Gramercy Park Habitat,
205 East 22nd Street

Overview of Gramercy Park Habitat at 205 East 22nd Street

Gramercy Park Habitat at 205 East 22nd Street stands as a distinctive conversion of a historic 1896 brewery designed by renowned architects Arnold William Brunner and Thomas Tryon. The building showcases Renaissance Revival elements with striking bi-color brick and cast iron ornamentation. Brunner, who later became president of the NY Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, also designed notable buildings including 285 West Broadway in Tribeca and 99 Central Park West. The brewery was converted to a 65-unit condominium in 1986, preserving much of its industrial character while adding modern residential amenities.

The apartments retain the building's brewery heritage through soaring 11-14 foot ceilings supported by original pine posts and wood beams, exposed brick walls, and wood-burning fireplaces. Most units feature oversized windows, hardwood floors, and loft-style open layouts that range from convertible one-bedrooms to expansive four-bedroom homes. Many apartments include storage lofts, and some feature private terraces up to 850 square feet. 

Building amenities include a full-time doorman, recently renovated lobby and hallways, laundry facilities on every floor, bike storage, common storage areas, and an on-site parking garage accessible from within the building. The pet-friendly building includes cable television and high-speed internet in common charges. Located on a tree-lined block near Gramercy Park, residents enjoy proximity to Union Square, Madison Square Park, and acclaimed dining including several Michelin-starred restaurants, with convenient access to multiple subway lines including the 4/5/6, N/Q/R/W, and L trains.