414 East 50th Street Midtown East Townhouse For Sale

Built in 1910 and thoughtfully reimagined for modern living, this distinguished 20-foot-wide, elevator townhouse seamlessly blends timeless architecture with contemporary sophistication. Perfectly positioned on a picturesque tree-lined block in the coveted Beekman-United Nations enclave, the residence offers exceptional privacy, scale, and views.

Spanning five stories plus a cellar and encompassing approximately 7,000 interior square feet, the home features a 32-foot-long landscaped garden, a terrace off the primary suite, and a spectacular roof deck with sweeping skyline and river vistas.

A gracious vestibule opens to an impressive foyer clad in Anaconda stone with brass inlays, setting the tone for the refined interiors throughout. The space flows effortlessly into the expansive great room and chef\'s kitchen, both overlooking the beautifully landscaped south-facing garden.

The eat-in kitchen is exquisitely appointed with custom cabinetry, milk glass stone countertops, and radiant heated floors. Top-of-the-line appliances include two Gaggenau six-burner gas cooktops, two double convection ovens (Miele and Gaggenau), a Miele coffee system, two Miele dishwashers, and a double Sub-Zero refrigerator. A powder room and generous coat closet complete this level.

The great room opens directly onto a 32-foot flagstone patio and lush landscaped garden - a rare and tranquil oasis in the heart of Manhattan.

Accessible via elevator or staircase, the parlor level offers grand proportions with 12-foot ceilings and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the garden. A gracious living room is complemented by a formal dining room with wet bar, overlooking the charming tree-lined street -brilliant for elegant entertaining.

The entire floor is devoted to a serene and luxurious primary suite. Bathed in southern light, the bedroom opens to a private balcony overlooking the garden. The suite includes a spacious walk-in closet and a beautifully renovated marble bath with heated floors, a freestanding soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, and separate water closet.

This level features a south-facing en-suite bedroom, bathroom with soaking tub. On the north side, a richly appointed wood-paneled office - easily convertible to an additional bedroom - includes its own en-suite bath with soaking tub.

The top living level offers two additional bedrooms. The south-facing bedroom includes a separate dressing area and overlooks the garden. The north-facing bedroom, currently configured as a gym with ballet barre, shares a bathroom equipped with a glass-enclosed shower with infrared sauna and a wet bar.

The lower level includes a laundry room with two washers and two dryers, a half bath, and abundant storage.

The fully finished roof deck, paved in wood tiles, provides breathtaking views of the Manhattan skyline and the East River - an extraordinary setting for private enjoyment or entertaining.

The home has undergone significant capital improvements, including upgraded gas service, multi-zone central air conditioning and heating, A/V system, and a comprehensive security system. Private security patrol further enhances the exclusivity of this exceptional offering.