Top New Condos (Post 2000)

Located at the crossroads of the Meatpacking District, the West Village and West Chelsea, the Porter House at 366 West 15th Street is a former industrial space that was converted into apartments. It is also known as 66 Ninth Avenue.

All 22 residences, which range from one to four bedrooms, feature tall ceilings, 4-inch-wide Jatoba hardwood flooring, in-residence washers and dryers and large windows. Kitchens are equipped with modern appliances and cabinetry and bathrooms have topnotch fixtures.

The Porter House has a full-time doorman, landscaped roof terrace, state-of-the-art fitness center, bike room, and cold storage. However, its most highly coveted feature is its address on the cusp of the West Village, the Meatpacking District, and Chelsea. 

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 Jackson Square is an 11-story LEED-certified condominium located at 122 Greenwich Avenue, strategically positioned at the intersection of the West Village and the Meatpacking District. Designed by renowned architect William Pedersen of Kohn Pedersen Fox, the building features a striking undulating glass façade that creates a dynamic visual presence. Completed in 2010, it houses 30 unique apartments, each with distinctive layouts that enhance the living experience.

The building offers a range of amenities including a 24-hour concierge, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a spa treatment room, and a landscaped garden. Residents can also enjoy a lounge with a gourmet catering kitchen, perfect for entertaining. Many apartments boast high-end finishes such as Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, Calacatta marble bathrooms, and expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that provide abundant natural light and views of the surrounding area.

Notable apartment features include 10-foot ceilings, custom Molteni kitchens, and some units with private outdoor spaces. The building's design allows for various configurations, including duplexes and triplex penthouses, with select residences offering terraces and even private swimming pools. The unique architectural style and luxurious amenities make One Jackson Square a sought-after residence in one of New York City's most vibrant neighborhoods.

Despite its modern appeal, the building has faced some community scrutiny regarding its design's compatibility with the historic character of the Greenwich Village area. Nevertheless, it has garnered recognition, including an honor award from the AIA National Chapter in 2011, solidifying its status as a landmark in contemporary urban living.

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.

The Residences at 400 Fifth Avenue is a striking 60 story mixed-use tower designed by renowned architectural firm Gwathmey Siegel & Associates and developed by Bizzi & Partners in 2010. This distinctive building features 184 residential condominiums occupying the upper floors above a 214 room luxury hotel (originally the Setai Fifth Avenue, now the Langham Place). The tower's most notable architectural features include its illuminated flared crown and unique vertically angled diamond shaped windows that create an almost billowy, textured appearance against limestone piers. Residents access their homes through a private entrance on 36th Street, completely separate from the hotel operations below.

The residences, with interiors designed by Das Concepts Inc., include floor-to-ceiling diamond angled windows that maximize light and views, rich black oak flooring, and custom Poliform kitchens equipped with Mont Blanc stone countertops, Sub-Zero refrigerators, and full Miele appliance suites. The marble bathrooms are particularly luxurious, featuring Zuma deep soaking tubs, separate glass enclosed showers, double vanities, and Grohe fixtures throughout. Units range from one to three bedrooms, with many offering panoramic city views including sightlines to the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and Hudson River.

The building's amenities include a 3,000 square foot state of the art fitness center equipped with Technogym equipment, and an 11th floor residents' lounge featuring outdoor terraces, gas fireplaces, and a full kitchen. The Auriga Spa offers resort style amenities including an Aqua Grotto, Ice Cave, Plunge Pool, and Hamam. Residents can access room service from the Langham hotel and utilize the hotel's concierge services.

Located on the northwest corner of Fifth Avenue and 36th Street, the building sits in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, just blocks from the Empire State Building and New York Public Library. This prime location provides easy access to Bryant Park, Fifth Avenue shopping, world class dining, Broadway theaters, and multiple subway lines. The building's illuminated crown has become a recognizable part of the Manhattan skyline, cementing its status as both an (unofficial) architectural landmark and coveted residential address.

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.

Located at the crossroads of Chelsea and the Meatpacking District, 459 West 18th Street is 11 stories and contains 10 apartments.

Apartments in the distinctive, black-and-white building with angular accents are distinguished by their white, modern interiors, tall ceilings and unique floor plans. Custom kitchens are equipped with large islands, top-of-the-line appliances and premium cabinetry, while master bathrooms have separate showers, deep tubs and double vanities.

An attended lobby and central air conditioning and heating are among the noteworthy amenities at 459 West 18th Street. It is also located near the Chelsea Piers entertainment complex, the Highline, art galleries, many restaurants and boutiques and several of Chelsea’s most notable new buildings.

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.

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.

505 Greenwich Street is a 14 story glass curtain wall condominium built in 2004 in Hudson Square, strategically positioned at the nexus of SoHo, Tribeca, and the West Village. Designed by Gary Handel & Associates, the building contains 104 units with a mix of 25 three bedroom, 42 two bedroom, and 37 one bedroom apartments. Notable residents have included author James Frey and celebrity hairstylist Nick Arrojo. The building sits on a particularly interesting block, positioned next to the architecturally striking 497 Greenwich Street with its rippling glass façade.

Apartments feature 10 foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the spaces with natural light. Standard finishes include Sub-Zero refrigerators, Viking ranges, and Bosch dishwashers, along with custom Tanzanian Anigre wood cabinetry, slate countertops, and Italian green glass backsplashes in kitchens. Bathrooms showcase Pietra Bedonia marble floors and surrounds with deep Kohler soaking tubs, while mahogany or hardwood floors run throughout. All units include in-unit washers and dryers, wine refrigerators, and individual storage spaces. Select apartments offer garden views overlooking the building's zen courtyard, while higher floor units provide sweeping views of One World Trade and the Hudson River.

The full service building offers comprehensive amenities including a 24 hour concierge, live-in superintendent, and a state-of-the-art fitness center equipped with Peloton bikes. Additional amenities include a pet spa, bicycle room, children's playroom, and a tranquil zen meditation garden courtyard. The location provides exceptional convenience, situated just a couple of blocks from Hudson River Park with its tennis courts, bike paths, and waterfront recreation, while being near the New York headquarters of Google and Disney. Multiple subway lines including the 1, A/C/E, N/Q/R/W, and 6 trains provide easy access throughout the city.