Luxury Contemporary Apartment with City Views at 301 East 50th Street

Some homes just make you want to slow down a bit. This two bedroom apartment at 301 East 50th Street in Manhattan really feels like that. I remember walking in and the quiet just kind of washes over you, even though you are right in the heart of New York City. The floor to ceiling windows really do show off that buzzing city below and I stood for a while just letting the view settle—it is the kind of spot where you almost forget your phone for a few minutes and just look out.

Inside, you have a sense of everything being thought out and intentional. That white oak flooring underfoot feels warm and real, not stiff or cold. Honestly it feels like you could walk around in socks and just be at home. The kitchen is open plan and actually somewhere you would probably want to cook rather than just heat something up. It comes with Gaggenau appliances—not the pretentious kind of show kitchen but the kind you want to use for pancakes on a Saturday morning or when you have a few friends over for dinner. I kind of love the look of the breakfast bar, covered in that bright white stone, and it catches the light so well. The dark wood cabinetry is a nice touch too, makes it cozy in a modern way.

The living area is more relaxing than show-off. The soft whites and neutrals make it easy just to crash down at the end of the day, maybe with the window cracked a little so you can hear the city and still feel tucked away from it. Mornings are always bright here too, from what I saw—the natural light finds all those gentle color tones and bounces around in the right way.

Wandering further in, the bedrooms have that same calm vibe. The ensuite guest bedroom actually got me to stop and look out again, those city views just keep popping up from different angles. Warm tones mixed in here make it feel a little deeper than everything being stark white. The bath attached is sharp and hotel quality, but also easy to live with—good shower, solid fittings, nice mosaic flooring that never feels slippery.

Then you get to the master and, honestly, it is the real retreat. The bed is placed so you wake up and see the city immediately, which must be amazing on a quiet Sunday morning or late at night when the lights are blinking. It is just white everywhere, but that actually makes it more interesting when you add a few family photos or a pop of color, and you can really put your stamp on it. The master bath is one to linger in. Big soaking tub, bold mosaic floor, his and her sinks, and even the lighting feels soft rather than harsh. Plenty of closet space too, tucked into the entry so you can stay organized without thinking about it all the time.

You also get a laundry room and an extra half bath, so guests never get in your way and you have space to stash practically anything. The building gets it right with security and service. There is a spa and treatment room downstairs, plus steam and sauna if you need to shake off a long day. The yoga deck is actually used by real people, not just showpieces for marketing. Gym is everything you would want too, and people bring their dogs for grooming which is kind of fun to see. The doorman always seemed to be there with a hello when I visited and it feels like a safe building without making a big show out of itself.

Being at 301 East 50th puts you in a quiet part of Midtown East, which I like because you are close to the East River—honestly the walk there in the evening is soothing and a total break from traffic. The best coffee shops are close and the streets here feel full of life but never crowded out with tourists. Shops all around, plus a few places to grab a bite without a fuss. Sometimes you see kids biking past or neighbors walking home with groceries and you remember you are in a real community, not just another glass tower.

The only way to find out if this apartment is right for you is to come by and see how it feels in person. If you want to ask questions or just wander through one afternoon, you can reach out any time. At LuxuryProperty.com we are always easy to talk to and we just want your next move to feel right.