400 E 52Nd St

Completed in 1931, this 17‑story prewar cooperative is one of the five linked Southgate buildings designed by Emery Roth and developed by Bing & Bing. The architecture shows classic Art Deco and prewar detailing: beamed and high ceilings, crown moldings, original hardwood floors and gracious foyers. Residences range from studios to three‑bedroom layouts and commonly feature formal dining areas, separate dens or offices, windowed kitchens, walk‑in closets, recessed lighting, and renovated baths with soaking tubs. The building offers full‑service staffing with 24‑hour doormen, a live‑in superintendent, on‑site management, and staff‑maintained public spaces. Shared amenities include a private landscaped garden and courtyard, children's play area, bicycle storage, general storage rooms, laundry facilities, and secure building storage; some apartments have private terraces or balconies. Practical conveniences and buyer‑friendly rules include pet allowances, pied‑a‑terre ownership, and the ability to install in‑unit washers/dryers with board approval. Situated on a quiet, tree‑lined cul‑de‑sac near the East River between Beekman Place and Sutton Place, the property combines a tranquil gardenlike setting with easy walking access to Midtown, parks, and transit.