bedroom 3 bathroom apartment is designed to host a crowd with a seamless, generous open floorplan and private terrace for outdoor enjoyment. The voluminous living room with 20-foot double height ceilings, gorgeous oak wood floors and corner exposures of glass is flooded with natural light, showcasing fabulous views as day gives way to sparkling lights at night. Adjoined for easy serving is a large open dining area and sleek gourmet kitchen, meticulously appointed and tailored to the chef with custom cabinetry, solid surface quartz countertops, and premium stainless steel appliances. The thoughtful layout takes optimal comfort and privacy into account with the separation of 3 spacious bedrooms from the living quarters. All bedrooms offer stretching open views and abundant closets. The master suite is tucked quietly away at the far end of the residence, featuring a huge walk-in and additional closet, and stunning 5-fixture spa bath with double sinks and an indulgent oval soaking tub. Two other sophisticated marble-clad full baths are also chicly styled with top-of-the-line fixtures and floating vanities. Enhancing the allure of this one-of-a-kind penthouse gem is an in-home Bosch washer and dryer.The award-winning ARO rising 60+-stories above the city, changing the landscape with its artistic white metal lattice & glass design, is a vision of modern beauty by CetraRuddy, defined by fluid curves and sculptural cantilevered architecture. Residents have access to a phenomenal 40,000+ sq ft of indoor/outdoor amenities that cater to every need, with 24/7 doormen, full-service concierge services, attended parking, 3 lounges for business & pleasure, an indoor pool, fitness center, simulated golf course, basketball court, game room, children's playroom, and catering kitchen with a private dining room & landscaped terraces. Included with the rental is membership to the intimate Aro Sky Club lounge with a rooftop pool set atop the building, overlooking all of NYC. The superior location is minutes from world-class restaurants, shops, museums & entertainment plus convenient transportation.

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This apartment's rent is 102.25% more expensive than the median rent of $8,900 for a 3-bedroom apartment in Midtown, New York, NY.

The median is solely based on the area and the number of bedrooms. Listing-specific characteristics such as the number of bathrooms and the amenities will also impact the price.

The apartment is a unit offered at a monthly price of $18,000. One of the key perks is the building doorman. Both cats and dogs are allowed, but as always, double check with the manager about any specific pet concerns you may have. This is a No Fee apartment, meaning the manager or agent should not ask you for a broker fee (there may still be deposits and other move-in fees paid to the landlord).

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