The Savoy is a distinctive 42 story condominium tower at 200 East 61st Street and Third Avenue, built in 1986 by Morton L. Olshan with a fascinating architectural backstory. Designed by Philip Birnbaum & Associates in a trefoil layout, the building was intentionally created as a near mirror image of Trump Plaza directly across Third Avenue, leading to a lawsuit from Donald Trump over the similarities. The Savoy distinguishes itself with stainless steel accents rather than Trump Plaza's bronze, a more angular design, and additional public plaza space at street level.
The building's 218 apartments take full advantage of the trefoil design, offering unusual angles and wraparound corner terraces that maximize light and views. Most units feature floor-to-ceiling windows, marble bathrooms with both Jacuzzi tubs and separate showers, granite countertops, and hardwood floors throughout. Many apartments offer Central Park views or expansive city vistas, with corner units particularly prized for their wraparound terraces. The penthouse showcases a 30 foot living/dining room with fireplace and a dramatic 40 foot angled terrace, while a few duplex units feature 23 foot living rooms across two levels.
Located in the heart of Lenox Hill on the Upper East Side, The Savoy operates as a white glove building with comprehensive amenities including 24 hour doorman and concierge service, an on-site fitness center, landscaped sun deck, residents' lounge, garage, and dry cleaning valet service. The prime location places residents steps from Bloomingdale's, Madison Avenue boutiques, multiple subway lines, and Central Park, making it a coveted address that functions as one half of what architectural critics have described as "unidentical twin gateposts to the Third Avenue residential corridor."
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