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Apartment for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay

434 E 52nd St Apt 5C, East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10022

$420,000
Asking price · in USD
Bedrooms
Studio
Size
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Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in East Midtown-Turtle Bay, Manhattan: studio, 1 bathroom. Asking price $420,000. Built in 1930.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

New Exclusive from Classic Marketing - No Board Approval Required Spacious South-Facing Alcove Studio with Wood-Burning Fireplace at Southgate Welcome to Residence 5C at 434 East 52nd Street, a spacious and charming south-facing alcove studio in the coveted Southgate cooperative, located on one of Beekman Place's most picturesque tree-lined blocks. This inviting home offers a thoughtfully designed layout with a generous living room, beautiful hardwood floors, and a classic wood-burning fireplace with an elegant decorative mantel that adds warmth and prewar character. Large south-facing windows bring natural light into the living space, while two window seats provide cozy spots to relax. A separate sleeping alcove comfortably accommodates a queen-size bed, creating a distinct sleeping area away from the main living space. The well-appointed kitchen features white cabinetry, marble countertops, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless-steel appliances, including a dishwasher and microwave. A convenient breakfast bar opens to the living room, making the space ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include a gracious entry foyer, closet space, and a flexible floor plan that offers the comfort and functionality of a one-bedroom layout within a studio footprint. Combining classic prewar details with modern conveniences, Residence 5C presents a wonderful opportunity to enjoy comfortable living in the timeless Southgate community. Monthly assessment $191.10 thru July 2027 434 East 52nd Street is part of the lovely New York enclave known as Southgate, designed by preeminent prewar architect Emery Roth and developed by Bing and Bing in the 1930s. Southgate has a beautiful private garden, white glove service including a full-time doorman, staff with handymen and porters, live in super, laundry room and storage bins available on a first come first serve basis. Located in the prime Sutton Place neighborhood, 434 East 52nd Street offers a welcoming tree lined street, steps away from some of the city's finest dining, shopping, entertainment, cultural institutions and access to transportation.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 55/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos21/25
    • Some points: Only 6 photos (8 or more for full points)11/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details12/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • No points: Bedrooms not stated0/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • No points: No pet policy0/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 327 words3/3
  • True cost4/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Cannot check yet: Not enough similar homes nearby to compare the price4/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1930, 71 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Location

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Nearby transit

  • Lexington Av/53 StE F9 min walk
  • 51 St612 min walk
  • Long Island City (NYC Ferry)Astoria13 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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The building

71 units · 13 floors · built 1930 · 3 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

434 East 52 Street · BBL 1-01363-0031 · built 1930 · 71 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
1
Rent stabilization
Had 1 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$610,000 on Jul 21, 2026

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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