One Northside Piers stands as a 29 story, 180 unit luxury condominium at 4 North 5th Street in Williamsburg, completed in 2008 as part of the neighborhood's waterfront transformation. Developed by Toll Brothers, RD Management, and L&M Development Partners and designed by FXFowle Architects, this sleek glass tower forms half of the Northside Piers complex alongside its 30 story sibling, Two Northside Piers. The development was the first residential project on the Williamsburg waterfront, pioneering luxury high rise living in what was formerly a warehouse district.
Residences feature Stephen Alton designed kitchens with premium finishes throughout, including wide plank American walnut floors, high gloss custom cabinets with chrome hardware, and honed marble countertops with crystal white backsplashes. Apartments are equipped with Sub-Zero refrigerators, Bosch dishwashers, and Thermador ovens and cooktops, while bathrooms showcase floor to ceiling tile, Lefroy Brooks fixtures, frameless glass enclosed showers with rain heads, and separate soaking tubs. All units include in-unit vented washer/dryers and floor to ceiling windows offering East River and Manhattan skyline views.
The building's apartment mix ranges from studios to impressive penthouses, with layouts designed to maximize river views and natural light. Notable units include triplex penthouses with private terraces up to 465 square feet, and rare four level townhouse units featuring 44 foot long cellars and multiple terraces. The "E" and "D" lines are particularly sought after as the largest two bedroom layouts in the building, with some corner units offering triple exposures and sweeping panoramic views. A limited number of units feature private outdoor space, making them especially desirable.
Amenities at Northside Piers are extensive, featuring a heated indoor pool and hot tub, state of the art fitness center, sauna, massage and yoga rooms, children's playroom, and 24/7 concierge service. The complex includes over 21,000 square feet of retail space and offers valet parking, bike storage, and rooftop access. The development's crown jewel is its 400 foot long waterfront pier featuring "Crescendo," an eight ton stainless steel sculpture by Brooklyn artist Mark Gibian that serves as both functional shade structure and striking public art.
Residents benefit from a 421a tax abatement extending until 2034, significantly reducing carrying costs in this prime waterfront location. The building sits just one stop from Manhattan via the L train at Bedford Avenue, with the East River Ferry stop directly at the North 5th Street Pier. The location provides immediate access to Domino Park, East River State Park, and the vibrant dining and nightlife scene of North Williamsburg, while the waterfront esplanade offers a peaceful retreat with unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline.
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Manhattan House is a landmarked, full-service condominium designed by Pritzker Prize laureate Gordon Bunshaft. It is located on the Upper East Side at 200 East 66th Street, near many restaurants and shops on Third Avenue.
The 19-story complex spans the entire block between Second and Third Avenues and 65th and 66th Streets. It underwent a significant overhaul in 2007, one that aimed to preserve the complex's original architectural details. Kitchens and bathrooms boast modern, premium appliances and deluxe fixtures. Select units have private outdoor space.
A 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent are on staff at Manhattan House. Amenities include two port cocheres, a massive private garden, a roof deck, a lounge, a club room with private kitchen, a bespoke Exhale spa, a renovated fitness center, a yoga studio, a library, and a children’s playroom designed by Roto Architects. On-site parking with valet service is available, as is valet dry cleaning, a package room, and cold storage. Pets are welcome.
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Designed by the world-renowned architect Robert A. M. Stern, the Brompton at 205 East 85th Street is located in the Upper East Side.
The Brompton was completed in 2009, is a Gothic-inspired and has generously sized residences and elegant details. Ranging from studios to townhouses, the 166 Brompton apartments have elegant kitchens featuring maple cabinetry and state-of-the-art appliances; master bathrooms are equipped with vanities with double sinks, six-foot soaking tubs and glass and marble shower stalls. Some apartments have fireplaces and Juliet balconies, while the duplex Townhouses have elevators. All residences have oversized windows, washers and dryers, entry foyers and walk-in closets.
The Brompton's hotel-style amenities include a personal assistant to handle everything from making restaurant reservations and spa appointments to arranging pet and child care. There is a landscaped interior courtyard for residents and ownership comes with a membership to the adjoining Equinox Fitness Club, which has a private lounge for Brompton residents and a full-service spa along with premium fitness equipment.
The residential Yorkville neighborhood is near Carl Schurz Park, the jogging path along the East River, public transportation and excellent local shops.
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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.
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521 Park Avenue was designed by William Boring, an American-born architect who studied architecture at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts before returning to New York and joining the firm of McKim, Mead and White. The limestone building has been honored with numerous international design awards, including a gold medal for architecture from the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1900.
521 Park Avenue was constructed as a cooperative in 1911, converted to a condominium in 1987, and currently has 24 units. The building has a full-time doorman, a live-in superintendent, a fitness center, and private storage that transfers with each unit. It also benefits from a location near Central Park, world-renowned restaurants, and top shopping. Pets, pied-a-terres, and flexible financing are allowed.
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The Galleria at 117 East 57th Street is a 55-story, mixed-use residential tower with 253 apartments. Located just off Park Avenue on one of the most famous shopping streets in the world, it has one of the city's most dramatic entrances.
Residences feature walls of windows with spectacular views. Apartments have marble bathrooms, abundant closets, wood floors and washer and dryers. The units on the south side have living rooms that contain “Winter Garden” terraces, which resemble greenhouses with glass walls and slanted roofs. Such a room-within-a-room can be set-up as a breakfast room, den or even an additional bedroom.
Amenities and services at the Galleria include a 24-hour doorman, concierge, a valet, room service, a garage and a health club with a pool and a spa. At the Sky Lounge on the 54th floor, residents can also enjoy views of the cityscape and have drinks outside on the terrace or inside by the fireplace.
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With 354 condominium apartments, the Chelsea Mercantile is one of the largest residential conversions in Chelsea.
Apartments range from studios to four-bedroom lofts and vary in size from 856 to 3,069 square feet. Many units have exposed brick walls with nine-foot beamed ceilings and walk-in closets. Some penthouses have ceilings that rise between 11 and 13 feet as well as fireplaces, skylights and terraces. All apartments have state-of-the-art wiring and gourmet kitchens with stainless-steel appliances, black granite countertops, cherry wood cabinets and built-in garbage disposals. Master bathrooms have limestone walls and floors, deep soaking tubs and separate stall showers.
Amenities at the Chelsea Mercantile include a 24-hour doorman and concierge, valet and maid service, a fitness center with children’s playroom, an expansive planted roof deck with beautiful city and river views, a garage and a Whole Foods Market on the corner.
Located between West 24th and 25th Streets, 252 Seventh Avenue is in the heart of Chelsea. There is very good public transportation in the area and it is convenient to the Flatiron District to the east and Greenwich Village to the south.
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400 Park Avenue South stands as one of NoMad's most architecturally distinctive buildings, earning recognition on CityRealty's Top 10 NYC Buildings of the Decade list. Designed by renowned architect Christian de Portzamparc, this 40 story tower features a dramatic crystalline design with jagged glass shards that create both striking exterior appeal and unique interior layouts. The building's innovative glass façade doesn't just make a visual statement but also floods apartments with natural light through floor-to-ceiling windows.
The mixed use development houses 269 rental apartments and 81 condominiums, offering residents flexibility in housing arrangements. Each unit showcases high quality finishes including white oak floors throughout, open concept living spaces, and kitchens equipped with sleek glass faced Pedini cabinetry paired with quartzite countertops. The bathrooms continue the luxury theme with marble vanities and heated limestone floors, adding both elegance and comfort.
Residents enjoy an impressive array of amenities spread throughout the building. The fitness facilities are particularly comprehensive, featuring a full gym, swimming pool, steam room, dedicated yoga room, and spinning studio. Additional recreational spaces include a residents' lounge, screening room for private movie nights, and an unusual golf simulator for year round practice. A landscaped 27th floor terrace provides outdoor space with sweeping city views, while resident storage addresses practical needs.
The building's commitment to sustainability earned it LEED certification for its environmentally friendly features, reflecting modern green building standards. This environmental consciousness aligns with the building's forward thinking design philosophy, making it appealing to eco minded residents who don't want to compromise on luxury or convenience.
Location wise, 400 Park Avenue South offers exceptional connectivity and neighborhood amenities. The ground level integrates directly with the 28th Street subway station serving the 4 and 6 trains, providing seamless transit access. The building sits just one block from Madison Square Park, giving residents easy access to one of Manhattan's most beloved green spaces in the heart of the vibrant NoMad district.
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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.
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The Urban Glass House at 330 Spring Street stands as Philip Johnson's final major residential development, completed in 2006 just after the legendary architect's death at age 98. Designed in collaboration with Alan Ritchie and taking direct inspiration from Johnson's iconic 1949 Glass House in New Canaan, Connecticut, this 12-story modernist building contains 40 units positioned at the coveted intersection of SoHo, TriBeCa, and the West Village. The building's clean International Style lines and cube-like form with strategic setbacks create a striking presence, while its name proves literal—floor-to-ceiling windows dominate every residence, with the penthouse alone featuring over 70 floor-to-ceiling windows providing 360-degree city and Hudson River views.
Interiors by renowned designer Annabelle Selldorf showcase a sophisticated palette of black, gray, and silver with custom details throughout. Most apartments feature 9'9" ceilings (the penthouse boasts 12' ceilings), distinctive white oak herringbone floors that echo the brick patterns of Johnson's original Glass House, and remote-controlled motorized window shades. The custom Bulthaup kitchens with stainless steel appliances and compressed black linoleum countertops reference modernist design principles, while bathrooms feature luxurious touches like radiant heated floors and deep soaking tubs. Many units offer expansive loft-like entertaining spaces, with some living areas stretching over 40 feet in length, and several apartments include private terraces with Hudson River views.
The crown jewel penthouse spans the entire top floor with 4,266 square feet of interior space plus nearly 1,600 square feet of wraparound terraces on three sides. This five-bedroom residence features a double-sided fireplace, multiple terrace access points, and unobstructed views spanning from the Empire State Building to the Statue of Liberty. The building has attracted notable residents including performance artist Marina Abramović and gained pop culture recognition when apartment 6A was featured as Mafee's residence on the hit series "Billions." Full-service amenities include 24-hour doorman and concierge, a private fitness center, bicycle storage, and cold storage for deliveries, cementing its status as one of Hudson Square's premier luxury condominiums.
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200 West End Avenue is a 29 story luxury condominium completed in 2008 on the southeast corner of 70th Street and West End Avenue on the Upper West Side. Designed by Costas Kondylis, who created many buildings along Riverside Boulevard for Donald Trump and Extell Development, the building was developed by Clarett Capital LLC, a joint venture between the Clarett Group, Prudential Real Estate Investors, and ING/Clarion. The 191 unit building features a distinctive architectural design with a white stone base and an all glass tower with setback, and has attracted notable residents including Jack McBrayer from "30 Rock" and "Wreck-It Ralph."
Apartments feature Brazilian Cabreuva hardwood floors and oversized floor-to-ceiling windows that flood units with natural light. The open kitchens are appointed with white oak cabinetry, black granite countertops with Bianco Lasa marble backsplashes, and Viking appliances with Waterworks sinks. Master bathrooms showcase marble floors with mosaic tile, Bianco Verde marble soaking tubs, separate glass enclosed showers, and walnut vanities. Many units offer Hudson River and sunset views, particularly the higher floor corner apartments, with some featuring private terraces and triple exposures.
The building offers an impressive array of amenities, including a wine tasting room developed in collaboration with Wine Enthusiast Magazine and a lobby designed by Celerie Kemble. The children's playroom with outdoor area was designed by Peter Sis. Additional amenities include 24 hour doorman and concierge, a live-in superintendent, state-of-the-art fitness center, residents' lounge with landscaped terrace, billiards room, screening/media room, on-site valet parking, bicycle storage, and personal storage.
The location provides easy access to both Riverside Park and Central Park, with the 72nd Street express subway station nearby offering 1, 2, and 3 train service. The building sits across from P.S. 199, the handsome school designed by Edward Durrell Stone in 1963, and is within walking distance of Lincoln Center's cultural attractions, Broadway shopping and dining, and the Hudson River Park. The combination of Kondylis' architectural design, high end finishes, and prime Upper West Side location has made this a sought after address in the neighborhood.
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Element at 555 West 59th Street is located in the Upper West Side.
The 34-story glass-clad Element, designed by SLCE Architects and opened in 2008, contains 186 one- to three-bedroom apartments featuring nine-and-a-half-foot ceilings. Many units have a balcony and all apartments have white oak floors, open kitchens with islands and modern appliances, bathrooms with soaking tubs and washers and dryers.
Amenities include a 60-foot swimming pool enclosed in a glass atrium, a separate children’s pool, a whirlpool and a private resident’s lounge. Residents also have access to a “Fitness and Well-Being Center” that includes Cybex training equipment, a sauna, a steam room and basketball and squash courts; it also offers residents yoga, Pilates and aerobic classes. There is also a children’s playroom with regular classes by Jodi’s Gym. In warm weather there is a private, 12,000-square-foot lawn and garden area.
555 West 59th Street is near to the shops and restaurants in the Time Warner Center and is close to Central and Riverside Parks.
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Completed in 2008, The Visionaire at 70 Little West Street is New York City's first LEED Platinum certified residential building, representing a landmark achievement in sustainable luxury living. This striking 33 story condominium, designed by renowned architect Pelli Clarke Pelli, features a distinctive curved façade with red terracotta horizontal bands and houses 251 units in Battery Park City. The building was developed by The Albanese Organization and Starwood Capital Group Global, and notably won the prestigious 2010 Award of Excellence from the Urban Land Institute, making it the only New York City building to receive this honor that year.
Residences at The Visionaire showcase exceptional attention to both luxury and environmental responsibility, with apartments featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, sustainably harvested hardwood flooring, and open kitchens equipped with Sub-Zero refrigerators, Wolf appliances, and custom bamboo cabinetry with river-washed black granite countertops. Units range from studios to sprawling three bedroom apartments, many with dramatic curved walls facing the Hudson River and soaring 10 to 11+ foot ceilings. Notable layouts include the largest two bedroom unit (4G at 1,490 square feet) and spectacular corner units with wrap around windows offering views of the Freedom Tower, Hudson River, and Statue of Liberty. Master bathrooms feature limestone floors and countertops with Waterworks deep soaking tubs, while all units include in-unit washers and dryers.
The building's comprehensive amenity package includes a 24 hour doorman and concierge, a sky-lit indoor swimming pool with hot tub, state-of-the-art fitness center with spa services, and a landscaped rooftop terrace with built-in Wolf grills and wet bar overlooking the Hudson River. Additional amenities encompass a residents lounge with fireplace and pool table, screening room, children's playroom, bicycle storage, valet parking garage, and a striking 12 foot tropical aquarium in the lobby. The building's green features include fresh air filtration systems, centrally filtered water, solar panels, and rainwater harvesting, while residents benefit from significantly lower energy bills. Opera singer Michael Fabiano has been among the building's notable residents, adding to its cultural cachet in this waterfront oasis steps from parks, fine dining, and major transportation hubs.
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