Lower East Side cooperative complex Seward Park began construction in the late 1950s under the sponsorship of the United Housing Foundation, non-profit organizations, and labor unions interested in promoting affordable housing. It operated as a limited-equity cooperative for decades, but price ceilings were gradually lifted and the apartments now sell at market rate.
The buildings of Seward Park were designed at an angle to Manhattan's grid to allow for beautiful skyline and river views in many units. They are located on beautifully landscaped ground with seasonal plantings, grassy lawns, and an outdoor playground with a water feature. Indoor amenities include a fitness center, a community room, a children's playroom, bike storage, and on-site parking. All buildings have 24-hour attended lobbies and laundry facilities.