Top New Condos (Post 2000)

Designed by Pritzker Prize winning architect Jean Nouvel, 100 Eleventh Avenue stands as one of Chelsea's most distinctive architectural landmarks since its completion in 2010. Nouvel described the 21 story building as a "vision machine," featuring what the project claims to be the most highly engineered and technologically advanced curtain wall ever constructed in New York City. The building's dramatic façade consists of nearly 1,700 different sized panes of colorless glass, each set at a unique angle and torque, creating what Nouvel envisioned as a "dazzling, Mondrian like window pattern" inspired by the stained glass windows of Paris's 13th century Gothic cathedral of Saint Chapelle.

The building contains 72 apartments ranging from studios to four bedrooms, spanning 890 to 4,675 square feet. Most apartments feature south and west views and are distinguished by Nouvel's custom designed elements including white terrazzo floors throughout, custom terrazzo kitchen islands with built in mobile units, and touch sensitive bathroom fixtures designed specifically for Jado. The building's unique seven story street wall creates a semi enclosed atrium with suspended gardens that appear to float in mid air, while some residences feature private indoor and outdoor terraces.

Residents enjoy white glove amenities including 24 hour doorman service, concierge, a 70 foot indoor/outdoor heated swimming pool, fitness center with steam room and sauna, private screening room, and valet parking. The building is strategically located between 19th and 20th Streets, directly across from Frank Gehry's IAC Building and within walking distance of the High Line, Chelsea Piers, Whitney Museum, and over 300 art galleries in the West Chelsea Gallery District.

Notable residents have included Kelsey Grammer, Stevie Nicks, Vincent Gallo, and former NFL quarterback John Elway. The building's development was not without controversy, as Nouvel publicly criticized changes made to his original lobby design in 2010, when developers replaced his elegant polished granite lobby with carpeting and added decorative boulders, leading the architect to declare they had "gone off course." Despite these disputes, 100 Eleventh Avenue remains what critics called an "instant landmark" and continues to be recognized as a major architectural achievement.

One Jackson Square is an 11-story LEED-certified condominium designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox and completed in 2010. Amenities include concierge service, storage, a fitness center, a spa treatment room, a lounge with gourmet catering kitchen, and a common landscaped garden. Its address at 122 Greenwich Avenue puts it on the cusp of the West Village and the Meatpacking District, and close to the High Line, top restaurants and nightlife, and several transportation options.

The Chatham stands as one of the Upper East Side's most distinguished residential towers, a 34-story red brick and limestone condominium designed by renowned late architect Robert A.M. Stern, the former dean of the Yale School of Architecture. Completed in 2000 by Related Companies, the building replaced the former Sign of the Dove Restaurant site at 181 East 65th Street. Stern's architectural vision is evident throughout, from the building's striking oval lobby with a 17-foot blue-painted oculus to its elegant Georgian-inspired façade featuring attractive bay windows and one of the most sophisticated rooftop water tank enclosures built in decades.

The building's 94 apartments showcase exceptional attention to detail with premium finishes rarely found in post-war construction, including plaster walls, solid wood doors, and herringbone hardwood flooring. Units feature 9-foot ceilings on floors 4-17 and 10-foot ceilings above, with many apartments offering stunning Central Park and city views through oversized windows. The kitchens are equipped with top-tier appliances from Sub-Zero, Thermador, Viking, and Miele, while bathrooms feature marble floors and walls with high-end fixtures. Many units include terraces or balconies, and corner apartments particularly shine with multiple exposures and wraparound views.

Residents enjoy white-glove service with amenities that include a resident-only Equinox fitness center with Pilates studio, 24-hour doorman and concierge service, an on-site parking garage with valet service, and storage facilities. The building welcomes pets and maintains a live-in resident manager. Its prime Lenox Hill location provides immediate access to Central Park, world-class museums, Madison and Fifth Avenue shopping, and excellent transportation options, making it a coveted address that exemplifies luxury Upper East Side living.

133 West 22nd Street is a distinctive 13-story, 100-unit condominium completed in 2008 by developers Ascend Group LLC and Magnum Real Estate Group. Designed by Cetra-Rudy, the building is notable for its striking façade featuring convex and concave curves, while its lobby showcases an art glass wall, stainless steel columns with rivet detail, and wenge wood walls. The property was developed on a site previously occupied by three 4-story walkups purchased for approximately $29 million.

The building offers an impressive suite of amenities including a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, and a landscaped roof terrace equipped with cabanas, wet bar, and two grilling stations. Residents enjoy access to a fitness center with sauna, an outdoor swimming pool with dining area, and private storage options. A parking garage is conveniently accessible directly from the basement.

Residential units feature floor-to-ceiling windows, ceiling heights of at least 9'6", and high-end finishes throughout. Kitchens are outfitted by ItalKitchen with black lava stone countertops, while master bathrooms incorporate Tau Corten tile walls, Blanco Dolomiti honed floors, and Crestola honed stone countertops.

Situated in the heart of Chelsea, the building offers excellent access to multiple subway lines at 23rd Street. The location provides convenient proximity to numerous amenities including Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, Eataly, the High Line, Madison Square Park, and the Meatpacking District's dining and entertainment options.

One York Street is located in TriBeCa and opened in 2008.

The project was designed by Mexican starchitect Enrique Norten and features 32 loft units in a modern 13-story glass structure that's flanked by two low-rise wings, creating a single new complex. Residences have windows that are thermally and acoustically insulated to reduce street noise and feature wide plank oak floors, 8-foot wood doors and modern appliances. Master bathrooms have custom-designed vanities and whirlpool tubs.

1 York Street features a Swiss-engineered, automated parking garage: drivers simply pull up to an entrance pad, get out, swipe a card and walk away. The robotic parking valet then takes over, pulling the car into a lift that transports it to one of 40 slots. To retrieve the car, drivers swipe their card again and the car magically reappears. Amenities also include a 24-hour concierge, an outdoor 28-foot heated pool with sundeck and outdoor shower, a private health club and spa and temperature-controlled storage cellars.

One York Street’s northern TriBeCa location is very near to SoHo as well as many restaurants and cafes. It is also close to the Holland Tunnel.

One Riverside Park, completed in 2015 at 50 Riverside Boulevard, is a 33-story, 219-unit luxury condominium designed by Goldstein, Hill & West with interiors by Shamir Shah. The building is distinguished by its glass façade and distinctive base design, representing the southernmost tower of the Riverside South development along the Hudson River.

The building features over 50,000 square feet of amenities, anchored by a 40,000-square-foot La Palestra athletic club and spa. Notable facilities include a 75-foot swimming pool, 38-foot rock climbing wall, basketball and squash courts, two-lane bowling alley, golf simulator, and spa facilities. Additional amenities include an indoor playground designed by Kidville, a screening room, function room with catering kitchen, and landscaped courtyard.

Situated adjacent to Riverside Park South's 21 acres of waterfront space, the building enjoys proximity to Lincoln Center and Columbus Circle. The property benefits from a 20-year tax abatement extending through 2035/2037 and provides residents with a complimentary shuttle service to nearby transit hubs. Units range from one-bedrooms to expansive penthouses, many featuring Hudson River views and high-end finishes including Miele appliances and custom details.

Completed in 2015, 50 United Nations Plaza is a striking 43 story tower designed by renowned architect Sir Norman Foster of Foster + Partners, marking his first completed residential project in New York City. Developed by Zeckendorf Development and Global Holdings Inc., the building houses just 88 condominium apartments across its elegant glass façade, which features Foster's signature deep bay windows unified by a delicate horizontal grid of stainless steel tubes that reference New York's Art Deco heritage. Located directly across from the United Nations complex in Midtown East, the building offers a gated entry through a landscaped motor court, creating an exceptionally private and secure environment with only two residences per floor on most levels.

The building provides white glove service with a full staff including a 24 hour resident manager, concierge, doormen, valet, and porters. Amenities rival those of a luxury hotel, featuring a 75 foot swimming pool, state of the art fitness center managed by The Wright Fit, sauna, steam and massage rooms, plus practical conveniences like cold storage for groceries, bike storage, and on site valet parking. A conference room and children's playroom round out the offerings, while the dramatic lobby showcases a large waterfall and exotic fireplace.

Apartments range from 2 to 3 bedrooms, with select units featuring rare 14 foot ceilings and some spanning over 3,000 square feet. Common luxury finishes throughout include floor to ceiling bay windows with East River and skyline views, solid white oak hardwood floors, Poliform white lacquer cabinetry, honed absolute black granite countertops, and top tier appliances from Miele, Sub Zero, and Bosch. Bathrooms are clad in white Sivec marble with Foster + Partners designed teak vanities, Dornbracht fittings, and radiant heated floors, while in unit Miele washer/dryers and motorized window treatments add modern convenience.

The building has attracted notable residents including Mindy Grossman, CEO of Weight Watchers, and former UN Ambassador Nikki Haley. The two story penthouse features an outdoor infinity swimming pool, while the building's prime location offers residents easy access to the United Nations, East River esplanade, and Midtown East's dining and cultural attractions. With minimal turnover since opening, particularly in the popular corner B line units, 50 United Nations Plaza has established itself as one of Manhattan's most exclusive addresses.

The Harrison at 205 West 76th Street is situated on the Upper West Side and is comprised of two separate buildings designed to blend in with the neighborhood’s pre-war architecture.

Constructed in 2009, it features more than 120 residences in its two towers. The Harrison is also LEED-certified, as units are equipped with modern appliances that are Energy Star-rated. Master bathrooms have premium fixtures and marble finishes and all apartments feature large, energy efficient windows that help regulate temperature, reducing monthly heating and cooling bills.

Amenities include concierge service, a full-time doorman, an entertainment lounge, a landscaped courtyard, a children’s playroom, a rooftop deck, a garage and a health and fitness club. Located between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue, the Harrison is near cultural and entertainment attractions including the Beacon Theater, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts, Central Park and the American Museum of Natural History. Public transportation is only a few blocks away.

Chelsea House is a 13 story, 64 unit condominium completed in 2006 at 130 West 19th Street, developed by The Clarett Group and designed by GKV Architects. The building's distinctive architecture features an off center "dip" where the façade bends slightly inward, vertically rippled columns that add texture to the exterior, and decorative gray metal grills at ground level with geometric patterns reminiscent of Islamic art. This cast-in-place concrete structure includes a setback at the 10th floor and represents a subtle yet sophisticated approach to modern residential design.

Amenities include a 24 hour concierge, a state-of-the-art fitness center with Peloton bikes, a screening room, children's playroom, and cold storage. The crown jewel is the landscaped rooftop deck featuring cabanas, a fireplace, and panoramic views of the city skyline and Hudson River. The building also provides a live-in superintendent and private storage for residents.

Apartments range from one to four bedrooms, with layouts spanning approximately 1,100 to over 2,000 square feet. Most units feature floor-to-ceiling windows, open chef's kitchens with high end appliances from Viking, Sub-Zero, and Miele, hardwood floors, and in-unit washer/dryers. Select residences include private terraces and garden access, while the penthouses offer dramatic outdoor space and multiple exposures.

Located in the heart of Chelsea between Sixth and Seventh Avenues, the building is close to the High Line, Madison Square Park, Union Square, and world class dining and shopping destinations including Eataly and Chelsea Market. Transportation is exceptionally convenient with multiple subway lines nearby, including the 1, 2, 3, F, M, A, C and E trains.

Two Northside Piers stands as a 30 story, 270 unit luxury condominium at 47 North 4th Street on the Williamsburg waterfront, completed in 2008 as part of the larger Northside Piers development. Developed by Toll Brothers, RD Management, and L&M Development Partners and designed by FXFowle Architects, this blue glass tower was among the first residential developments to transform Williamsburg's former warehouse district into a premier residential enclave. The building offers sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline and East River from many of its units, with the tower positioned closest to the water as part of the two tower complex.

Apartments range from studios to impressive triplex penthouses and unique four level townhouse units with 44 foot long cellars. Units feature floor to ceiling windows, rich American walnut floors, and kitchens designed by Stephen Alton with high gloss custom cabinets, honed marble countertops, and premium appliances including Sub-Zero refrigerators and Bosch cooktops. Bathrooms showcase floor to ceiling tile with Lefroy Brooks fixtures, frameless glass enclosed showers with rain heads, and separate soaking tubs. Many apartments include in unit washers and dryers, and select units offer private balconies and terraces with spectacular city and river views.

The building provides an extensive amenities package including a heated indoor pool with ozone filtration system (the only one in Williamsburg), hot tub, sauna, and state of the art fitness center with Peloton bikes. Additional amenities encompass 24 hour doorman and concierge service, massage and yoga rooms, children's playrooms, screening room, residents' lounge with outdoor terrace, on site valet parking, bike storage, and refrigerated grocery storage. The comprehensive amenity offering rivals that of Manhattan's luxury buildings while maintaining the neighborhood's distinctive character.

Located steps from the East River Ferry, the building offers convenient transportation options with the nearby L train providing one stop access to the East Village. The waterfront location places residents in the heart of North Williamsburg's dining, arts, and entertainment scene, with easy access to Domino Park, East River State Park, and the area's renowned restaurants and galleries. The building benefits from a 25 year tax abatement running until 2036, making it an attractive investment opportunity in one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods.

A standout feature is the building's 400 foot long waterfront pier crowned by "Crescendo," an eight ton stainless steel sculpture by Brooklyn artist Mark Gibian that serves as both functional shade structure and striking public art. This dramatic, rib like skeletal formation evokes sea imagery and provides seating while offering incredible views of the river and Manhattan skyline. The sculpture's installation was notably complex, requiring months of permitting and specialized transport due to its massive 28 by 16 foot dimensions, exemplifying the developers' commitment to creating something extraordinary rather than merely functional for this waterfront amenity.