Saltwater pools: The new luxury amenity in NYC; See 12 buildings that embrace the island life

By Michelle Sinclair Colman | From Future New York Thursday, February 29, 2024

Manhattan is an island so it only makes sense that it’s surrounded with salt water… pools, that is. As luxury residential buildings ramp up their battle for buyers, traditional amenities just won’t do. Now, buildings don’t just offer amenity spaces, they “activate” them. And, they don’t just offer plain old pools, they make them salty!

Why salt? All pools require sanitization but using chlorine has gone out of favor as it is deemed overly harsh on swimmers’ skin, eyes, hair, lungs, and swimsuits. Take this with a grain of salt (pun intended!), but saltwater enthusiasts claim the benefits of saltwater over traditionally chlorinated water range from being gentler on your eyes, hair, and skin to making the water feel softer to more dramatic claims of having anti-stress properties and being better for your joints. Whatever the benefits, a saltwater pool isn’t nearly as salty as the oceans, as it contains 10 times less salt (with 3,000 parts per million salinity in a saltwater pool and 35,000 ppm in the ocean).

Ahead, CityRealty rounded up 12 residential developments with saltwater pools to help New Yorkers embrace that island life.

35 Hudson Yards
Midtown West

35 Hudson Yards (Related Companies)

This large, 92-story, mixed-use tower at 35 Hudson Yards was developed by the Related Companies and Oxford Property Group in 2018 and has 143 condominium apartments, a 200-key Equinox hotel, an Equinox fitness center, office space, and is just steps away from more than 100 shops and restaurants. At 1,039 feet tall, it has the highest apartments at Hudson Yards,

35 Hudson Yards' pool

35 Hudson Yards, #8002
$5,850,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,871 ft²

35 Hudson Yards, #8002 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: This expertly planned three bedroom residence boasts 10'10" ceilings, lavish satin finish wide plank French oak floors, and stunning views of the city skyline from the corner Great Room. The windowed eat-in kitchen has been outfitted with luxurious Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry with opal white marble counters and backsplash. Full suite of Gaggenau appliances, inclusive of a wine fridge and coffee maker, truly make this kitchen extraordinary. See floor plan and full details here.

The Visionaire
Battery Park City

Completed in 2008, the Visionaire at 70 Little West Street in Battery Park City is certified LEED platinum. The building’s 251 apartments have floor-to-ceiling windows for optimal views of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline as well as hardwood flooring and open kitchens with energy-efficient appliances. Among the building's many amenities, there is a skylit indoor saltwater swimming pool.

The Visionaire, #14C
$2,695,000

Battery Park City | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,491 ft²

The Visionaire, #14C (HomeDax Real Estate LLC)

From the Listing: Indulge in the breathtaking Hudson River views from this expansive corner two-bedroom residence at the acclaimed Visionaire Condominium. Boasting the largest 2 bedroom layout in the building, this home seamlessly combines luxurious living with a commitment to sustainability. The open living space, spanning an impressive 30 feet, encompasses a large living and dining area and a beautiful chefs kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.

The Kent
Yorkville, Upper East Side

The Upper East Side luxury residence The Kent has a stunning 55-foot saltwater pool with a sophisticated geometric design that echoes the Art Deco theme in the rest of the building. The pool features a backlit glass sculptural wall and custom teak millwork. To add to the experience, the heated saltwater pool is paired with Finnish saunas for the ultimate spa-like experience.

Courtesy of The Kent

The Kent, #18B
$6,581,000

Yorkville | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 5 Baths | 2,735 ft²

The Kent, #18B (Extell Marketing Group LLC)

From the Listing: With spectacular views to the north and west, this 2,735 square foot corner unit offers four bedrooms, four bathrooms, a powder room, an eat-in kitchen, and a sunny living and dining area. The northern and western exposures and four oversized windows offer sun soaked living and dining. 18B is finished in our Ebony Finish. See floor plan and full details here.

Waterline Square
Upper West Side

Developed by GID Development Group, Waterline Square is an iconic collection of three residential buildings on one of the last remaining waterfront development sites on Manhattan's Upper West Side. It surrounds a three-acre park and all three buildings share a massive amenities package spanning 100,000 square feet. One striking amenity of the residents’ Waterline Club is their 25-meter, three-lane saltwater lap pool brightly lit with a unique skylight and inset ambiance lighting.

The pool at Waterline Square, rendering by Noe & Associates with The Boundary

Two Waterline Square, #28H
$3,500,000

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,219 ft²

Two Waterline Square, #28H (Elegran LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome home to this custom designed, south facing two-bedroom, two-bathroom in coveted Waterline Square, one of the few buildings with a 421a Tax Abatement!

This stunning residence offers captivating south-facing views of the Hudson River and the iconic New York City skyline through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Meticulously designed by the renowned firm Yabu Pushelberg, the interior spaces exude sophistication and functionality. See floor plan and full details here.

90 Morton
West Village - Hudson Square

90 Morton is the latest West Village collection of residences to offer a private retreat to a saltwater oasis. Located one floor below the main lobby entrance, the buildings’ residents will have direct elevator access to unwind and experience the serenity of the indoor saltwater pool that measures 64 feet in length.

90 Morton's poo

90 Morton Street, #4D
$7,350,000 (-5.2%)

West Village | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,244 ft²

90 Morton Street, #4D (Compass)

From the Listing: 90 Morton Street, one the most coveted boutique condominiums in the heart of the West Village. This meticulously crafted 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom residence has undergone a stunning transformation by the renowned Leroy Street Studios. This space seamlessly blends the grandeur and details of pre-war architecture with the modern sophistication expected in New York's premier buildings. See floor plan and full details here.

565 Broome
West SoHo

The first NYC residential project designed by Renzo Piano is the twin-tower development at 565 Broome. The breathtaking 55-foot indoor saltwater pool looks out through its massive, two-story, curved corner glass windows onto a private courtyard with a living wall garden.

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565 Broome indoor pool

565 Broome SoHo, #S21B
$6,185,000

SoHo | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,399 ft²

565 Broome SoHo, #S21B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This gracious 2,399 SF, 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom residences with10' ceilings and 6 inch wide-plank white oak floors throughout, features expansive south and east-facing views of the Manhattan skyline. A formal entry foyer leads to a breathtaking corner great room and open kitchen ideal for both entertaining and daily living. Floor-to-ceiling glass wraps this expansive 16'3 inch x 39' space allowing for abundant natural light and spectacular south and east-facing vistas through the curved facade. See floor plan and full details here.

70 Charlton
West SoHo-Hudson Square

Soho’s 70 Charlton is comprised of two 21-story, mid-block buildings connected by a garden and a glass-enclosed breezeway with a curved inner wall. The building’s three-lane saltwater lap pool is adorned with a curvy ceiling that resembles ocean waves.

70 Charlton's pool, via Extell Development

70 Charlton, #16C
$3,995,000

SoHo | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 1,778 ft²

70 Charlton, #16C (Compass)

From the Listing: Perched on a high floor, residence 16C is a stunning & expansive 1,778 SF luxurious 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home of elevated design - crafted with premium bespoke finishes.The great room features a well-appointed open gourmet kitchen with Subzero and Miele appliances - including a wine refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, speed oven and a 5-burner ventilated cooktop. Kitchen finishes include Caesarstone Blizzard slab countertops, glass tile backsplash, rift-cut black Cerused oak cabinetry, Dornbracht fixtures and a painted steel trim.

There is a 20-year tax abatement which includes real estate taxes that are abated until 2037. See floor plan and full details here.

Brooklyn Point
Downtown Brooklyn

Brooklyn Point (Credit: Evan Joseph)

Located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn Point is currently the borough’s second-tallest tower at 720 feet. Not only does the building offer luxury homes with incredible views and over 40,000 square feet of amenities, but on the very tippy-top of the building, there is a dreamy saltwater infinity rooftop pool. 680 feet in the air, this 27-foot-long pool will be the Western Hemisphere’s highest residential infinity pool. Beyond the outrageous 360-degree views, the pool is surrounded by lounge chairs, al fresco dining areas, and an outdoor movie screening space. And, even better, in the winter months, Brooklyn Point also offers a 65-foot indoor saltwater swimming pool and spa.

Brooklyn Point's rooftop pool (Evan Joseph)

Brooklyn Point, #15D
$1,292,720

Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 735 ft²

Brooklyn Point, #15D (Serhant LLC)

From the Listing: The Smartest Buy In Brooklyn. Brooklyn Point Offers One Of The Last 25-Year Tax Abatements Available In New York City. Estimated Annual Savings For Residence 15D: $14,080.Closings Have Commenced And Onsite Model Residences Are Open. See floor plan and full details here.

40 Bleecker
NoHo

40 Bleecker is home to a custom-crafted saltwater pool. The 58-foot pool is clad with mosaic tiling, perfect to admire while doing the backstroke. This one-of-a-kind pool marries warm neutral colors and stone materials throughout.

40 Bleecker's pool, courtesy of Williams New York

98 Front Street
DUMBO

98 Front Street

DUMBO’s 98 Front offers residents a private saltwater pool and hot tub that adjoins the ground-up luxury condominium’s yoga studio, fitness center, spa, and co-working lounge. The naturally lit space features double-height ceilings and a dramatic Bronze-mirrored wall. Developer Hope Street Capital and architect ODA New York opted for large, bright open spaces throughout the building and its amenity spaces.

555Ten
Midtown West

Rental building 555Ten has a Skytop pool located on its rooftop, 56 stories in the sky. The open-air sundeck has private cabanas, chaise lounges, and a southwest-facing saltwater swimming pool, all 650 feet over the new Midtown West.

555Ten pool, via Extell Development

555Ten, #33I
$5,175

Midtown West | Rental | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

555Ten, #33I (Extell Marketing Group LLC)

From the Listing: With sweeping views of the city from sunrise to sunset 555TEN towers over the new West Side. 56 floors of loft, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom luxury midtown rentals raise New York living to a new level. These spectacular apartments for rent in Manhattan offer rich wood flooring, stainless steel appliances, sleek Porcelanosa-tiled bathrooms and washer/dryer in every residence.And, the Extell Choice gives residents the opportunity to choose either a dark or light interior color scheme for flooring, kitchen cabinets and bath vanities. See floor plan and full details here.

ARC
Long Island City

Long Island City’s ARC claims the largest lifestyle-driven amenity program in Queens. Not only do they have a full-time, onsite Lifestyle Director who manages the robust amenity programming, they also feature their Rooftop Pool Club centered on a 70’ long saltwater pool with sundeck, lounges, barbecues, dining areas, and bocce courts. In addition to the 360 views, there is an iconic New York water tower on the roof so you don’t forget where you are.

ARC rooftop pool, via ARC Living

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Contributing Writer Michelle Sinclair Colman Michelle writes children's books and also writes articles about architecture, design and real estate. Those two passions came together in Michelle's first children's book, "Urban Babies Wear Black." Michelle has a Master's degree in Sociology from the University of Minnesota and a Master's degree in the Cities Program from the London School of Economics.

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35 Hudson Yards
Midtown West

35 Hudson Yards, #8002
$5,850,000

The Visionaire
Battery Park City

The Visionaire, #14C
$2,695,000

The Kent
Yorkville, Upper East Side

The Kent, #18B
$6,581,000

Waterline Square
Upper West Side

Two Waterline Square, #28H
$3,500,000

90 Morton
West Village - Hudson Square

90 Morton Street, #4D
$7,350,000 (-5.2%)

565 Broome
West SoHo

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565 Broome SoHo, #S21B
$6,185,000

70 Charlton
West SoHo-Hudson Square

70 Charlton, #16C
$3,995,000

Brooklyn Point
Downtown Brooklyn

Brooklyn Point, #15D
$1,292,720

40 Bleecker
NoHo

98 Front Street
DUMBO

555Ten
Midtown West

555Ten, #33I
$5,175

ARC
Long Island City

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