400 East 52nd Street, Unit PHTOWER
400 East 52nd Street, Unit PHTOWER, Midtown East, Manhattan, NY 10022
Description
ON
LEGENDARY BLOCK
ATOP
LEGENDARY ADDRESS
Greta Garbo, John Lennon, Shirley Maclaine, Noel Coward, and Tommy Tune have all come home to this storied block. Here, by a private cul-de-sac overlooking the East River -- an area Dorothy Parker deemed "Wits End" -- legends loom large. On this famously private stretch, bold face names come to relax, to recharge, and to create -- taking-in the calming energy that emanates from the riverfront. Here, the hustle and bustle is close -- yet...LEGENDARY PENTHOUSE
ON
LEGENDARY BLOCK
ATOP
LEGENDARY ADDRESS
Greta Garbo, John Lennon, Shirley Maclaine, Noel Coward, and Tommy Tune have all come home to this storied block. Here, by a private cul-de-sac overlooking the East River -- an area Dorothy Parker deemed "Wits End" -- legends loom large. On this famously private stretch, bold face names come to relax, to recharge, and to create -- taking-in the calming energy that emanates from the riverfront. Here, the hustle and bustle is close -- yet so very far away. You can exhale, and almost touch the sky.
Tommy Tune discovered this rare penthouse tower by chance. He was visiting Shirley Maclaine's home below, and he dared to look up -- to climb 18 magical stairs to find a hidden eden. Way up top, he found an enthralling, enchanting, magical home at the base of a water tower. This heavenly residence is the ultimate perch, the ultimate home. Surrounded on all sides by thrilling views of the river and city skyline -- and enrobed on three sides by a wide, wonderfully private terrace of ~1800 sf -- this extraordinary escape is the discovery of a lifetime.
Tommy wrote about his new penthouse, he sang about it, and he danced about it in his shows around the country. This penthouse has served as Tommy's creative home base. Here, he has visualized and painted, written and rewritten, created and entertained. Cast parties and dinner parties for luminaries of theatre and film have enjoyed terrific times right here. The positive energy and wonderful vibes abound, and the tower penthouse is ready for its next legendary host.
Stretched out atop the supreme Southgate, Emery Roth's iconic pre-war creation, this rare retreat stands tall. Ceilings soar to nearly 14-feet, underfoot are light Oak planks, and everywhere you look there is inspiration and calm, light and beauty. The great room is high above it all -- open and lofty, with big windows, room for dining, and multiple seating areas (and currently the showroom for all 10 of Tommy's well-earned Tony Awards). An open kitchen with a wrap-around dining bar serves this entertainer's dream home -- offering ample shelving and counter space and stainless appliances (including a dishwasher and washer/dryer). The bedroom suite is king-sized and peaceful and has easy proximity to the big designer bath, with a supreme soaking tub and stall shower, and impressive closet and storage space. Both the living room and the bedroom suite have through-wall AC, over-scaled windows, and enjoy dual access points to this penthouse's jaw-dropping terrace -- the ultimate, immense, al fresco dream space with dynamic, postcard-perfect river, city, and big sky views. Ready for gardening, parties, meals, sunrise coffees and sunset cocktails, this penthouse tower's terrace is one of NYC's world-class trophies.
Luminous and unforgettable, the penthouse tower enjoys all the benefits of its pet-friendly, full-service building's top-tier, seasoned staff, and all the conveniences of its esteemed neighborhood. Here, shopkeepers greet you by name and discretion and privacy are honored and assured. The new riverfront promenade is nearby, and you are within a stone's throw of some of our city's most treasured cultural, dining, and shopping destinations.
High above it all, there is a dream space -- an enchanted place where possibility takes flight, and life is bigger, taller, and grander -- just like Tommy. Come discover your own legendary penthouse tower.
Assessment: $436.80/month thru JUL27 for LL11
Flip Tax: 2% of Sales Price paid by Buyer.
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Full-Time Doorman
- Common Garden
- Common Media / Recreation Room
- Built-Ins
- Private Entrance
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Oversized Windows
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Dryer
- Washer
- Laundry in Building
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Windowed Kitchen
- Open Kitchen
- Windowed Bathroom
- Northern Exposure
- Southern Exposure
- Eastern Exposure
- Western Exposure
- Custom Closet
- Bike Room
- Private Storage Included
- Private Storage For Rent
- Common Storage
- Cooktop
- Electric Stove
- Midrise
- Freezer
- Highrise
Location
Virtual Tour
$14,331 per month
30 year fixed, 7.03% Interest
$10,650
$0
$3,681
1Property Information for 400 East 52nd Street, Unit PHTOWER
Property Details
- Min. Down Pymt: 20%
- Total Rooms: 3.0
- County: New York County
- Compensation Remarks: Please contact me for info.
Building Information
- Building/Complex: Southgate
- Stories: 17
- Residences: 152
- Pet Policy: Allowed
- Year Built: 1931
- Building Age: Pre-war
- Building Type: Midrise
Property History for 400 East 52nd Street, Unit PHTOWER
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $1,995,000 |
| 03/23/2026 | $2,150,000 | |
| 03/23/2026 | $2,150,000 | |
| 11/03/2025 | $2,150,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Schools near 400 East 52nd Street, Unit PHTOWER
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 59 Beekman Hill International PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 104 Simon Baruch Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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