Top Boutique Condos (< 50 Units)

Blue is located at 105 Norfolk Street and its angular form and dark blue façades strike an imposing figure in the Lower East Side skyline.

105 Norfolk Street’s apartments are spacious and light-filled thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows, many of which provide panoramic views of the nearby East River and the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges. Kitchens and master bathrooms are elegant and well-appointed, featuring glass-fronted cabinets and pebbled floors, respectively.

Residents have access to such amenities as a full-time doorman, central air conditioning and heating, a garden, a rooftop terrace, refrigerated storage and a bike room. Many restaurants, shops and bars are nearby. 

Tower 270, also known as 80 Chambers Street, is a 28 story building erected in 1930 at the southwest corner of Broadway and Chambers Street. Originally serving as the Arthur Levitt State Office Building for various New York State departments, it was sold by the state in 2000 for $33.6 million, the highest valued property sale ever consummated by New York State at that time. In 2003, developer RAL Companies converted the top 13 floors into 39 condominium apartments ranging from 1,998 to 8,117 square feet, with Studio Petrarca designing 17 different floor plans. The building retains approximately 100,000 square feet of offices on floors 2 through 7 and 48 rental apartments on floors 8 through 15. A notable piece of history: in 1942, the 18th floor housed the Army Corps of Engineers division that oversaw the Manhattan Project.

The condominium residences feature dramatic loft proportions with 10 to 10.5 foot beamed ceilings and oversized windows providing multiple exposures and panoramic views spanning from the Hudson River to the Brooklyn Bridge. Common finishes include open chef's kitchens with islands, Sub-Zero refrigerators, Miele and Wolf appliances, and Bulthaup cabinetry. Bathrooms typically feature Philippe Starck soaking tubs, Dornbracht fixtures, and honed limestone or marble. Floor plans range from one bedroom units around 1,000 square feet to a triplex penthouse with an 800 square foot private terrace. Many apartments include in-unit washer/dryers and private storage units on the same floor.

Tower 270 operates as a full service condominium with a 24 hour doorman, concierge, and live-in resident manager. Amenities include three fitness centers, laundry facilities on every floor, a children's playroom, teen media lounge, conference room, bike storage, and a landscaped rooftop terrace with 360 degree views of the city skyline and Hudson River. The building recently completed lobby renovations and Local Law 11 façade work. The property is pet friendly and features an Art Deco lobby that reflects its prewar heritage.

The location directly across from City Hall Park offers residents proximity to TriBeCa's dining and shopping scene, Whole Foods, Target, Brookfield Place, and the World Trade Center complex. Transportation options are exceptional, with R/W, A/C/E, 1/2/3, 4/5/6, J/Z and PATH trains all within two blocks. The building provides views of the Municipal Building, Brooklyn Bridge, and City Hall, positioning residents at the convergence of the Financial District, TriBeCa, and Lower Manhattan's civic center.

The Machinery Exchange was originally constructed as a horse stable for the nearby Police Building in 1915, and was converted to a seven-story, 11-unit condominium in 2007. Located at 136 Baxter Street, it is at the crossroads of Soho, Nolita and Chinatown. The building has a virtual doorman, a full-time resident manager, and deeded storage cages.

The 1915 masonry tower at 90 Franklin Street in TriBeCa was converted from office space into 25 apartments in 2001.

Rising without setbacks, Franklin Tower has one unit on its 11th through 16th floors; each lower floor contains two apartments. Residences range from 1,900-square-foot one-bedrooms and 2,600-square-foot two- to four-bedrooms, to 5,000-square-foot floor-through lofts with four exposures. Full-floor apartments have 23-by-33-foot living rooms that open onto 23-by-13-foot libraries with fireplaces and four bedrooms. Maid's quarters have a separate entrance.

Interiors boast 10-foot ceilings with recessed lighting, oversized banks of thermal pane windows, double and quadruple exposures and good city or river views. Stainless steel kitchens feature imported cabinetry and are outfitted with center islands topped in polished stone. Bathrooms have Waterworks fixtures and oversized glass steam showers and deep soaking tubs. Residences also have washers and dryers.

Amenities include a 24-hour doorman, concierge service, a rooftop deck with expansive views and a fitness center. It is also close to public transportation, restaurants and the Hudson River, which has running and biking paths.

40 Bond Street opened in 2007 and is located in NoHo.

Designed by the renowned architectural firm Herzog & de Meuron, 40 Bond Street has 27 apartments, five townhouses and a penthouse unit – all of which feature premium appliances, modern finishes, 11-foot-high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows and wide-planked smoked oak flooring.

Residents of 40 Bond Street, which is famous for its handsome “graffiti gate,” have full access to all of the amenities offered by the Gramercy Park Hotel, including the use of its concierge service, David Barton gyms and spa; they also enjoy priority status when making room and restaurant reservations at the hotel. Amenities at 40 Bond also include valet parking, housekeeping, room service, personal shopping and supervised childcare services.

Near excellent restaurants, bars and shops, 40 Bond Street is also close to public transportation, Greenwich Village, NoLIta and SoHo.

The North Moore is a noteworthy cast iron and brick warehouse originally erected in 1881 for the estate of John Castree, a prominent grocer and developer, and initially operated as a papermill. Converted to a 49 unit condominium in 2001, this 8 story building sits on one of Tribeca's most coveted cobblestone blocks at the corner of North Moore and Hudson Street in the heart of the Tribeca Historic District. The pet friendly building offers full service amenities including a 24 hour doorman, live-in superintendent, skylit lobby, three elevator banks, and furnished roof decks with breathtaking views.

The loft style apartments range from 1,083 to over 2,450 square feet, featuring the classic warehouse conversion elements of soaring ceilings from 9 to 13 feet, oversized windows, and open floor plans. Most units include in-unit washer/dryer, central air conditioning, hardwood floors, and abundant custom built in storage. The building's corner units are particularly sought after, offering multiple exposures and exceptional natural light. 

The location places residents in the epicenter of Tribeca's dining scene, with Mr. Chow directly downstairs and Michelin starred restaurants like Jungsik and Bâtard within blocks. The building provides easy access to Hudson River Park and Piers 25 and 26, while multiple subway lines (1/2/3, A/C/E, N/Q/R/W, J/Z, and 6) ensure excellent transportation connectivity throughout Manhattan. One notable unit was even featured in Luxe Magazine, highlighting the building's reputation for sophisticated urban living in one of New York's most prestigious neighborhoods.

This mid-block condominium at 433 East 74th Street stands as one of the most elegant post-war buildings on the Upper East Side. Known as Lux 74, the 7-story building, completed in 2008, features 12 apartments, including a duplex maisonette. Developed by Josh Guberman of Core Development Group, the same team behind Union Square Lofts, the building was designed by Chris Caranno of ADG Architecture and Design, PC.

Lux 74 offers 24-hour concierge service, a landscaped roof deck, a spa club, and a resident lounge and dining area with a fireplace. The building is also staffed by a full-time superintendent and porter.

The kitchens are outfitted with custom Italian walnut cabinetry, Viking appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerators, Giallo Elena limestone countertops and backsplashes, and Thermador ovens. Bathrooms feature walnut vanities, wall-mounted faucets, radiant heated floors, Toto Ultimate toilets, Dranch Rain shower heads, and limestone walls.

The building also boasts an expansive rear garden, framed by a wall of tall bamboo trees, offering a serene outdoor retreat for residents.

140 Franklin Street is one of central Tribeca's most distinguished residential conversions, housed within a Romanesque Revival masterpiece designed by Albert Wagner in 1887. Wagner, who also created the iconic Puck Building, originally designed this cream-colored brick structure for wrapping paper magnate D.S. Walton & Co. The building's façade features balustraded rooflines, large arched windows on the fifth floor, strong rustication on the ground level, and a particularly notable protruding corner element on the top floor that showcases Wagner's architectural prowess.

Converted into a 14 unit boutique condominium by Sanba International Inc. under architect Aldo Andreoli, the building maintains its historic grandeur while offering modern luxury amenities. Residents enjoy 24 hour doorman service, a full time superintendent, and a lobby featuring an original mural by renowned conceptual artist Sol LeWitt, making it one of the few residential buildings downtown to showcase work by this celebrated American artist. The building also includes a water filtration system and comprehensive security features.

The residences within 140 Franklin Street are characterized by their exceptional scale and authentic loft features. Most apartments boast soaring ceilings ranging from 11 to 14+ feet, original cast iron columns from the 1887 construction, wide plank hardwood floors (typically Brazilian wood or oak), and dramatic skylights that flood the spaces with natural light. Wood burning fireplaces serve as focal points in the grand living areas, while oversized windows, many reaching 10+ feet in height, frame views of Tribeca's historic streetscape.

The building houses several spectacular penthouses, including multiple duplex units with private landscaped terraces exceeding 2,200 square feet. These outdoor spaces feature custom sound systems, outdoor kitchens, and panoramic views of downtown landmarks including the One World Trade Center, Woolworth Building, and 56 Leonard Street. One particularly notable residence spans 6,300 square feet with a 100 foot long great room, while another penthouse designed by renowned architect Winka Dubbeldam offers over 5,000 square feet of interior space.

Kitchens throughout the building reflect chef caliber standards, typically featuring Sub-Zero refrigeration, Wolf ranges, and Gaggenau appliances. Many units include butler's pantries, wet bars with temperature controlled wine storage, and custom millwork by high end firms like Poliform. Bathrooms showcase luxury finishes including Bisazza glass mosaic tiles, Dorn Bracht fixtures, steam showers, and soaking tubs, while many residences feature Swiss engineered radiant heating systems and Lutron lighting controls.

Located on a cobblestone street in the heart of Tribeca's historic district, 140 Franklin Street offers proximity to the neighborhood's renowned dining scene and cultural attractions, with convenient subway access at the corner. The building's prestigious resident roster has included Mickey Drexler, former CEO of J. Crew.

The Hubert, completed in 2003 at 7 Hubert Street on a picturesque cobblestone street in TriBeCa, stands as one of the neighborhood's most distinguished residential buildings. Designed by BKSK Architects with interiors by Alan Wanzenberg, this 16-story orange-brick condominium features large multi-paned industrial-style windows with dark-green sashes, arched windows on select floors, and a two-story limestone base. The building's design pays thoughtful homage to the area's industrial heritage while delivering modern luxury living.

The building houses 33 apartments across 19 different floor plans, ranging from a 1,787-square-foot two-bedroom unit to a spectacular 5,244-square-foot penthouse with a 360-degree wrap-around terrace. Notable residences include two mansion-width townhouses with private garages and gardens, three sprawling maisonettes, and the remarkable "Sky House" - a 6,250-square-foot custom combination spanning two floors with four landscaped terraces. Most apartments feature soaring 11- to 12-foot ceilings, and 14 of the 33 units boast private outdoor space. The interiors showcase premium finishes including wide-plank oak floors, custom Poggenpohl cabinetry, marble bathrooms, and top-tier appliances from Sub-Zero, Miele, and Thermador.

Residents enjoy white-glove service with 24-hour doorman and concierge, along with amenities including a state-of-the-art fitness center, children's playroom, landscaped courtyard garden, refrigerated delivery storage, and individual basement storage. The building's prime location places residents just two blocks from Hudson River Park in the heart of TriBeCa's historic district, surrounded by the neighborhood's renowned dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. The Hubert successfully bridges the gap between townhouse-style privacy and full-service luxury living, making it one of TriBeCa's most coveted addresses.