Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

The Chrystie,
229 Chrystie Street

The Chrystie is a 14-story rental apartment building with 361 units on the Lower East Side, completed in 2005. It was developed by AvalonBay Communities as part of a larger urban renewal project in the Cooper Square area.

Overview of The Chrystie at 229 Chrystie Street

The Chrystie is a 14-story rental building located at 229 Chrystie Street on the Lower East Side of New York City. Developed by AvalonBay Communities and designed by Arquitectonica and SLCE, it was completed in 2005. The building is part of a larger development on the Cooper Square Urban Renewal site, which includes four buildings with a total of 708 units. The site was historically contentious, with many failed plans before The Chrystie was successfully developed.

The building features a mix of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, many of which have been recently renovated. Common features include floor-to-ceiling windows, granite countertops, and in-unit washers and dryers. The building offers a range of amenities, such as a 24-hour doorman, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a resident lounge with billiards, and a rooftop sundeck. The retail base of the building includes a Whole Foods, adding convenience for residents.

The Chrystie is situated in a vibrant area where the Lower East Side meets the East Village, NoLita, and SoHo, offering residents access to trendy restaurants, art shows, and shopping. The building is pet-friendly and includes additional amenities like bike storage and on-site laundry facilities. The development also preserved the Liz Christy Bowery-Houston Garden, ensuring the building's design did not cast shadows on this community space.

In 2014, the building was acquired by Ashkenazy Acquisition Corp. for just under $400 million. The Chrystie has been involved in legal matters, including a 2008 lawsuit by the Justice Department alleging accessibility issues for disabled individuals. Despite these challenges, the building remains a popular choice for renters, with a high occupancy rate and a mix of market-rate and affordable units.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Rental

Year Built

2005

Apartments

361 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Lower East Side (Manhattan)

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Amenities

Concierge
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Resident Storage
Central AC
Full Service Garage
Pool
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Event Room
Lounge
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

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at 2nd Ave and Houston 0.10 miles

at Lafayette 0.22 miles

at Delencey 0.24 miles

at Broadway 0.31 miles

Pros & Cons

Large Whole Foods store
Live-in superintendent
Pet-friendly
Community facilities
Fitness center
Roof deck
Garage
Doorman
Bright facade
Close to Subway

Many apartments
Considerable traffic

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

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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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This "good value" rental building offers residents a refreshing pool amenity, making it a practical choice for city dwellers seeking amenity-rich living

Building Management

Over more than 80 years, Rose Associates has earned a reputation of integrity and performance. This standard of excellence continues to be a core value for every member of the firm, and their commitment to this standard is the driving force behind each new undertaking.

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Alternate Addresses

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103 East Houston Street
105 East Houston Street
107 East Houston Street
109 East Houston Street
111 East Houston Street
113 East Houston Street
115 East Houston Street
117 East Houston Street
225 Chrystie Street
227 Chrystie Street
231 Chrystie Street
233 Chrystie Street
235 Chrystie Street
273 Bowery
275 Bowery
277 Bowery
279 Bowery
93 East Houston Street
95 East Houston Street
97 East Houston Street
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