400 E 52Nd St

Southgate is a historic prewar cooperative complex on a quiet cul-de-sac in Manhattan’s Beekman Place/Sutton Place area. Completed in 1931 and designed by Emory Roth for Bing & Bing, the collection rises roughly 17 stories and contains about 67 residences ranging from studios and alcove studios to one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Architecturally the buildings show classic prewar proportions: beamed and high ceilings, original moldings, oak strip hardwood floors and generous foyers that lead into formal living and dining rooms in larger units. Common areas and services reflect full-service, white-glove co-op operation: a staffed 24/7 doorman, on-site resident manager, laundry room, bike room, storage facilities and centralized building management. The property’s landscaped private garden and courtyard are focal outdoor amenities; several units also offer private terraces or balconies. Typical apartment finishes include walk-in closets, built-ins and original prewar details combined with modern conveniences such as windowed kitchens, granite counters, integrated appliances and through-the-wall air conditioning in many units. Policies and practicalities favor flexible urban living: the co-op is pet-friendly, allows pied-à-terre ownership and permits sublets under the building’s rules, and maintenance commonly includes electricity. Location benefits include proximity to the East River Esplanade, neighborhood groceries and restaurants, and convenient subway and bus access for Midtown and Crosstown commutes.