This expansive, private maisonette duplex is a rare gem tucked inside a luxury full service condominium. Offering over 1,600 sqft of living space, pre-war details and three exposures, it feels just like a private townhome. Sizable for entertaining, the first floor features a wide entry foyer that spills into the formal dining room. Pocket French doors open up the dining room into the living room, giving you the option for an open entertaining space or separation during formal dinner parties. The kitchen is quite convenient featuring Sub Zero & Miele appliances, efficient custom cabinetry and an enclosed washer and dryer. The attention to detail is seen throughout with elegant crown, wainscoting, and base moldings. Imported granite floors on the main level and refinished natural dark stained wide plank oak floors on the upper level that also features impressive 10 ft loft-like beamed ceilings. Plenty of storage with spacious closets throughout, concealed custom cabinetry and private storage unit. The duplex features three large bedrooms including the master suite, two windowed baths, which are finished with imported marble. The enlarged master bath has three oversized windows and three additional closets to make a convenient and roomy dressing area. 444 East 57th Street Condominium is a historic 15-story building located in the sought after Sutton Place neighborhood with many notable past residents such as Marilyn Monroe, Arthur Miller, Bobby Short and Bill Blass. The building offers white glove service which include, full service- 24 hour doorman and concierge services, elevator operator, private storage unit, bike room, live-in super and is a pet friendly building.. Pied-a-terres allowed.Located in Sutton Place, between the Upper East Side and Midtown East. Just blocks away from WholeFoods market, Bloomingdales, the 2nd Avenue subway, the East River promenade and a pet park. Assessment currently in place.