Quiet luxury living is yours in the heart of Manhattan, in a beautiful, expansive combination residence in the legendary tree-lined Beekman Place enclave! Located in one of Manhattan's most coveted neighborhoods, The Southgate complex comprised of a cluster of stately buildings rests on a lovely cul-de-sac with no through-traffic by the East River spanning desirable East 51st and East 52nd Streets. Stunning 9DE offers utmost elegance and comfort, with 2 spacious bedrooms set completely apart for privacy. You'll enjoy peace, serenity from this gracious home, which greets your arrival with a large entry foyer and gallery beyond featuring abundant closets. Oversized windows on triple exposures invite in lots of natural light throughout the day and enhance the finely-finished ambience. The open living and dining room with a wood-burning fireplace is a perfect place to relax and gather, met by a well-equipped chef's kitchen and breakfast nook nearby for sharing casual meals. The huge corner primary bedroom retreat has plenty of room for a king-size bed plus a sitting area, complemented by a walk-in closet, big windowed dressing room or office, and an updated en-suite marble bath styled with dual medicine cabinets and heated floors. The second bedroom also has corner exposures, a walk-in closet, and en-suite bath. Topping the allure is a second full bath with soaking tub, 7 extra-deep and wide closets, and full laundry room with a washer-dryer and slop sink. What's more, rent includes water and electricity. Built by the famed Bing and Bing brothers and designed by renowned architect Emery Roth, The Southgate was completed in 1931 and is a storied cooperative that has since been home to such notables as Tommy Tune, John Lennon and others. 433 East 51st Street offers a full-time doorman, laundry room, lush planted courtyard with ample seating to enjoy sunny days and cool evenings, children's play area, common laundry, bicycle room and storage. Pets and pied-a-terres are allowed. The building is ideally situated near all the amenities of Midtown, from tranquil parks, dog runs and the East River, to shopping, dining and transportation. Close proximity to Broadway, Radio City, Grand Central, 30 Rock and Lincoln Center is an added bonus. Associated Fees $20 Initial Credit Check Fee Per Applicant Building Application Fee - $700 Digital Document Retention Fee - $150 Move In Deposit - $1,000 (Refundable) Move In Fee - $750 Consumer Report Fee - $120