As Squash becomes Olympic Sport, Explore 25 NYC Buildings with Squash Courts

By CityRealty Staff | From Future New York Monday, November 6, 2023

At the end of October 2023, the International Olympic Committee announced that squash would be one of five sports making its debut at the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles. This is a victory for advocates who have been lobbying to make this popular racquet sport take its place alongside tennis and badminton at this elite level.

Squash dates back to the 19th century and began as a variation on tennis, much like pickleball. But unlike pickleball, squash is played on a four-walled court; as such, it is less conducive to pick-up games in makeshift settings. Activists set up an outdoor court in Hamilton Fish Park in spring 2018, but vandalism and poor maintenance led to it being demolished a few years later.

Squash court at The Bellemont (Compass)

“True squash enthusiasts know that New York City does not offer enough courts” – Ari Goldstein, Senior Vice President, Extell Development

There are a number of dedicated squash clubs throughout New York where people can get instruction and book a court, not to mention squash courts at gyms and private clubs. However, a growing number of residential buildings have begun offering squash courts as an amenity. Below, we look at the New York City buildings where future squash Olympic medalists could very well be training.

#15 - Downtown by Starck, 15 Broad Street

4 availabilities from $895,000

Downtown by Starck (Compass)

At a time when there is much buzz about converting offices to residential use, Downtown by Starck offers an appealing example with the transformation of the former J.P. Morgan headquarters to an amenity-rich luxury condominium. The athletic offerings alone include a full-scale gym, yoga room, half basketball court, bowling alley, and squash court.

Downtown by Starck, #1920
$2,800,000

Financial District | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 2,300 ft²

Downtown by Starck, #1920 (Compass)

From the Listing: The moment you enter through the gallery style foyer, the feeling is warm and welcoming and that is just the beginning. This 2,300-square-foot beautiful corner 3-bedroom, 3 full bathroom is enhanced by towering beamed ceilings, and oversize windows facing south and west, filling the home with sunlight throughout the day. The minimalist kitchen design keeps with the theme of clean lines and modern space with the perfect touch of classic Starck-designed lighting. See floor plan and full details here.

#14 - Element, 555 West 59th Street

6 availabilities from $1,250,000

Element (CityRealty)

Element is an amenity-rich tower in the Lincoln Center section of the Upper West Side. The wellness offerings alone include a state-of-the-art gym, lap pool, children's pool, sauna and steam room, basketball court, and squash court.

Element, #9E
$3,250,000

Lincoln Center | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,100 ft²

Element, #9E (Compass)

From the Listing: Inside this one-of-a-kind, loft-like 2,100-square-foot home, you'll find a truly unique layout unlike any other in the building. High ceilings rise over wide-plank hardwood floors and walls of floor-to-ceiling windows capturing wonderful southern and eastern sunlight. Relax and entertain in spacious living and dining areas, or head out to your private balcony to take in lovely views over the adjacent rooftop gardens. See floor plan and full details here.

#13 - 11 Hoyt, 11 Hoyt Street

22 availabilities from $750,000

11 Hoyt via Studio Gang

Studio Gang's first New York residential building stands out as much for its extensive amenity package as it does for its scalloped facade and bay windows. The Park Club's health and wellness section is home to a fitness center, yoga and group fitness studio, locker rooms with steam showers and saunas, a saltwater pool, and a squash court.

11 Hoyt, #56G
$2,200,000

Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,281 ft²

11 Hoyt, #56G (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Residence 56G is set in the Classic palette and features a corner living room, split-layout, two bedroom with two-full bathrooms. Both bedrooms offer bay windows - a perfect place to read, relax and to take in the endless views. The open chef's kitchen in 56G comes fully equipped with a premium Bosch appliance package which includes an integrated refrigerator, dishwasher, and gas cooktop with an exterior venting exhaust fan. See floor plan and full details here.

#12 - The Aldyn, 60 Riverside Boulevard

4 availabilities from $1,375,000

The Aldyn (CityRealty)

Residents of The Aldyn enjoy spectacular river and skyline views, high-end appliances and finishes, and over 50,000 square feet of wellness and social amenities. These include a La Palestra athletic club with fitness center, yoga/Pilates studio, rock climbing wall, bowling alley, basketball court, and squash court.

The Aldyn, #PH3601
$6,800,000

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 2,930 ft²

The Aldyn, #PH3601 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This corner penthouse residence at The Aldyn has 2,930 square feet of interior space and a wraparound terrace featuring over 65 linear feet of dramatic open Hudson River and skyline views. A generously sized foyer opens to an oversized great room with an open concept, allowing space for a large dining room and living room, ideal for entertaining. This space is perfectly complemented with direct access to the wrap-around terrace and a corner Loggia with direct Hudson River views. See floor plan and full details here.

#11 - One Manhattan Square, 252 South Street

22 availabilities from $1,230,000

One Manhattan Square (Evan Joseph)

Squash court (Extell)

One Manhattan Square is the tallest and most amenity-rich residential tower on the Lower East Side. A 100,000-square-foot amenity suite of indoor and outdoor offerings includes a multi-story fitness center, two bowling lanes, a golf simulator, a basketball court, and a squash court.

One Manhattan Square, #21H
$2,200,000

Lower East Side | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,156 ft²

One Manhattan Square, #21H (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Residence 21H is a stunning two-bedroom, two-bathroom condo that offers the best in contemporary luxury with both comfort and style. Floor-to-ceiling windows with north eastern and south eastern exposures flood this spacious corner residence with natural light throughout the day and give breathtakingly expansive views overlooking the East River and the Manhattan Bridge along with the Midtown skyline. The interior of the residence features high end finishes and design along with all the comforts of modern living. See floor plan and full details here.

#10 - Waterline Square

1 availability for $2,550,000

Waterline Square (Evan Joseph)

The Waterline Square development has brought three striking towers to the Far West Side skyline and a new standard of living to local residents. In addition to residents-only amenities at all three buildings, residents have access to the over 100,000-square-foot Waterline Club with offerings catering to all interests, lifestyles, and hobbies, including squash.

Two Waterline Square, #28D
$2,550,000 (-1.7%)

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 944 ft²

Two Waterline Square, #28D (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome to Residence 28D, a truly magnificent 1-bedroom apartment in the vibrant neighborhood of Two Waterline Square Residences in New York City. As you enter into this airy apartment, you are greeted by a proper entry foyer that leads to a mesmerizing water view living and dining area. The open kitchen is a chef's dream. See floor plan and full details here.

#9 - 53W53, 53 West 53rd Street

15 availabilities from $3,355,000

53W53 (Gilles Ashford)

Squash court (Douglas Elliman)

53W53's design by Pritzker Prize laureate Jean Nouvel makes a striking statement above the Museum of Modern Art, and the interiors are crafted to a similarly lofty standard. Top-of-the-line amenities include a lap pool, fitness center, and squash court.

53 West 53, #49A
$15,350,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 3,765 ft²

53 West 53, #49A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Balancing grand scale living with the intimate feeling of home, Residence 49A at 53 West 53 comprises 3,765 square feet, offering four bedrooms and a windowed study, four-and-a-half bathrooms, and north- and east-facing exposures. Gracious proportions and ceilings ranging up to approximately 11 feet set the awe-inspiring stage for world-renowned designer Thierry Despont's masterfully conceived interiors. See floor plan and full details here.

#8 - 96+Broadway, 250 West 96th Street

13 availabilities from $1,495,000

96+Broadway (Compass)

Squash court (Evan Joseph)

While squash requires a particular environment for successful play, its particular court can easily be adapted for other activities. Such is the case at 96+Broadway, the amenity-rich new condominium transforming its Upper West Side corner - the regulation squash court includes a basketball hoop, allowing other sports to be played in the space.

96+Broadway, #17D
$5,625,000

Broadway Corridor | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,221 ft²

96+Broadway, #17D (Compass)

From the Listing: Introducing Residence 17D, a gracious 2,221-square-foot 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath home with 10’8” ceilings, three exposures with open views, including the Hudson River, and a private terrace! Enhanced by impressive casement windows facing south and east that offer expansive city views, the spacious living room is an entertainer’s dream. At the far end is the open top-of-the-line kitchen with east-facing French doors to a 129-square-foot terrace. See floor plan and full details here.

#7 - The Cortland, 555 West 22nd Street

13 availabilities from $3,750,000

The Cortland (CORE Group Marketing)

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The Cortland enjoys a prime West Chelsea address in close proximity to the Chelsea Piers complex, Equinox High Line, and the sports courts and skate park of Hudson River Park. However, the building offers an incredible array of athletic offerings without having to go outside. These include a gym, lap pool, golf simulator, and accredited squash court.

The Cortland, #10BW
$10,650,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 3,015 ft²

The Cortland, #10BW (CORE Group Marketing LLC)

From the Listing: Residence 10BW 3,015 square feet with four bedrooms and four-and-a-half bathrooms. The expansive, open-plan living and dining areas feature unobstructed views of the Hudson River, a 28-foot corner great room with a windowed eat-in kitchen, warm wood flooring, and floor-to-ceiling windows. See floor plan and full details here.

#6 - Rose Hill, 30 East 29th Street

8 availabilities from $2,600,000

Rose Hill (Rockefeller Group - Eric Ficocelli)

Fitness center and squash court (CORE Group Marketing)

The amenities at Rose Hill were carefully curated in partnership with New York businesses. These include a fitness center by FHITTING Room, a library curated by Strand Books, and a squash court designed in partnership with SquashRX.

Rose Hill, #39C
$4,295,000

Gramercy Park | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,394 ft²

Rose Hill, #39C (CORE Group Marketing LLC)

From the Listing: Residence 39C is a 1,394-square-foot two-bedroom, two-bath offering north, east, and south exposures. Interiors boast rusticated hardwood floors, bronze-finished hardware, and soaring ceilings of up to 12 feet high with window heights of 9 feet. The open kitchen with Miele appliances features custom ultra-matte, dark charcoal woodwork, metal-framed glass upper cabinetry, and Calacatta-honed marble countertops. See floor plan and full details here.

#5 - 150 East 78th Street

2 availabilities from $6,000,000

150 East 78th Street (Hayes Davidson/M18)

150 East 78th Street features a timeless design by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, but the interiors and amenities are well up to today's trends. These include The Athletic Club, a fitness and wellness suite featuring a regulation squash court, fitness center with Technogym equipment, private training studio, and a golf simulator.

150 East 78th Street, #PH
$35,000,000 (-6.7%)

Lenox Hill | Condominium | 6+ Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 7,288 ft²

150 East 78th Street, #PH (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Welcome to the epitome of luxury living in Manhattan, this trophy penthouse is located on the top two floors of the brand-new Robert A.M. Stern condominium, 150 East 78th Street. With spectacular open city views that encompass the iconic Manhattan skyline and Central Park, this residence offers an unparalleled vantage point to immerse yourself in the beauty and energy of the city. The three terraces, totaling 1,462 square feet, invite outdoor living and entertaining, each equipped with an outdoor grill for culinary indulgence against the backdrop of breathtaking views. See floor plan and full details here.

#4 - Brooklyn Point, 138 Willoughby Street

13 availabilities from $1,215,000

Brooklyn Point (Evan Joseph)

Brooklyn Point has been dethroned as the borough's tallest building, but its amenities retain their superlatives. The rooftop infinity pool is the highest in the Western Hemisphere; several stories down, the squash court designed by InteractiveSQUASH is the first interactive court to go into a residential building. The court can offer advanced coaching in real-time, and an app can log the players' progress.

Brooklyn Point, #48A
$2,598,930

Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,183 ft²

Brooklyn Point, #48A (Serhant LLC)

From the Listing: A pristine corner residence nestled in the prestigious Brooklyn Point development, this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is a portrait of contemporary Brooklyn living. Features of this home include beautiful wide plank stained oak floors, floor-to-ceiling windows with northern and western exposure and panoramic views of Manhattan and Brooklyn, an in-home washer/dryer, and a harmonious light wood color palette with satin copper fixtures and finishes designed to accentuate space and natural light. See floor plan and full details here.

#3 - 378 West End Avenue

4 availabilities from $5,975,000

378 West End Avenue (Compass)

Basketball court with access to squash court

A hallmark of 378 West End Avenue is advanced air filtration, and all amenities are reached via doors with copper alloy handles. These include a gym, sports simulator, half basketball court, and squash court.

378 West End Avenue, #7A
$7,925,000

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 2,888 ft²

378 West End Avenue, #7A (Compass)

From the Listing: Residence 7A is a wonderful, classic four bedroom apartment with large windows and beautiful tree-lined exposures. The living spaces are large and wonderfully proportioned with 7 windows for an optimally light filled home. The recessed chef’s kitchen (made by Christopher Peacock) has top-of-the-line Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, including a hood that is vented. It is open to the living and dining room and also features a beautiful butler’s pantry. See floor plan and full details here.

#2 - The Bellemont, 1165 Madison Avenue

No current availabilities

The Bellemont (Compass)

The 12 residences of The Bellemont quickly sold out, and a full-floor resale entered contract in less than three weeks. It's hard to name any one factor, but the prime Upper East Side location, expansive, well-appointed apartments, and luxurious amenity package certainly help.

#1 - 70 Vestry Street

1 availability for $11,500,000

70 Vestry Street (CityRealty)

70 Vestry Street boasts a classic limestone facade, an enviable waterfront location, and a residents roster that has included Tom Brady and Gisele Bundchen. Many homes have dedicated entries and private terraces, and all residents have access to amenities like a fitness center, 82' lap pool, yoga and Pilates studio, and squash court.

70 Vestry Street, #4A
$11,500,000

Tribeca | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,844 ft²

70 Vestry Street, #4A (Compass)

From the Listing: Offered for the first time after a comprehensive renovation by the current owners, this exquisitely detailed residence at the famed 70 Vestry represents the finest in modern Tribeca living. Currently configured as a gracious 3-bedroom with study and easily pivoted to the unit’s original 4-bedroom floor plan, its 2,844 square feet exude grace and craftsmanship throughout. Enter into the windowed gallery with custom inlaid marble floors, a stunning powder room and substantial walk-in entry closet. See floor plan and full details here.

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