415 East 54th Street, 4A at the prestigious St. James Tower condominium is a gracious three-bedroom, three-bathroom haven in the historic Sutton Place neighborhood. As you enter this 1,900 square feet (177 square meters) residence, you step into an exquisite 16-foot by 7-foot gallery foyer. The 33-foot (3 meters) long living room and dining alcove face south, offering views of the tree line and gardens.
The kitchen, with a dual entrance, can be opened up to the dining alcove, transforming the space into an integrated part of the living area. Alternatively, the dining alcove can be converted into a fourth bedroom.
The primary ensuite features an expansive walk-in closet and custom wall-to-wall closets, and the oversized bathroom floor-to-ceiling wrapped in white marble has a deep soaking tub, separate stall shower. The secondary ensuite faces north, providing view of the Koi garden, as does the third bedroom. The bathroom of the third bedroom, with a double door for added privacy, conveniently opens from the hallway, serving as a guest bathroom.
With 9' 3" high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, a washer-dryer closet, and Herringbone wood floors throughout. This home eagerly awaits its ideal second owner, and for them to bring their contractors.
The Building:
St. James Tower condominium provides 24-hour white-glove services, an on-site resident manager, and concierge service. Upon returning home, the elegant lobby, invigorated by its centerpiece waterfall, extends a warm welcome. Residents can enjoy breathtaking views from the roof deck, spanning beyond the East River to the south and the NYC skyline to the west. On the lobby level, two beautifully landscaped outdoor Koi ponds add to the serene lifestyle. The newly renovated gym, central laundry room, and private storage are conveniently situated in the basement.
Designed by Richard Roth Jr. from Emery Roth & Sons, this property lets you be part of Sutton Place's rich narrative. Live where history meets modern elegance.
Neighborhood History:Sutton Place, a tranquil oasis in bustling New York, boasts elegant blocks from 53rd to 59th Streets, adorned with five parks along the East River front, reminiscent of London's Belgravia. In 1875, Effingham B. Sutton erected a row of brownstones in today's Sutton Square cul-du-sac. The 1920s witnessed a transformative era influenced by Anne Morgan and Anne Vanderbilt, turning the area into a wealthy enclave who moved from their Fifth Avenue mansions, marking a pivotal chapter that shaped the lustrous neighborhood's destiny.
Notable residents, including Jack L. Warner, Aristotle Onassis, Marilyn Monroe, Arthur Miller, Bill Blass, and Freddie Mercury, contribute to Sutton Place's rich legacy. Architect I. M. Pei, serving as the UN secretary general's residence since 1972 and today, fashion power couple Andrew Bolton and Thom Browne. Cinematically, the park's Queensboro Bridge views starred in Woody Allen's 'Manhattan,' and St. James Tower featured as Bud Fox's penthouse in Oliver Stone's 'Wall Street'.
There is an ongoing monthly capital assessment of $145.23 included in the common charges, and a quarterly assessment of $4,955 that will conclude in June 2024.