New York City Luxury Condos

535 West End Avenue is a distinguished 29-unit condominium that opened in 2011, developed by Extell Development and designed by Chicago architect Lucien Lagrange, formerly of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill. The 20-story building stands at the southwest corner of West End Avenue and 86th Street, featuring a distinctive curved red-brick façade with limestone accents that was specifically designed to complement the architecturally significant Church of St. Paul and St. Andrew directly across the street. This church, designed by R.J. Robertson in 1897, provides a dramatic focal point that every apartment in the building overlooks.

The building exclusively offers enormous half-floor and full-floor residences ranging from 3,740 to 8,450 square feet, making it one of the most spacious residential buildings on the Upper West Side. Full-floor apartments typically feature 7+ bedrooms and span approximately 8,400 square feet, while half-floor units offer 5 bedrooms around 3,700-4,400 square feet. Notable features include custom Smallbone of Devizes kitchens equipped with La Cornue ranges, Sub-Zero refrigerators, and Miele appliances, along with herringbone hardwood floors and luxurious marble bathrooms. The 16th floor is unique as the only apartment with a private wraparound terrace (1,814 square feet), while the penthouse boasts 6,500 interior square feet plus a 1,900-square-foot landscaped rooftop terrace with outdoor kitchen and fireplace.

Amenities rival those of the city's most exclusive buildings, including a 24-hour doorman and concierge, heated indoor swimming pool with steam rooms and saunas, state-of-the-art fitness center, billiards and ping pong room, children's playroom, library with kitchenette, and an elegant entertaining space with catering kitchen and outdoor courtyard. The building also offers valet garage parking and is pet-friendly.

The location is particularly coveted, situated just one block from Riverside Park and steps from the cultural attractions, gourmet shops like Zabar's and Fairway, and renowned restaurants that define the Upper West Side. With convenient access to the 1, B, and C subway lines and excellent crosstown bus service on 86th Street, residents enjoy both the tranquility of tree-lined West End Avenue and easy connectivity to the rest of Manhattan.

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 Laurel is a striking 31 story LEED-certified condominium tower at 400 East 67th Street, completed in 2008 and designed by architect Costas Kondylis. Developed by Alexico Management, the same team behind notable projects like 165 Charles Street by Richard Meier, this glass and limestone clad building sits on the southeast corner of First Avenue, directly across from the expansive St. Catherine's Park. The tower offers residences ranging from studios to four bedrooms, all featuring solid oak wood flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, and ceilings between 9 and 12 feet.

Apartments at The Laurel showcase consistently high end finishes and thoughtful layouts. Most units feature long entrance galleries leading past enclosed kitchens to generous living spaces, with many corner units offering particularly dramatic proportions. The state-of-the-art Poggenpohl kitchens come equipped with premium Gaggenau appliances, Sub-Zero refrigerators and wine coolers, while bathrooms are clad in white marble with radiant heated floors, soaking tubs, and separate glass showers. Notable units include the C line apartments on floors 15 through 24 with 25 foot long living rooms, and apartment 15C which features a 26 foot long private terrace. All residences include in-unit Bosch washer/dryers and central HVAC systems.

The building's amenities span an impressive 12,000 square feet across multiple levels, recently renovated to enhance the resident experience. The Trophy Club serves as a comprehensive fitness destination with a 50 foot lap pool, resistance pools, steam room, sauna, and specialized triathlon training equipment including Woodway treadmills and Cycleops Pro indoor cycles. The bi-level Laurel Club provides entertainment and social spaces with a screening room, dining room with catering kitchen, children's play areas, game room, and an atrium lounge with various seating areas and a wine tasting bar.

Located in a prime Upper East Side position, The Laurel benefits from its proximity to Rockefeller University, New York Presbyterian Hospital, and numerous cultural institutions. The building sits near the handsome St. John Nepomucine Roman Catholic Church, designed by John Van Pelt in 1925 in what architectural guides describe as a "wonderfully romantic paen to the Romanesque style." While subway access requires a short walk, the location offers excellent bus service and easy access to the FDR Drive, plus the neighborhood's renowned dining and shopping options.

The Laurel operates as a full service, pet friendly building with 24 hour doorman and concierge services, plus on-site parking and storage options. The building maintains a 421-a tax abatement and has been recognized for its environmental sustainability as a LEED-certified development. Current residents benefit from the building's four pipe fan coil system for year round climate control, and the white glove service includes a live-in resident manager. The site's history adds character, having previously been occupied by the Bethany Memorial Church, built in 1910 and designed by Nelson & Van Wagenen.

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.

50 Gramercy Park North occupies the site of the historic Gramercy Park Hotel, originally built in 1925 by Bing & Bing and designed by Robert T. Lyons. The property replaced a house belonging to architect Stanford White, which itself had replaced the birthplace of novelist Edith Wharton. In 2004, developers Ian Schrager and Aby Rosen converted the hotel into a mixed use property with 23 residential units and approximately 180 hotel rooms. The residential interiors were designed by acclaimed British architect John Pawson, while artist and director Julian Schnabel designed the hotel's public spaces in an eclectic style. The building has housed notable figures including writers S.J. Perelman, Edmund Wilson, and Mary McCarthy, and was the site of Humphrey Bogart's 1926 wedding. More recent residents have included Jennifer Aniston, Karl Lagerfeld, and Philadelphia Flyers founder Ed Snider.

The residences range from two to three bedrooms, with many featuring dramatic floor to ceiling windows and ceilings reaching 12 to 18 feet in height. Several units are full floor layouts spanning 75 feet of frontage with unobstructed views of Gramercy Park to the south. Common features include white oak floors, wood burning fireplaces, custom cherry wood cabinetry, and kitchens equipped with Miele and Sub-Zero appliances. Bathrooms are finished in travertine marble with deep soaking tubs, walk in showers, and double basins. Select apartments include private landscaped terraces and sunken great rooms. One listing notes a residence featured in Architectural Digest with interiors by Madeleine Castaing and Mica Ertegun.

Residents enjoy comprehensive hotel style services through the Gramercy Park Hotel, including 24 hour doorman and concierge, housekeeping, room service, butler and valet service, and signing privileges at the hotel's Rose Bar and restaurant Maialino. Additional amenities include valet parking and car wash, access to the David Barton fitness center and spa, pet walking, personal shopping, catering, event planning, and private storage. Each residence comes with a coveted key to Gramercy Park, Manhattan's only private park, established by Samuel Ruggles in the 1830s and accessible exclusively to surrounding residents.

Structured as a co-op with condo rules, the building welcomes pied-à-terre owners, investors, and pets. The brown brick building features a two story limestone base in Renaissance Revival style and sits at the northern tip of Gramercy Park within the Gramercy Park Historic District. The location offers proximity to Union Square and NoMad, with nearby dining institutions including Gramercy Tavern, Eleven Madison Park, Union Square Cafe, Cosme, and Maialino. The neighborhood is surrounded by mid 19th century townhouses and cultural landmarks including the National Arts Club and The Players Club.

The Loft at 30 Crosby Street in NoLIta has attracted many notable celebrities since it first opened in 2000 and its apartments quickly became some of the most highly sought after in the city.

Landmark Development oversaw the conversion of 30 Crosby Street, which was formerly a manufacturing facility. Featuring high ceilings, custom cabinets, topnotch appliances and original architectural details throughout, the Loft’s 13 apartments also have open kitchens and spacious master bathrooms.

Amenities include a concierge, a garden, an aromatherapy system in the lobby and a full-time doorman. It is also situated in a convenient location that is close to countless restaurants and retail shops in the surrounding neighborhoods of TriBeCa, SoHo and NoHo.

Fifty Third and Eighth, located at 301 West 53rd Street at the corner of Eighth Avenue, is a 25-story condominium building originally constructed in 1980 and later converted to 252 luxury residences by HFZ Capital Group. The brown-brick building, designed by BP Architects with interiors by ASH NYC, occupies a full city block at the intersection of Hell's Kitchen and Midtown West.

Residences feature consistent high-end finishes including white lacquer kitchen cabinetry, quartz countertops, Bertazzoni gas ranges, Bosch appliances, marble bathrooms, oak hardwood floors, and integrated air conditioning. The building offers various layouts from one to three bedrooms, with many units enjoying open city views through large windows.

The full-service building provides extensive amenities including 24-hour doorman and concierge services, a windowed fitness center, a furnished roof deck with grills and panoramic views, a residents' lounge, children's playroom, and an outdoor courtyard. Additional conveniences include an on-site parking garage, bike storage, cold storage, and a private dog park.

The location offers exceptional access to New York landmarks including Central Park, Columbus Circle, Lincoln Center, Times Square, and the Theater District, with multiple subway lines nearby. The building's position provides residents with easy access to both the cultural attractions of Midtown and the dining scene of Hell's Kitchen.

The Apple Bank Building at 2112 Broadway stands as one of the Upper West Side's most distinguished landmarks, occupying an entire city block between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue from 73rd to 74th Streets. Built in 1928 by the renowned architectural firm York & Sawyer in the Italian Renaissance palazzo style, this limestone-clad building originally housed the Central Savings Bank (formerly the German Savings Bank, founded in 1859). The building's four-story banking hall with cast-iron bats designed by Samuel Yellin remains intact at its base, while the top four floors were converted into an exclusive residential condominium in 2006 by Stahl Real Estate.

The building contains 28 unique condominium apartments, each designed by SLCE Architects with completely different layouts and spacious entry galleries. Residences range from 1,200 to over 4,000 square feet, featuring dramatic ceiling heights between 9 and 18 feet. Six apartments are duplexes with private roof terraces ranging from 284 to 461 square feet, while all units boast premium finishes including marble bathrooms with radiant heated floors, high-end appliances, and abundant closet space. The apartments showcase impressive proportions, with living rooms spanning up to 30 feet and some featuring multiple walk-in closets and house-sized laundry rooms.

Building amenities reflect its luxury status, including 24-hour concierge service, a fitness center located within the original bank vault, a pet grooming station, and secure bicycle storage. Notable residents have included NBA player Emeka Okafor and legendary entertainer Harry Belafonte. The building's prime location offers residents easy access to Central Park, Lincoln Center, and excellent public transportation via the nearby 1/2/3 subway lines at the 72nd Street station, though the building does not include a parking garage.

This full-service condominium represents a rare opportunity to live within a designated landmark that commands one of Manhattan's most prominent corner locations, overlooking the attractive Verdi Square Park and its express subway pavilion. The building's conversion preserved its historic grandeur while creating some of the most spacious and uniquely configured apartments on the Upper West Side.

The Milan is a sleek condominium tower in Midtown.

The 32-story Milan at 300 East 55^th Street sits on the former site of the legendary El Morocco nightclub. It has one of the most sophisticated lobbies in the city that soars two stories and is equipped with a tranquil outdoor bamboo garden designed by Ken Smith, the landscape architect of the MOMA roof garden.

The 118 residences are sprawling, with the smallest unit well over 1,000 square feet, and feature Brazilian cherry wood floors and floor-to-ceiling windows. Spacious kitchens have modern appliances and spa-size marble bathrooms are equipped with custom teak and limestone vanities with double sinks. Apartments have high ceilings, many closets and huge walk-ins, large galleries and living rooms sized for entertaining.

The Milan has a 24-hour doorman and concierge, a fully equipped gym and a clubroom with state-of-the-art business facilities. There is also a laundry on every floor and an attended parking garage.

Element at 555 West 59^th 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.