Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

Carnegie Hill Place,
1500 Lexington Avenue

Overview of Carnegie Hill Place at 1500 Lexington Avenue

Carnegie Hill Place is a prominent rental complex located at 1500 Lexington Avenue, on the southwest corner of 97th Street in East Harlem. Developed by the Kenbar Group, led by Cornelius E. Sigety and Kinne S. Yon, this 22-story building was completed in 2002. It is part of a three-building complex, including 1501 and 1510 Lexington Avenue. The building's design by Schuman Lichtenstein Claman & Efron features broad, grooved piers and corner windows, with 17,500 square feet of retail space. Notably, it utilized unused development rights from the nearby St. Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church to exceed zoning height limits.

Carnegie Hill Place offers a range of amenities, including a 24-hour concierge, doorman, live-in superintendent, gym, roof garden, bicycle room, valet parking, residents' lounge, and laundry facilities. The building is conveniently located near a subway station and cross-town bus service, providing easy access to Central Park and various local amenities such as grocery stores and cafes.

The apartments in Carnegie Hill Place are designed with modern conveniences, featuring granite countertops, halogen lighting, and General Electric appliances in the kitchens. Bathrooms are equipped with tri-view medicine cabinets, and some units offer terraces. Notable layouts include a two-bedroom unit with a large terrace and a studio with floor-to-ceiling corner windows.

Historically, the Sigety family has been involved in the development of the area since the 1970s, initially focusing on nursing homes. The transition to residential development was marked by rezoning efforts in the 1990s, despite some local opposition. The building's history is intertwined with the family's legacy in real estate and healthcare, including the operation of the Florence Nightingale Health Center.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Rental

Year Built

2003

Apartments

211 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Carnegie Hill (Manhattan)

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Amenities

Concierge
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Resident Storage
Central AC
Full Service Garage
Garden
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Mail Room
Valet Parking
Lounge
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Laundry Room
Bike Room
LEED Accreditation
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

Area Map StreetView

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at Lexington Ave 0.05 miles

Pros & Cons

Convenient public transportation
Valet parking for a fee
Bicycle room
Roof deck
Entrance marquee
Fitness center
Live-in superintendent
Doorman
Concierge
Laundry
Close to Subway

Many apartments
No balconies
Considerable traffic

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

Editor’s Points

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Architecture

30+ remarkable

20-29 distinguished

11-19 average

< 11 below average
Location

27+ remarkable

18-26 distinguished

9-17 average

< 9 below average
Features

22+ remarkable

16-21 distinguished

9-15 average

< 9 below average
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Building Management

Kenbar Management LLC prides itself on offering a high level of service in an atmosphere that makes all of their residents feel right at home.

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Alternate Address

140 East 97th Street

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Carnegie Hill Place,1500 Lexington Avenue

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Carnegie Hill Place,
1500 Lexington Avenue

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