River House 435 East 52nd Street 13A

Upon entering this magnificent apartment, you are immediately drawn in by the breathtaking views of the East River that can be seen from nearly every room. This rare, mint-condition residence boasts 10 rooms and is located on a high floor within the prestigious River House, one of Manhattan's most iconic buildings. A unique feature of this apartment is the Lifetime Membership to the River Club, which transfers to the new owner, offering access to luxurious amenities such as a swimming pool, squash and tennis courts, a fitness center, golf simulator, library, grand dining room, bar with river views, ballroom, guest rooms, and catering services from the River Club. The apartment has been superbly designed and renovated, featuring a flexible layout with 3 bedrooms that can easily be converted to 4 or 5, along with 4.5 baths and approximately 4,900 sq. ft. of space. It includes a private elevator landing and showcases exquisite architectural details, such as spacious rooms, 2 fireplaces, oak floors, double-width raised doors, elegant moldings, and 31 single-paned windows. The residence offers a grand 59-foot entertaining space overlooking the river, including a sun-drenched 28-foot drawing room with a fireplace, a corner 26-foot great room/dining area, an intimate library with a fireplace, a large media room, and a stunning entrance gallery with a beautifully designed powder room, all contributing to an exceptional flow for entertaining. The expansive south-facing master suite features a large bedroom with stunning river views, an oversized dressing/sitting room also with river views, two luxurious marble master baths with soaking tubs and separate glass-enclosed showers, and two spacious walk-in closets. Two additional large bedrooms, one with beautiful river views, come with en-suite marble baths, one featuring a soaking tub and separate glass-enclosed shower, along with ample closet space. The chef's dine-in kitchen, measuring 24’ x 18’, is equipped with high-end appliances, including an 8-burner stove, two dishwashers, two refrigerators, a wine cooler, and generous storage, complemented by a lovely breakfast area with banquette seating. Adjacent to the kitchen is a laundry room and a spacious staff room/bedroom with an en-suite bath. The apartment's thoughtful layout ensures a perfect separation between public and private spaces, accessed via a long hallway leading to the bedroom area. A private storage room, complete with a temperature-controlled wine refrigerator, is included. The River House is a highly sought-after cooperative, an elegant Art Deco 26-story landmark designed by Bottomley, Wagner & White, built in 1931, and located at the end of a private cul-de-sac overlooking the East River. Residents enjoy a beautifully landscaped courtyard with rococo wrought-iron gates, perfect for passenger drop-off and pick-up. The lower garden offers a vast lawn, benches, and play areas for residents. Pied-a-terres and pets are permitted, with 50% financing allowed and a 3% flip tax paid by the purchaser.