Former Architectural Digest Chief's Sutton Place Co-op

Sadia Rahman

A premier Rosaio Candela prewar co-op with East River and bridge open views located in the elegant Sutton Place enclave was recently reduced from $2.75 million to $2.5 million. 30 Sutton Place, Unit 14C was once owned by Cleon (Bud) Knapp -- the former Chairman and CEO of Knapp Communications Corporation, where he developed and published Architectural Digest and Bon Appétit magazines, which were sold to Conde Nast Publications, Inc.

This co-op is within walking distance of the best Manhattan has to offer in shops and restaurants. Architectural Candela details and grand room proportions remain intact as the apartment was originally the bottom half of the building’s duplex penthouse.

The high ceilings, and oversized double windows flood the rooms with natural light and sweeping panoramic views. The private elevator vestibule leads into an attractive foyer that opens into a double sized living room with wood burning fireplace and ceiling height soaring to 10’-9”. The east facing double master bedroom has wood burning fireplace, dressing room and luxurious baths with heated floors.

The north facing paneled library has a separate wet bar, en suite bath, ample bookshelves and oversized large windows overlooking city skyline and bridge. The traditionally proportioned formal dining room leads to a professionally equipped windowed kitchen with 3 sinks, 2 dishwashers, ample storage and washer dryer.

This building has a live-in resident Manager, gym, laundry room and private storage space. Sutton Place is a small quiet midtown community noted for its charm, river walks, parks, and convenience to transportation and shopping.

The current owners bought the unit directly from Knapp and his wife Betsy in the late 90's.

Marcy Pedas Sigler at Compass is the listing agent.

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