321 E 54Th St

A pre-war cooperative constructed in 1929, this low-rise, 10-story red-brick apartment house contains 34 residences composed mainly of studios, one- and two-bedroom layouts. The façade shows restrained Italianate and Art Deco influences with ornamental brickwork and a canopied entry; interiors preserve period details such as high beamed ceilings and original hardwood floors while many units have been renovated with modern finishes like granite or Corian counters and updated plumbing. Shared spaces include a planted roof deck with year-round city views, a basement laundry room with keycard operation, rentable storage bins and a bike room. Building services are staffed by a full-time superintendent plus a part-time doorman (typically afternoons/evenings) with additional porter hours on weekends; package handling is centralized through the super. Practical conveniences include on-site building storage, limited private outdoor spaces (small private balconies or terraces for select units), and smoke-free policies. The co-op’s governance allows pied-à-terre ownership, co-purchasing and, after two years, subletting with board approval; pet rules vary by listing but many units restrict dogs while permitting cats with approval. Located on a tree-lined block in Sutton Place/Midtown East, the building sits near multiple subway lines, groceries, fitness studios and dining, offering a quiet, well-connected urban living experience.