400 E 52nd Street #14A

Mint condition Prewar two bedroom, two bath on high floor with open views and landscaped terrace. Enter this elegant apartment through the foyer with hand-painted mural and large closets. Classic Prewar details abound with beautiful hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, and crown moldings. The dining area has a lighted coffered ceiling and mahogany wet bar for gracious entertaining. The spacious living room with wood burning fireplace and 18th century French mantle greets you with an open view of the terrace through a wall of customized French doors. The terrace with flower boxes, awning, automatic irrigation, lighting, and speakers invites you to enjoy the sparkling open city panorama. A windowed chef's kitchen includes high-end stainless steel appliances, mahogany custom cabinetry, and marble counters. The generous master suite has two exposures, en suite windowed marble bath, and enormous walk-in closet. The paneled library/second bedroom with windowed marble bath and glass enclosed shower also includes a Bosch washer/dryer. There is a high tech sound system throughout the apartment. Southgate, designed by the renowned architect Emery Roth, is a full-service building with private landscaped garden, storage facilities, a bike room, and on-site management. The building is pet-friendly and allows pied-a-terre ownership. Maintenance includes electricity. Located on a lush tree-lined cul-de-sac, this serene neighborhood provides easy access to the vibrancy of Midtown Manhattan.