Top Boutique Condos (< 50 Units)

111 Central Park North is a 19-story boutique condominium with 48 apartments, completed in 2006 and designed by Hillier Architecture and SCLE Architects. Developed by the Athena Group under Louis M. Dubin, the blue-glass-clad building sits at the northwest corner of Lenox Avenue, directly across from Central Park. The building's exclusivity is enhanced by its focus on larger residences—no studios or one-bedrooms—creating an intimate community.

The building's apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows with unobstructed Central Park views, white oak hardwood floors, and high-end finishes including Viking appliances and marble countertops. Many units include private balconies or terraces, with sizes typically ranging from 1,900 to 2,000 square feet for two and three-bedroom layouts. The crown jewel is a triplex penthouse spanning 3,557 square feet with 1,668 square feet of private terraces, featuring 30-foot ceilings and an original glass-and-steel spiral staircase by Dean Maltz. Notable residents have included Yankees outfielder Suzuki Ichiro.

Residents enjoy comprehensive amenities including 24/7 doorman and concierge service, a fitness center, second-floor common roof deck, party room, and cold storage. The building features a 41-car garage with many units including deeded parking spaces—a significant value in Manhattan. The location offers exceptional convenience with the 2/3 subway lines directly at the building entrance and multiple bus routes stopping in front, providing 15-20 minute access to Midtown while being steps from Central Park attractions like the Harlem Meer, Lasker Rink, and the Conservatory Garden.

The O'Neill Building, an architectural landmark at 655 Sixth Avenue between West 20th and 21st Streets, was originally constructed in 1887 as Hugh O'Neill's Dry Goods Building. Designed by Mortimer C. Merritt, it stands as the oldest and most distinguished of the major department stores that once lined Ladies' Mile, the historic retail district along Sixth Avenue. The building's distinctive cast-iron façade features Corinthian columns, ornate architectural details, and its signature beehive-style domes atop almost cylindrical towers at both corners.

The structure's history reflects the evolution of the neighborhood - from retail glory to manufacturing use by the 1920s. The original four-story building received a fifth-floor addition in 1895, and the iconic domes were removed in the early 20th century. In 2003, Elad Properties acquired the property for $37 million and undertook an ambitious conversion project.

Completed in 2007, the conversion by developer Miki Naftali and architects Cetra/Ruddy transformed the historic structure into 49 luxury condominiums while restoring the building's distinctive domes. The renovation included a two-story rooftop addition, made possible through an agreement with the Congregation of Shearith Israel, owners of the adjacent cemetery.

Today, the seven-story luxury condominium offers full-service amenities including 24-hour doorman service, concierge, and a 4,000-square-foot landscaped roof deck with outdoor kitchen and dining areas. The building's prewar character is preserved in its soaring ceiling heights, oversized windows, and architectural details, while residences feature modern luxury finishes.

The building's location in Chelsea places it at the intersection of several desirable neighborhoods including the Flatiron District and Greenwich Village. Residents enjoy proximity to numerous restaurants, shopping options including Trader Joe's and Whole Foods, and excellent public transportation access.

The O'Neill Building falls within the Ladies' Mile Historic District, designated in 1989, and stands across from the landmarked Church of the Holy Communion complex. Its historic façade was painted white to resemble stone, and the building's name remains emblazoned in relief on its pediment, serving as a reminder of its significant role in New York City's commercial history.

109 Greene Street, also known as The Lofts at Greene Street II, is a 7 story boutique condominium completed in 2005 on one of SoHo's most coveted cobblestone blocks. Developed by Goldman Properties and designed by Cook + Fox, the building is a striking modern interpretation of the neighborhood's historic cast iron architecture, featuring I-beam and riveted girders in the style of early 20th Century bridge construction. The façade is painted in two tones of gray with large black framed windows, creating an aesthetic that is both historic and high tech. With only 15 residential apartments, the building offers 24 hour doorman service, keyed elevator access, private storage, and a pet friendly policy that allows corporate ownership, pied-à-terre use, and 90% financing.

Apartments throughout the building feature soaring 13 foot ceilings, central air conditioning, and keyed elevator access that opens directly into each unit. Common finishes include gas fireplaces, herringbone or wide plank oak floors, marble kitchens and bathrooms, and high end appliances from Sub-Zero, Miele, Wolf, and Fisher & Paykel. Most units include in-unit washer/dryer, custom closets, and generous storage. The typical layout places east facing living spaces with oversized windows overlooking Greene Street, while bedrooms face west with open sky views. Two bedroom units span approximately 1,740 square feet and often feature double height entrance galleries and curved staircases connecting the levels.

Larger residences include three bedroom lofts of around 2,550 square feet, among the building's most spacious offerings. The duplex penthouses are particularly notable, with over 1,400 square feet of private outdoor space across three levels, including landscaped terraces with gas grills and fire pits, private balconies off the primary bedroom, and roof decks with panoramic SoHo views. Recent penthouse renovations have incorporated smart home technology with integrated Savant systems, built in Sonos speakers, and motorized shades throughout.

The building sits between Spring and Prince Streets, surrounded by world class shopping including Louis Vuitton, Stella McCartney, Fendi, and Dior at street level, along with notable restaurants such as Mercer Kitchen, Cipriani Downtown, and Ladurée. Despite its central SoHo location with easy subway access, the block remains notably quiet, as it is one of the rare streets in the neighborhood without bars or restaurants. As a non AIR building, 109 Greene Street offers greater purchase flexibility than many other SoHo properties.

The Touraine is a 15 story boutique condominium at 132 East 65th Street on the southeast corner of Lexington Avenue, completed in 2013 by Toll Brothers. Designed by H. Thomas O'Hara with façade work by French born architect Lucien Lagrange, the building contains just 22 residences ranging from one bedroom units to a duplex penthouse. The architecture features a three story rusticated limestone base, setbacks at the 12th and 13th floors, and a mansard roof, with an arched two story entrance leading to a double-height lobby with a curved staircase and chandelier. The building's name was chosen for its French character after Toll Brothers rejected the previous developer's plan to call it Olivia.

Apartments feature enclosed kitchens with Calacatta marble countertops, Gaggenau appliances, and Sub-Zero refrigerators, along with eat in areas in many units. Bathrooms are outfitted with Waterworks fixtures and Italian Calacatta and Arctic gray marble. Ceilings range from 9.6 to 11 feet, with the penthouses enjoying the highest ceiling heights. Flooring includes 5 inch plank ash wood and herringbone patterns in some units. The duplex Penthouse 1 spans two floors with a fireplace, four bedrooms, and a private rooftop deck, while Penthouse 4 offers four bedrooms with 50 linear feet of living and entertaining space across the den, living, and dining rooms.

The building provides 24 hour concierge service, a residents library, a barrel vaulted wine cellar with private lockers for over 100 bottles, a fitness center, and a landscaped rooftop terrace with an outdoor fireplace. Additional amenities include refrigerated storage, bicycle storage, personal storage bins, and a package room. Many units benefit from a 421-A tax abatement, and the building is pet friendly. The location offers proximity to Central Park, Madison Avenue shopping, and the Lexington Avenue subway.

129 Lafayette Street was originally built as a printing facility in 1911 and converted to a luxury loft condominium in 2004. The limestone-clad building is marked by a grand lobby with 24-hour doorman service, private on-site storage, and a 2,000-square-foot landscaped roof deck with panoramic views. It is located at Lafayette Street and Howard Street near Soho, Chinatown, Nolita, the Bowery, and Tribeca. Pets are allowed.

The Sterling Mason building at 71 Laight Street is one of Tribeca's most sought-after condominium loft conversions. Loved for its location, stunning design, and gorgeous interiors, the project was designed by noted architect Morris Adjmi and takes a six-story Tribeca loft building replicates the original 1906 red-brick masonry building with a new light-gray twin with concrete panels and a metallic finish.

Within, Gachot Studios has blended refined finishes with soaring ceilings and other classic loft details, with bespoke finishes like Henrybuilt kitchens. A four-bedroom duplex penthouse sits at the building’s pinnacle offering 5,000 square feet of interior space and a 1,065-square-foot private terrace.

Unlike many of the neighborhood’s authentic lofts, this one is blessed with the kind of amenities you’d find in a high-rise, including a concierge, a doorman, a porter and a resident manager, a children’s play space designed in collaboration with the 92nd Street Y, a fitness center and a 12-car garage.

From La Garconne to Locanda Verde, Bubby’s and Ear Inn, the western Tribeca neighborhood, near Soho and the West Village, is a cornucopia of shopping, restaurants and waterfront enjoyment in the form of Hudson River Park, the Tribeca dog run and much more.

551 West 21st Street is a 19-story, 44-unit luxury condominium completed in 2015, designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect Norman Foster and Foster + Partners - their first residential project in the US. Developed by Scott Resnick of SR Capital and GTIS Partners, with Beyer Blinder Belle as associate architect, the building stands as an architectural masterpiece in West Chelsea. The structure features a striking white precast concrete and polished brass façade with distinctive window treatments combining gold and black metal frames.

The building's dramatic entrance includes a gated drive court surrounded by a 20-foot green wall and leads to a 34-foot-high double-height lobby with a prismatic glass wall and grand chandelier. Residences feature 11-foot ceilings, French-inspired oak herringbone floors, custom millwork, and floor-to-ceiling windows with deep façade reveals for perimeter seating. Kitchens showcase Blanco de Macael marble countertops, natural stained oak cabinetry, and premium appliances from Sub-Zero, Miele, and Gaggenau.

The three full-floor penthouses span approximately 6,200 square feet each with 12-foot ceilings and 360-degree views. The top penthouse includes over 4,000 square feet of outdoor space featuring a 61-foot-long swimming pool - the largest private outdoor pool in New York City. All penthouses include separate elevator entrances for entertaining and private quarters, wood-burning fireplaces, and sophisticated climate control systems.

Amenities include 24-hour doorman, concierge, porter and valet services, a state-of-the-art fitness center with spa facilities, yoga room, residents' lounge with fireplace and catering kitchen, children's playroom, bike storage, and a dedicated service entrance. The building also offers on-site parking.

Located at 551 West 21st Street, the building sits half a block from the High Line and across from Chelsea Piers in the heart of West Chelsea's gallery district. The neighborhood offers easy access to the Meatpacking District, West Village, Hudson Yards, and numerous acclaimed restaurants and cultural attractions.

The building represents Foster's continued architectural innovation in New York, following his other notable projects like the Hearst Tower and 50 United Nations Plaza. Its sophisticated design and attention to detail have established it as one of West Chelsea's most prestigious addresses, offering residents an exceptional living experience with stunning Hudson River and city views.

Built in 1924, the Atalanta at 25 North Moore Street in TriBeCa is a 17-story former warehouse for butter, cheese and eggs that was converted into loft apartments in 2001.

It has three lofts on each floor that range in size from 1,914 to 2,926 square feet. Atop the Atalanta are two terraced, duplex penthouses of 4,500 square feet and 5,200 square feet, one of which has outdoor space in the form of an addition on top of the building. Units were sold as raw space, allowing the owners to get creative with the interior design and layout.

Amenities at the Atalanta include a 24-hour doorman, resident manager, state-of-the-art wiring, and a sundeck with gas grill and panoramic city views. 25 North Moore Street is situated close to restaurants and shops, as well as Washington Market, Hudson River Park, and the 1/2/3/A/C/E trains.