52 East End Ave, 29-FLR

A sprawling, mint condition designer-conceived full-floor 4-bedroom 3.5-bathroom home with two private balconies and glorious sweeping views of the East River and bridges, the Manhattan skyline and eastern horizon and beyond, in a modern, full-service East End Avenue luxury condominium. Graciously proportioned, the 29th Floor at 52 East End Avenue is a grand and serene high-floor oasis drenched in natural light with stunning vistas from every room.

With direct elevator access through solid-core architectural teak doors you enter into an elegant gallery clad in matching teak panels with an acid etched blue-glass accent wall, leading you to the entertainment wing of this fabulous home. With Concordia volcanic stone at your feet you approach the entertaining spaces which wrap the entire eastern facade of the building, showcasing breathtaking open views of the East River and deep into the horizon beyond. A corner living room with large wrap-windows expands views to the South, with adjacent dining featuring an elegant custom teak buffet with a marble serving counter. Perfectly situated to serve the entertaining space is a private East-facing balcony. Beyond a solid-core pocket door, a sun-flooded library wraps the northeast corner of the building and has its own en-suite full windowed bathroom with stall shower and substantial customized storage, making it not only a fabulous lounging space but also a perfect additional bedroom or guest room if needed.

Adjacent to the entertaining space, the windowed eat-in kitchen is brilliant and massive with an 8-seater banquette beautifully nestled into a wall of windows looking southeast, capturing magnificent views of the river and 59th Street Bridge. The kitchen is meticulously finished with granite counter tops and window sills as well as all custom brushed-aluminum trimmed white lacquered cabinetry with soft-close by Poggenpohl. The stainless steel appliance suite is all top-of-the-line including a Subzero side-by-side refrigerator/freezer with ice maker, a Wolf range, both convection oven/microwave and standard oven by Miele and a Viking integrated dishwasher. There is even a filtered hot/cold water spout for an added touch of luxury and convenience.

The principle bedroom wing occupies the western half of the apartment and is comprised of the primary suite, two spacious ancillary bedrooms, a customized home office, a laundry closet with a Miele washer/dryer and a second balcony. The primary bedroom is massive, capturing a corner exposure with grand vistas of the river to the South and open city views to the West. There is a suite of custom closetry and a sumptuous en-suite windowed bathroom with a glass-enclosed steam shower and a Kohler spa tub with jets. The second bedroom has its own en-suite full bathroom with bathtub and sits adjacent to a windowed home office equipped with custom built-in desk and storage as well as a dedicated closet. The third bedroom is cleverly outfitted with two custom built-in beds, two built-in desks and storage as well as private access to the second balcony which overlooks the river to the East.

Additional features and conveniences include a stylish powder room discreetly located off the entry gallery, 2-zone central AC in the entertainment wing, throughwall AC in the bedrooms, integrated sound systems in the living room, library, kitchen and primary bedroom, recessed dimmable lighting throughout and in-unit waste disposal chute. Located in one of New York City's most coveted residential enclaves, 52 East End Avenue is a spectacularly well-run luxury condominium with a 24-hour doorman/concierge, live-in resident manager, fitness center, central laundry and bike storage. Offering its residents a marvelous marriage of luxury, tranquility and convenience, 52 East End Avenue is moments away from Carl Schurz Park, the East River Promenade and surrounded by some of Manhattan's finest educational institutions and an array of shopping and dining experiences. Residents enjoy proximity to the Second Avenue Subway, crosstown buses and the FDR Drive. There is a flip tax of 2% split evenly between buyer and seller. Pets are welcome and primary residents will be eligible for a 17.5% real estate tax abatement.