<p>Refined modern living is yours to enjoy in this impeccably-renovated 2 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment at the coveted Southgate in Beekman. The stunning sun-bathed corner residence receives excellent light from oversized windows on 2 exposures (south and east).</p> <p>A gracious entry foyer with 2 large closets and a wall of deep mirrored closets welcomes your arrival home. Exceptional details of the elegantly designed interiors include white oak hardwood floors, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, airy ceilings with beams, a striking turned column, Dedar wallpaper, Philip Watts door handles and knobs, Hermes curtains, Pierre Frey furnishings, and plentiful closets throughout.</p> <p>The wonderful open-concept layout is ideal for entertaining, featuring a spacious living room, dining area for formal meals, and sleek kitchen for the chef. The top-of-the-line Balthaup kitchen will inspire your inner gourmet with its custom cabinetry, chic stone countertops and breakfast bar, and premium Gaggenau appliances.</p> <p>Off the living area is a corner bedroom which also makes a great home office, with partial East River views, a large closet, and upscale windowed full bath. Across the residence, with direct access from the foyer, rests the divine primary bedroom suite offering a large dressing area, working fireplace, a wall of custom closets, and spa-like windowed bath. Both through-wall and window AC units keep the climate cool in summer.</p> <p>Built circa 1930 by the renowned Bing & Bing, and conceived by famed Emery Roth in the distinctive art deco style, 434 East 52nd is a world-class prewar co-op in the coveted Southgate complex. The building has a full-time doorman, porter, onsite super, and resident manager, as well as common laundry, a bike room, and lush landscaped garden. The hallways were recently renovated, and electricity is included in the monthly maintenance. Plus pets, pied-a-terres, sublets, co-purchasing, guarantors, and gifting are allowed.</p> <p>The outstanding address is on a quiet tree-lined cul-de-sac between Sutton and Beekman Place, across from the prestigious River Club of New York. Yet you're close to all that vibrant Midtown East and the Upper East Side has to offer, from the best restaurants and shopping to lovely parks, UN Plaza, and cultural attractions. </p>