Top High Rise Condos (> 35 Floors)

Metropolitan Tower at 146 West 57th Street stands as one of Manhattan's most distinctive residential landmarks, a 78 story black glass skyscraper that cuts a dramatic silhouette against the Midtown skyline. Completed in 1986 and developed by Harry Macklowe, this bold architectural statement was designed by Schuman, Lichtenstein, Claman & Efron with its signature angled "knife edge" form that maximizes Central Park views for residents. The building's controversial black façade and aggressive modernist design initially drew criticism but has since become an iconic part of the city's architectural fabric, forming what critics dubbed the "tuning fork triumvirate" alongside the neighboring Carnegie Hall Tower and CitySpire.

The tower houses 234 condominium apartments above commercial office space, with residences ranging from one bedroom units to expansive four bedroom duplexes on the upper floors. Nearly all apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase sweeping views of Central Park, the Hudson River, and the Manhattan skyline. Common apartment features include high end finishes such as Sub-Zero refrigerators, Miele appliances, custom millwork, and premium materials like marble and hardwood flooring. Many units have been extensively renovated with smart home technology, wine storage, and spa like bathrooms, while the building's higher floors offer some of the most spectacular park and city vistas in Manhattan.

Residents enjoy what the building markets as a "six star" lifestyle through Club Metropolitan, an exclusive residents only restaurant on the 30th floor that provides complimentary breakfast, room service, wine tastings, and private event space with an outdoor terrace. Additional amenities include a 20 by 40 foot swimming pool with city views, a full service fitness center with steam and sauna facilities, 24 hour concierge and doorman service, valet parking, and housekeeping services. The building has attracted notable residents including Mike Ovitz (former head of Creative Artists Agency), supermodel Adriana Lima, and actor George Takei. Located just two blocks from Central Park and steps from Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Columbus Circle, Metropolitan Tower offers prime access to Manhattan's cultural and shopping districts while maintaining a no pets policy except for service animals.

The Sheffield at 322 West 57th Street is a 49-story dark brown brick tower built in 1978 by developer Hyman Shapiro and designed by Emery Roth & Sons. Originally constructed as an 845-unit rental building, it was converted to approximately 600 condominiums in the mid-2000s under Kent Swig's ownership, though the conversion process was notably tumultuous.

The cruciform-shaped tower features a distinctive through-block design between 56th and 57th Streets, with a double-height lobby finished in Italian travertine and granite. The building's base was later reclad with granite and glass during its conversion. Residences range from studios to four-bedrooms, featuring Nordic Ash floors and modern finishes.

The Sheffield's crowning amenity is its Sky Club, occupying the 57th and 58th floors, which includes a glass-enclosed swimming pool that opens to an outdoor sundeck, two resident lounges, a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa facilities, and a children's playroom. Additional amenities include a 345-car garage, private driveway, laundry facilities on each floor, and a pet spa.

The building's history reflects the transformation of its West Midtown neighborhood. What was once considered a relatively underdeveloped area has evolved into a vibrant district, anchored by nearby Columbus Circle, the Time Warner Center, and Hearst Tower. The Sheffield stands as one of the area's pioneering residential towers.

Notably, the building underwent several ownership changes, including a period of foreclosure before being acquired by Fortress Investment Group in 2009. The subsequent renovation by Cetra-Ruddy included updates to the lobby and amenity spaces, helping to reestablish the building's position in the luxury market.

The Sheffield's location offers proximity to Central Park, Lincoln Center, and the Theater District, with excellent access to public transportation. The building maintains a 24-hour doorman and concierge service, and its through-block plaza provides a connection to the landscaped gardens of the neighboring Parc Vendome complex.

Trump Palace at 200 East 69th Street stands as one of the the tallest residential buildings on the Upper East Side, rising 634 feet across 56 stories in the heart of Lenox Hill. Designed by Frank Williams & Associates and completed in 1991, this distinctive brick tower features a crenellated Art Deco inspired crown that has become an unofficial landmark on the Upper East Side skyline. The building's yellowish-orange brick façade and complex architectural form marked a significant departure from typical Trump developments of the era, representing a more sophisticated approach to high rise design. The tower replaced the New York Foundling Hospital and was built as-of-right, though Trump's request for a five screen movie theater was denied.

The building houses 283 apartments distributed across the main tower and two smaller attached structures of eight and nine stories. This configuration provides residents with considerable exclusivity, as the top several floors contain only one unit each. Many apartments feature protected views of Central Park, the East River, or city skylines, with some offering private terraces or balconies. Common apartment features include floor-to-ceiling windows, marble bathrooms, hardwood floors, and in-unit washers and dryers. Higher floor units, particularly corner apartments and penthouses, command premium prices for their panoramic 360 degree views stretching from Central Park to the Hudson and East Rivers.

Trump Palace operates as a white glove, full service condominium with 24 hour doorman and concierge services, an attended parking garage with direct building access, a state-of-the-art fitness center, landscaped courtyard garden, children's playground, and bike storage. Notable residents have included Steve Madden, the shoe designer and founder of Steve Madden Shoes. Located just blocks from the 6 and Q train lines, the building offers prime access to Central Park, Madison Avenue shopping, Museum Mile, and the broader Upper East Side.

The Rushmore is a striking 42-story twin-towered condominium at 80 Riverside Boulevard, completed in 2008 by Extell Development Corporation and designed by Costas Kondylis and Partners. The 425 foot high building features illuminated tower tops and houses 271 apartments ranging from one to five bedrooms, with six duplex units entered at ground level and full floor penthouses occupying the upper floors of each tower. The building's architectural design includes a 16 story base with setbacks and slender towers that borrow stylistic elements from Cesar Pelli's World Financial Center, creating a distinctive presence along Riverside Boulevard.

Residents enjoy premium finishes throughout their homes, including a choice of three kitchen designs equipped with Sub-Zero, Viking, and Miele appliances, along with bathrooms featuring Kohler and Waterworks fixtures. Many apartments boast Hudson River views, hardwood floors, and high ceilings, with larger units offering spacious great rooms, enclosed kitchens, and multiple bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms. The building has attracted notable residents including Alex Rodriguez, who sold his 3,585 square foot 35th floor apartment for $6.6 million in 2012, as well as music industry executive Clive Davis and NBA player Tyson Chandler.

The Rushmore's amenities rival those of a luxury resort, featuring the La Palestra Wellness Center with an indoor swimming pool, a Kidville NY designed children's playground, screening room, billiards room, and a 185 car garage. The building provides 24 hour doorman and concierge services, along with a shuttle service to public transportation. Its prime location directly across from Riverside Park offers residents easy access to Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Central Park, and the cultural attractions of Manhattan's Upper West Side, making it one of the most sought after addresses along Riverside Boulevard.

Place 57 is a striking 36 story reflective glass tower at 207 East 57th Street, completed in 2006 and designed by acclaimed architect Ismael Leyva. Developed by The Clarett Group in partnership with renowned French crystal maker Baccarat, the building features a distinctive angled façade and dramatic cantilever at its northwest corner. The tower contains just 68 luxury residences with a maximum of two apartments per floor, ensuring exceptional privacy and exclusivity. Interior designer Vicente Wolf created the building's sophisticated lobby adorned with Baccarat crystal lighting and fixtures, along with an outdoor garden featuring crystal chandeliers.

The building's apartments, ranging from two to four bedrooms, showcase premium finishes throughout including Brazilian walnut or mahogany flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sweeping city and Central Park views. Kitchens feature Viking appliances with custom cabinetry and stone countertops, while bathrooms are outfitted with Waterworks fixtures, whirlpool soaking tubs, and separate glass enclosed showers. Most units include spacious galleries, abundant walk in and reach in closets, in-unit washers and dryers, and individual safes. Notable residences include duplex units and the penthouse, which was once occupied by Oprah Winfrey and features three bedrooms with a large private terrace.

Place 57 offers white glove service with 24 hour doorman and concierge services, along with amenities including a state of the art fitness center, residents' lounge, children's playroom, private storage units, and a landscaped rooftop terrace. The prime Midtown East location provides exceptional convenience, with Whole Foods directly across the street, Bloomingdale's two blocks away, and easy access to Central Park, Fifth Avenue shopping, and multiple subway lines. The building welcomes pets and maintains its reputation as one of the most attractive reflective glass residential towers in midtown Manhattan.

At a soaring 49 stories, 220 Riverside Boulevard is the tallest tower in its development.

The residences offer varied and spacious floor plans suited to a range of buyer needs. Apartments were developed with an emphasis on two-, three- and four-bedroom units, each designed to maximize space and capitalize on the extraordinary river views and abundance of natural light. They are include such details as herringbone hardwood floors, oversized, sound-proof windows, individual climate control and state-of-the-art telecommunications and entertainment systems. Kitchens are equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances and master baths and powder rooms have topnotch vanities, fixtures and finishes.

220 Riverside Boulevard offers amenities that include a round-the-clock hotel-style doorman, concierge and valet service, a health club with pool and spa, on-site parking, a wood-paneled library, an English billiards room, an entertainment suite, a children’s playroom and a landscaped interior courtyard.

220 Riverside Boulevard offers residents access to Riverside Park and the Hudson River Esplanade. It is also close to the shops and restaurants of Columbus Circle and is near to excellent public transportation. 

The Link is a striking 44 story condominium tower at 310 West 52nd Street, notable for its distinctive clear glass "cube" entrance reminiscent of the Apple store at the GM Building. Completed in 2007 by developer Elad Properties and designed by Costas Kondylis and Partners, the 498 foot tall building contains 215 units and features a graceful illuminated top. The tower's mid block location provides residents with significantly less traffic and noise than avenue-facing buildings while offering superior, less obstructed views from its multiple façades and corner windows.

Apartments at The Link are distinguished by their floor-to-ceiling windows and impressive ceiling heights reaching up to 17 feet in some units. The residences feature high-end finishes including Poggenpohl cabinetry, Sub-Zero refrigerators, Bosch appliances, bluestone countertops, and Neptune Zen soaking tubs with Duravit fixtures. White oak hardwood flooring flows throughout most units, and Hudson River and sunset views are particularly coveted, especially in the corner apartments. The building also includes a unique 6 story wing containing townhouse units with three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and terraces.

The building offers comprehensive amenities including a 24 hour doorman and concierge, a double height fitness center, a live-in superintendent, and a 3,200-square-foot landscaped terrace. The lobby features two bamboo groves and a reflecting pool garden. Located in the heart of Midtown West where it meets Hell's Kitchen, The Link provides easy access to Columbus Circle, Central Park, Lincoln Center, the Theater District, and multiple subway lines. The building is investor friendly, allowing pied-à-terre use and six month minimum leases, making it attractive for both residents and investment purposes.

Park Avenue Place, completed in 2005, stands as a distinctive 41 story condominium at 60 East 55th Street, designed by world renowned architects Kohn Pedersen Fox with interiors by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The 76 unit building was developed by Davis/RFR, with Aby Rosen as principal, and was originally named "de Resident" when ground broke in 2000. The tower occupies its entire 86 by 100 foot lot with a built floor area ratio of 17.38, creating an imposing presence described as resembling "a high tech, stainless steel aircraft carrier standing on one end."

The building's unique mixed use design incorporates The Core Club, an exclusive private club occupying the lower five floors, which provides residents with complimentary access to a Tom Colicchio restaurant and bar, state of the art spa, fitness center, screening room, conference facilities, and private dining rooms. This integration of luxury club amenities directly within the residential building sets Park Avenue Place apart from typical Manhattan condominiums. Additional building services include 24 hour doorman and concierge, live in superintendent, valet services, and private storage lockers.

Apartments range from studios on lower floors to three bedroom homes on upper levels, with a duplex penthouse spanning the 44th and 45th floors featuring private terraces. Units showcase floor to ceiling windows, Brazilian cherry hardwood floors, and kitchens equipped with Sub Zero refrigerators, Miele appliances, wine coolers, built in espresso makers, black granite counters, and white lacquer cabinetry. The marble bathrooms feature soaking tubs, separate glass enclosed showers, heated towel bars, and double sink vanities, while each apartment includes in unit Bosch washer/dryers.

Located between Park and Madison Avenues in Midtown East, the building offers prime access to Fifth Avenue shopping, Central Park, Grand Central Terminal, and major subway lines including the E, M, and 6 trains. The neighborhood context places Park Avenue Place among other distinctive towers on what's described as one of Manhattan's most architecturally striking blocks, with easy access to world class dining, luxury shopping, and cultural attractions that define this coveted Midtown location.

Bristol Plaza, a soaring 50-story residential condominium at 200 East 65th Street, stands as a beacon of luxury in the heart of Manhattan's Upper East Side. Originally known as Milro Tower—named after its developers, the Milstein brothers and Robert Olnick—the building was completed in 1987 and boasts 308 elegantly designed residences.

Designed by Ulrich Franzen & Associates and Philip Birnbaum & Associates, this beige-brick tower is notable for its corner bay windows, open-frame roof adorned with telecommunications dishes, and its handsome retail base on Third Avenue. The tower’s double-height lobby exudes luxury, setting the tone for the opulent living spaces within. Apartments feature high ceilings, beautifully planned kitchens, and Italian marble bathrooms, reflecting meticulous attention to detail.

Bristol Plaza is recognized as one of the most prestigious condominiums on the Upper East Side, providing five-star services that include a private porte-cochere, on-site attended garage, private storage, and a smoke-free environment that welcomes pets up to 25 pounds. The building offers residents an array of top-tier amenities, including a doorman, concierge, garage, and health club with a sauna, steam and massage rooms, and a glass-enclosed 50-foot swimming pool with a Jacuzzi. The building also features a landscaped sundeck, and a mid-rise, mid-block building with a distinctive curved roof.

Situated near the finest restaurants, shopping, art galleries, museums, and Central Park, Bristol Plaza combines timeless elegance with modern conveniences, offering an unparalleled living experience in one of New York City's most coveted neighborhoods.

Completed in 2007, Ariel East is a 37-story, 400-foot tall luxury condominium tower located on Broadway between 99th and 100th Streets on Manhattan's Upper West Side. Designed by Cetra/Ruddy for Extell Development Company, the building contains 64 residences and is distinguished by its reflective-glass façade with red piping accents and seven dramatic setbacks facing Broadway.

The development was made possible through the acquisition of air rights from St. Michael's Episcopal Church, and along with its sister building Ariel West across Broadway, significantly altered the northern skyline of the Upper West Side. The twin towers marked a notable shift in the area's architectural landscape, which had previously been dominated by landmarks like the Riverside Church and the Master Apartments.

Residents enjoy an extensive suite of amenities including a private theater, swimming pool, billiards lounge, La Palestra fitness center, garden, children's playroom, and pet spa. The building features several private terraces on the 8th, 16th, 21st, 27th, 33rd and 36th floors, and is situated adjacent to the historic Art Deco-style Metro Theater.