Waterfront properties in NYC: Where to look, what to avoid, and spectacular listings from $550K

By Cait Etherington | From Future New York Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Olympia DUMBO #25A with interior design by NAINOA | https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/dumbo/olympia-30-front-street/173552/25A/gcWVPlqDH

From affordable condos and coops steps away from New York City’s top beach for surfers in the Rockaways, to luxury condos in Williamsburg, to quaint cottages on City Island in the Bronx, there is no shortage of waterfront properties in New York City. This also shouldn't come as a surprise. New York City is home to 520 miles of waterfront, giving it more waterfront footage than both Los Angeles and Miami.

This article explores where to find water-view and waterfront properties across the five boroughs and what to avoid when searching for an ideal home near the water. It also looks at forthcoming waterfront projects and listings with river views.

Benefits and risks of buying close to the water in New York City

The benefits of waterfront living are obvious. Beyond the great views, New York City's waterfront is home to some of the city's most sought-after parks, bike paths, beaches, and recreation hubs. By and large, living on or near the water in New York City is also risk-free. Unfortunately, some New York waterfront neighborhoods are vulnerable to flooding, so before you go on the market, it is important to do your due diligence and weigh the pros and cons.

To determine whether a property is located in a flood zone, visit the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website. It is also important to note that even if you’re not in a FEMA flood zone, your property may still be vulnerable to flooding. In fact, during Hurricane Sandy, many impacted New York City homeowners were not living in a FEMA-designated floodplain. For this reason, a more accurate way to assess a property's vulnerability to flooding is to consult the city's Hurricane Evacuation Zone Map.

Whether the property is in a flood zone or one of New York City's Hurricane Evacuation Zones, also factor in additional insurance costs. If you're in a flood zone, even if you plan to live high and dry on the 20th floor, you will need to purchase a separate flood insurance policy (yes, that's right--flood insurance is not included in your regular home insurance policy). If the property is located in one of the city's many Hurricane Evacuation Zones but not in a FEMA flood zone, you may not be obliged to purchase additional flood insurance, but it is still strongly advised.

While there are natural risks associated with buying in a neighborhood known to be prone to flooding, most of the city's water-view and waterfront properties represent minimal flooding risks and are still a great investment opportunity.

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Select waterfront projects in NYC

Whether on the East River in Manhattan or the Harlem River in the Bronx, water views are in demand throughout New York City. We look at waterfront projects in the works in all five boroughs below.

View from One Brooklyn Bridge Park, 360 Furman Street, #10301031 | https://www.cityrealty.com/nyc/brooklyn-heights/one-brooklyn-bridge-park-360-furman-street/39821/10301031/ChjwFmWeF

Manhattan

Given that Manhattan is an island, and a fairly narrow one, it is no surprise that many of the borough's neighborhoods offer waterfront access and afford great views of the Hudson, New York Harbor, and East River. Depending on the location, prices for the borough’s waterfront properties vary greatly, with one-bedroom units in Washington Heights' Castle Village still priced under $600,000 and luxury waterfront condos of comparable size in Tribeca priced over $1.5 million.

Freedom Plaza, Turtle Bay
Developer: Soloviev Group | Architect: Bjarke Ingels Group
1,080 residential units
Planned with one tower completed (One United Nations Park) in 2019

Rendering of Freedom Plaza (Negativ)

Developer Soloviev Group's Turtle Bay South master plan has been in the works since 2000, when it first purchased a former Con Edison site between East 40th and 41st Streets. Thus far, only one tower has been completed (One United Nations Park, which is now 95% sold), and a life science and biotechnology center was once floated for the site.

More recently, when casino applications in New York City were at a fever pitch, the Soloviev Group's entrant called for a subterranean casino operated by Mohegan, two hotels, a five-acre public park, a museum dedicated to democracy, and two residential towers with 1,080 affordable units. However, the proposal was rejected in a 4-2 vote, and the developer's next plans for the site are not known.

Brooklyn

From reclaimed industrial neighborhoods in Red Hook and Greenpoint to the beaches of Coney Island, Brooklyn has plenty of waterfront properties for sale across price points. On the lower end of the spectrum, first-time buyers can head to Sunset Park and Greenwood Heights, where there are still plenty of homes priced well under $1 million. If you're looking for a townhouse near the water and have more to spend, Red Hook is another great option. Renovated townhouses in Red Hook often still sell for a fraction of what one would pay for a comparable home in most Manhattan neighborhoods.

However, Brooklyn is likely most known for its industrial waterfront conversion projects, including One Domino Square — the stunning two-towered complex on the site of the former Domino Sugar Refinery closest to the Williamsburg Bridge, allowing for spectacular river and skyline views.

Monitor Point, Greenpoint
Developer: Gotham Organization | Architect: FXCollaborative
1,150 rental units
Planned

Renderings of Monitor Point (FXCollaborative)

In October 2025, new renderings were revealed for Monitor Point, a proposed residential complex on the Greenpoint waterfront, ahead of its Uniform Land Use Review Process. They depict three soaring towers with numerous setbacks and floor-to-ceiling windows which promise beautiful waterfront views. The towers will contain a total of 1,150 rental apartments, 288 of which will be affordable, and the project will also offer ground-floor retail space, a permanent home for the Greenpoint Monitor Museum, and a new waterfront esplanade connecting Williamsburg and Greenpoint. The site is currently home to a facility housing the MTA's Division of Station Operations, but this will reportedly be relocated to another Williamsburg site.

Brooklyn Marine Terminal, South Slope-Greenwood Heights
Developer: New York City Economic Development Corporation | Architect: TBD
6,000 rental units
Planned

BMT Vision Plan (Buro Happold, One Architecture, WXY, Scape, Bloom Images)

In September 2025, a $3.5 billion plan to modernize and redevelop the Brooklyn Marine Terminal into a vibrant waterfront community was approved. In addition to transforming the crumbling terminal into an all-electric port, the plan calls for redeveloping the Brooklyn Cruise Terminal with new public space and a new hotel, new light industrial and industrial space, new community facility space, 6,000 new apartments (2,400 of which will be permanently affordable), and 28 acres of green waterfront space.

Before the plan was approved, some expressed concern about a new project in a flood-prone area, but it also calls for a comprehensive resiliency strategy that includes a raised site, a floodwall, and on-site stormwater management. The approval comes less than a year and a half after the Adams administration announced an agreement with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey to take over the land, and the next step is forming a Brooklyn Marine Terminal Advisory Task Force to guide the project through environmental review.

Queens

Like Brooklyn, Queens is home to industrial conversions, new condos, and existing homes available in water-view and waterfront neighborhoods. Although many of Queen's waterfront condos have sprung up since 2010, the transformation of Hunter's Point in Long Island City has been in progress for nearly three decades. And, while prices in Long Island City continue to climb, bargains can still be found. At CityLights, a development that launched in the mid-1990s, you can still buy a water-view penthouse for under $700,000.

Astoria Cove
Developer: KS Group and Alma Realty | Architect: Fogarty Finger
1,723 rental units
Under construction

Eleven years after it was initially approved, construction is underway on the first phase of Astoria Cove, a waterfront community in the Halletts Point section of the neighborhood. The site is cleared of the industrial warehouses that were previously there, making way for a 26-story tower and three mid-rise buildings to take its place on the site.

The first phase will feature 731 residential units (a portion of which will be affordable, as per the expired 421a tax abatement) with amenities like a fitness center, golf simulator, children's playroom, coworking lounge, indoor and outdoor screening rooms, and a rooftop terrace with pool. It will also have 318 parking spaces, but the site is located near the Astoria ferry landing.

Rendering of Astoria Cove (KS Group)

The Bronx

One of the most affordable places to buy waterfront properties in New York City is Riverdale, where one-bedroom units with stunning Hudson views can still be found well under $400,000 and studios can be purchased for less than $300,000. For anyone craving waterfront cottage life in the city, City Island is also a great destination. On City Island, New Yorkers live in single- and multi-family homes and condos in proximity to an active wharf, lobster house, and several beaches.

355 Exterior Street, Mott Haven
Developer: Beitl Group | Architect: Hill West
755 rental units
Under construction

Rendering of 355 Exterior Street (Hill West)

Mott Haven has seen an influx of luxury rentals in recent years, and the latest entrant is 355 Exterior Street, a two-tower project on the rise on the Harlem River waterfront. The location allows for unobstructed waterfront views from many of the studio through two-bedroom units. Amenities will include a gym with sauna and steam room, a pickleball court, a golf simulator, a children's playroom, a coworking lounge, a party room, and an outdoor terrace with pool. As the project was vested into the now-expired 421a tax abatement program (h/t Multi-Housing News, a portion of units will be affordable, though the exact number is not yet known.

The 26-story south tower of 355 Exterior recently topped out (October 2025)

Staten Island

Naturally, Staten Island is another great local destination for waterfront properties, especially if you have always dreamt of taking a boat to work. While the commute isn't for everyone, the borough's high stock of reasonably priced single-family dwellings (it is still possible to buy a single-family home for under $1 million in this borough) makes it a great option for buyers seeking an affordable way to live in proximity to the water without paying typical waterfront prices.

Lighthouse Point, St. George
Developer: New York City Economic Development Corporation, Empire State Development, and Triangle Equities | Architect: Cooper Carry Architects
115 rental units
Under construction; first phase opened in 2025

Rendering of Lighthouse Point (Cooper Carry)

In June 2025, elected officials were on hand for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for The Residences at Lighthouse Point on the Staten Island waterfront. Thirty percent of units have been reserved for affordable housing, and all residents have access to amenities like a state-of-the-art fitness center, a community courtyard, and a rooftop lounge and terrace.

The Residences at Lighthouse Point are part of the first phase of the transformation of the historic site that was previously home to the U.S. Lighthouse Service General Depot. In addition to the housing units, the first phase features 274 parking spaces and 60,000 square feet of commercial space set to be occupied by Club Pilates, the Learning Experience early childhood education center, and the College of Staten Island Tech Incubator. The second phase calls for a new 180-key hotel as well as the rehabilitation and preservation of four historic buildings, a set of underground vaults, and a historic wall along Bay Street.

New Stapleton Waterfront, North Shore
Developers: Artimus and Phoenix Realty Group | Architect: GF55 Architects
2,100 housing units
Planned

Rendering of New Stapleton Waterfront (GF55 Architects via NYCEDC)

In May 2025, Mayor Adams and the New York City Economic Development Corporation selected developers to transform two vacant parcels on Staten Island's North Shore into a mixed-use, mixed-income waterfront community with over 500 housing units. Not only is this set to bring new housing and public green space to the North Shore, but it also represents the largest mass timber residential project in New York City (to date) and one of the largest mass timber projects with affordable housing in the United States.

This project is part of a broader transformation of a former U.S. naval base on the waterfront. In total, it is set to deliver over 2,100 mixed-income housing units, new retail space, new community facilities, and a 600-seat public school set within 12 acres of interconnected public open space.

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Waterfront properties for a range of budgets

Whether your budget is $600,000 or $20 million, the local market has a lot to offer buyers looking to live close to the water.

Downtown

One Manhattan Square, #28C
$1,395,000

Lower East Side | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 695 ft²

One Manhattan Square, #28C (Compass)

From the Listing: Residence 28C is a 695-square-foot one-bedroom, one-bathroom home offering spectacular southwest-facing views of the Manhattan Bridge and East River. Thoughtfully designed by the renowned Meyer Davis Studio, this elegant home features an open-concept living and dining area with a gourmet kitchen, breakfast bar, imported stone surfaces, custom cabinetry, and a premium Miele appliance package. See floor plan and full details here.

The Greenwich by Rafael Vinoly, #56A
$1,625,000 (-5.8%)

Financial District | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 909 ft²

The Greenwich by Rafael Vinoly, #56A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Welcome to Residence 56A at The Greenwich by Rafael Vinoly, where elevated living meets unparalleled views. This one-bedroom home boasts magnificent northern and eastern exposures through curved floor-to-ceiling windows, allowing ample natural light, and providing sweeping panoramas over Trinity Church towards the East River. See floor plan and full details here.

The Solaire, #17M
$3,175,000

Battery Park City | Condop | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 1,594 ft²

The Solaire, #17M (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)

From the Listing: Co-op with Condo Rules. Immediate Occupancy. Residence 17M is a gracious, 1,594 sq. ft. three-bedroom, three-bath home designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli to meet the highest level of green building certification. Upon entering this south- and west-facing corner residence, experience abundant natural light and direct views of the Hudson River. Enjoy both river and park views from the living room and the kitchen as well as stunning river views from the bedrooms. See floor plan and full details here.

Caledonia, #2208
$3,650,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,400 ft²

Caledonia, #2208 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Rising above West Chelsea in The Caledonia, Residence 2208 is a luminous 2BD 2BA corner home that captures the essence of modern city living. Wrapped in floor-to-ceiling windows with north and west exposures, the residence is bathed in natural light throughout the day, while the Manhattan skyline unfolds in dramatic, ever-changing views at sunset and beyond. Spanning 1400 square feet, the interiors strike the perfect balance between elegance and comfort. See floor plan and full details here.

77 Greenwich Street, #34A
$3,895,000

Financial District | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 1,983 ft²

77 Greenwich Street, #34A (Reuveni LLC)

From the Listing: Residence 34A is a brand new three bedroom, three and a half bath, 1,983 sq. ft. home that includes floor to ceiling crystalline glass windows allowing for an abundance of natural light, stunning water views and soaring ceilings of close to 11’.The gracious entryway features custom millwork and stone flooring. See floor plan and full details here.

100 Eleventh Avenue, #12B
$4,750,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,060 ft²

100 Eleventh Avenue, #12B (Heatmap Real Estate Advisors)

From the Listing: Indulge in the awe-inspiring Hudson River panorama from this splendid two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom sanctuary, extending across 2,060 square feet of living space at the renowned 100 Eleventh Avenue by Jean Nouvel. Nestled within the vibrant Highline/West Chelsea enclave, this residence epitomizes luxury living. Floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring ten feet high, frame sweeping views of the Hudson River and downtown Manhattan to the south and west, offering a captivating backdrop to everyday life. See floor plan and full details here.

The Visionaire, #33E
$6,650,000

Battery Park City | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 3,418 ft²

The Visionaire, #33E (Nest Seekers LLC)

From the Listing: This exquisitely finished apartment features a spacious dining room with direct Statue of Liberty views, walls of windows that ensure tons of natural light, hardwood floors, a generous closet space, and two in-unit washers and dryers. Currently, the apartment is configured as a 4 Bedroom 4.5 Bathroom unit with ample living space and a media room, and it can be easily converted into a 6 Bedroom residence. When you enter the apartment, you will be greeted by magic vistas of New York City Harbor and Hudson River! See floor plan and full details here.

165 Charles Street, #14
$7,995,000

West Village | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,356 ft²

165 Charles Street, #14 (Compass)

From the Listing: Experience elevated modern living at 165 Charles Street, where Residence 14 offers a masterfully designed home in one of the West Village’s most sought-after addresses. Framed by floor-to-ceiling glass, this exceptional residence captures rare, protected Hudson River views, overlooking the newly completed Hudson River Park with direct pedestrian access from Charles Street. Enjoy an unparalleled vantage point to take in the ever-changing waterfront scenery and breathtaking evening skies. See floor plan and full details here.

One Wall Street, #3505
$8,995,000

Financial District | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,880 ft²

One Wall Street, #3505 (One Wall Street Sales LLC)

From the Listing: The height of One Wall Street living. Perched on the tower's southeast corner residence 3505 is an expansive 2,880 square foot three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home. Featuring exceptional natural light through oversized floor-to-ceiling windows that provide extraordinary views of the New York Harbor, city skyline, and several iconic buildings that define NYC. See floor plan and full details here.

160 Leroy Street, #9BS
$8,995,000

West Village | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,351 ft²

160 Leroy Street, #9BS (The Heller Organization Inc)

From the Listing: Residence South-9B at Ian Schrager’s 160 Leroy Street is a premier corner home in the West Village’s most sought-after waterfront development. Spanning 2,351 square feet, this three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath residence offers access to a rare private self-parking space dedicated exclusively to the unit (valued at $650,000), together with private storage, motorized shades, and sweeping Hudson River views. See floor plan and full details here.

290 West Street, #3A
$8,995,000

Tribeca | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 2,513 ft²

290 West Street, #3A (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Unit 3A at 290 West Street is a meticulously crafted 4-bedroom, 4-bath residence in one of Tribeca's most coveted boutique condominium buildings. With triple exposures, soaring ceilings up to 11 feet, and massive floor to ceiling windows, this home sits above the Hudson River and is bathed in natural light while remaining pin-drop quiet thanks to triple-paned glass. See floor plan and full details here.

One High Line, #W20C
$11,200,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 2,770 ft²

One High Line, #W20C (Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group)

From the Listing: West 20C at One High Line is a 2,770 SF four-bedroom and four-and-a-half-bathroom corner residence curated by Gabellini Sheppard Associates with north and west exposures. This remarkable home features northern and western exposure overlooking the Hudson River and receiving an abundance of natural light throughout the day. See floor plan and full details here.

551W21, #16B
$14,995,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,860 ft²

551W21, #16B (Bespoke Real Estate LLC)

From the Listing: Introducing 551 West 21st Street #16B, a luxury turn-key condo sprawling 3,860 SF+/- with 3 bedrooms, 3 full and 1 half bathrooms, private elevator entry, flex space, and a suite of lavish amenities, all elevated above the gorgeous West Chelsea locale boasting panoramic Hudson River and city views.Perched high above the High Line on the corner of the Chelsea Arts District, this residence offers a rarefied vantage point of the Hudson River and Manhattan that transcends the ordinary, capturing the essence of refined urban living. See floor plan and full details here.

Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park, #RH8
$22,000,000

Battery Park City | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,100 ft²

Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park, #RH8 (Nest Seekers LLC)

From the Listing: Privacy and seclusion await you in this glamorous Mansion in the sky. Very rarely does a home of this magnitude and proportion become available in downtown New York City. Penthouse residence River House 8, The Crown Prince at the top of the river house condominium is an exceptional 4,100 sqft. Perched on the 32nd Floor offers complete privacy and amazing Manhattan skyline and Hudson River views. See floor plan and full details here.

The Cortland, #11AW
$25,000,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, Unknown Baths | 4,089 ft²

The Cortland, #11AW (CORE Group Marketing LLC)

From the Listing: Inspired by West Chelsea’s historical architecture and rich heritage, The Cortland, located at 555 W 22nd Street, is striking a new presence on the Hudson waterfront. Hand-crafted and American-made, The Cortland represents a unique collaboration between two architectural icons, Robert A.M.Stern Architects and Olson Kundig. Uniting elegant design and exceptional attention to detail, The Cortland is a building that will stand for generations to come. See floor plan and full details here.

Midtown

The Corinthian, #56H
$750,000

Murray Hill | Condominium | Studio, 1 Bath | 571 ft²

The Corinthian, #56H (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Home in the sky at the white glove Corinthian condominium. This spacious studio apartment features bright West, East and North exposures with panoramic views of the East River and the NYC skyline, expansive bay windows, open kitchen, and generous closet space. See floor plan and full details here.

50 Sutton Place South, #11H
$799,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths

50 Sutton Place South, #11H (Compass)

From the Listing: Opportunity knocks with this expansive Sutton Place residence, offering a grand layout, spectacular East River views, and a coveted private balcony. See floor plan and full details here.

Manhattan Place, #6S
$799,000

Murray Hill | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 654 ft²

Manhattan Place, #6S (Compass)

From the Listing: This spacious one-bedroom, one-bath residence offers unobstructed views of the East River framed by wall-to-wall windows that bathe the interiors in natural light. See floor plan and full details here.

860 United Nations Plaza, #13A
$1,575,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths

860 United Nations Plaza, #13A (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Move right in and enjoy sweeping, cinematic East River views from this sophisticated and serene corner residence. Wrapped in walls of glass, this home is bathed in natural light and offers a front-row seat to the ever-changing East River panorama, with dazzling city and bridge vistas by day and glittering reflections by night. See floor plan and full details here.

611 West 56th Street, #25A
$2,250,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,400 ft²

611 West 56th Street, #25A (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome to Residence 25A at 611 West 56th Street - a sophisticated two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home offering more than 1,400 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, complete with the privacy and elegance of direct elevator access. See floor plan and full details here.

The Horizon, #30AC
$2,950,000

Murray Hill | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, Unknown Baths | 2,350 ft²

The Horizon, #30AC (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Unit 30A/C has been completely renovated, with new wiring and plumbing. This unique, rarely available combination unit offers spectacular river and city views from the most desirable south, east, and west exposures, through large windows with custom treatments by the Shade Store. The original 8 rooms have been modernized to a spacious 4, comprising a huge 35' open-concept living/dining room, a chef's kitchen, den/bedroom, and an extremely large primary bedroom, plus 3.5 bathrooms. See floor plan and full details here.

Trump World Tower, #82A
$5,800,000

Turtle Bay/United Nations | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 2,500 ft²

Trump World Tower, #82A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS from this magnificent 82ND Floor Residence. Feel as if you are living on top of the World! This state of the Art renovated 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home was meticulously designed by world renowned Stumer & Associates using the finest materials and attention to detail.This 2,500 square-foot home features white thassos marble floors throughout and even has a glamorous temperature-controlled wine room with Central Park views! See floor plan and full details here.

Upper West Side homes with river views

Upper East Side

Riverwalk Court, #PH2G
$2,350,000

Roosevelt Island | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 1,306 ft²

Riverwalk Court, #PH2G (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Welcome to PH2G at Riverwalk Court - 415 Main Street, Roosevelt Island A rare opportunity to own a three-bedroom, three-bathroom condominium with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline from every room. See floor plan and full details here.

River House, #6C
$2,350,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 2,000 ft²

River House, #6C (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Enter into this sublime over-sized classic six room apt at the magnificent River House, and immediately see spectacular river views over the East River. The rooms of this gracious apt are spacious with 10 foot ceilings and include a large entry foyer and huge closets. The primary bedroom has an en suite generous bathroom, as does the secondary bedroom with River views. See floor plan and full details here.

1 East End Avenue, #8A
$2,996,000

Yorkville | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths

1 East End Avenue, #8A (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Breathtaking East River views from almost every room of this impeccably maintained, classic eight-room apartment. A private elevator landing opens into a large central entrance hall, featuring an oversized bay window overlooking the East River. The apartment is configured with one of the most gracious layouts in one of New York's finest pre-war co-ops. The grandly proportioned, corner living room is centered around a wood-burning fireplace and enjoys eastern, southern, and western exposures. See floor plan and full details here.

60 East End Avenue, #41A
$2,395,000

Yorkville | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,100 ft²

60 East End Avenue, #41A (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Prepared to be wowed! Perched on the forty first floor, this two bedroom two and a half bathroom home has sweeping River and City views. The oversized living room and den/dining room provide ample space for entertaining as well as quiet enjoyment.A separate spacious breakfast room facing south adjoins a renovated cook's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances. Both bedrooms enjoy river views. See floor plan and full details here.

Gracie Towers, #PHA
$2,700,000

Yorkville | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Gracie Towers, #PHA (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: 180 East End Avenue, Penthouse A - Gracie Towers - 2 Bed + 2 Bath with Triple Exposures & Wrap-Around Terrace Perched atop Gracie Towers, Penthouse A is a rare two-bedroom, two-bathroom home offering triple exposures, sweeping views, and an expansive wrap-around terrace that defines indoor-outdoor living in Manhattan. This turnkey residence is filled with natural light and framed by panoramic vistas that stretch across three boroughs. From the bridges of the East River to Gracie Mansion, Carl Schurz Park, and even the flight path of LaGuardia, every window offers a view worth pausing for. See floor plan and full details here.

Brooklyn

75 Henry Street, #14C
$575,000

Brooklyn Heights | Cooperative | Studio, 1 Bath

75 Henry Street, #14C (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This perfect studio sits high above Brooklyn Heights with north views of the city and the Brooklyn Bridge from both the living room and the bedroom. It offers a spacious balcony, through wall-ac, and an abundance of closet space. See floor plan and full details here.

The Remsen, #7H
$775,000

Brooklyn Heights | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

The Remsen, #7H (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Pin-drop quiet and awash in southern sunlight, this impeccably renovated high floor one bedroom, one bath offers sweeping views of Brooklyn Heights, the Columbia Waterfront & the New York Bay with the Verrazzano Narrows Bridge on the horizon. The apartment also overlooks historic Grace Court Alley-a serene, single block street lined with old-world carriage houses dating back to the mid-1800's. The vantage point of this apartment must be seen to be fully appreciated. See floor plan and full details here.

The Huron, #10AE
$885,000 (-1.7%)

Greenpoint | Condominium | Studio, 1 Bath | 508 ft²

The Huron, #10AE (Serhant)

From the Listing: Introducing this brand new 1-bathroom studio offering an amenity-rich waterfront lifestyle in one of Brooklyn's trendiest neighborhoods. Interiors are timeless in their design and evoke casual elegance. Airy ceilings and wide plank engineered oak floors frame floor-to-ceiling windows with startling views of the East River and Manhattan skyline. See floor plan and full details here.

Austin Nichols House, #B503
$1,150,000 (-1.7%)

Williamsburg | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 669 ft²

Austin Nichols House, #B503 (Compass)

From the Listing: Exceptional one bed residence with coveted South Facing views. Bathed in natural light, this bright and airy home boasts soaring 11’+ ceilings and oversized casement windows framing sweeping river and bridge views. A truly special, custom-built loft provides flexible use as a sleeping area or abundant additional storage. See floor plan and full details here.

Schaefer Landing South, #5E
$1,395,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,211 ft²

Schaefer Landing South, #5E (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This expansive 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence, which offers over 1,200 square feet of bright, airy living space with incredible southern light throughout the day. Perfectly positioned at Schaefer Landing on the Williamsburg waterfront, right by the East River Ferry. The oversized 21-foot-wide living room easily accommodates a generous dining area and lounge space, all framed by panoramic water views of the East River, Navy Yard, Downtown Brooklyn skyline, and the Manhattan Bridge. See floor plan and full details here.

Schaefer Landing North, #17A
$1,745,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,270 ft²

Schaefer Landing North, #17A (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome to Residence 17A at Schaefer Landing North — a stunning, sun-drenched corner apartment offering rare, unobstructed panoramic views of the East River, three iconic bridges, and the Manhattan and Brooklyn skylines. Perfectly perched on the water’s edge, this high-floor home captures breathtaking vistas through expansive walls of windows and benefits from desirable southwest exposure, flooding the space with natural light throughout the day. See floor plan and full details here.

Two Northside Piers, #18H
$2,125,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,234 ft²

Two Northside Piers, #18H (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Expansive waterfront residence with iconic Manhattan & Brooklyn views located on the prime Williamsburg Waterfront at 2 Northside Piers. Residence features: - Generously proportioned, 1234SF home with a gracious living room and separate dining area - Spectacular views of the East River and Midtown Manhattan from every room. See floor plan and full details here.

The Clocktower Building, #10K
$2,499,000

DUMBO | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths | 1,414 ft²

The Clocktower Building, #10K (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Experience the most desirable Western views in the Clock Tower Condominium. This sun-drenched loft delivers breathtaking views of the iconic Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Jane’s Carousel, Downtown Manhattan Skyline, and the East River. Enjoy the dramatic sunsets from the perfectly positioned walls of oversized windows. This is the true meaning of DUMBO living. This expansive and open loft features one bedroom, two full bathrooms, and a home office which can easily be used as an interior sleeping space. See floor plan and full details here.

One Brooklyn Bridge Park, #10301031
$2,750,000

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 2,198 ft²

One Brooklyn Bridge Park, #10301031 (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Welcome to 1030/1031, where two lofts have been seamlessly combined to create a home with endless possibilities and exceptional versatility. Spanning approximately 2,189 +/- sq.ft., the space is currently configured as a one-bedroom with two spacious home offices areas and two full bathrooms. However, this home can easily be reconfigured as a true two-bedroom with two home offices or interior sleeping spaces.Situated on the west side (the most coveted side of the building), this home offers breathtaking views of the Downtown Manhattan Skyline, the Statue of Liberty, the East River, and Brooklyn Bridge Park. See floor plan and full details here.

Pierhouse at Brooklyn Bridge Park, #N609
$2,850,000 (-13.6%)

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,750 ft²

Pierhouse at Brooklyn Bridge Park, #N609 (Compass)

From the Listing: This stunning 1,750sf duplex was recently expanded and converted to a 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence. Every detail was considered when maximizing this expansive loft-like space to its fullest potential, enhancing ample opportunities to admire the captivating, unobstructed views of Manhattan, the East River, and Statue of Liberty. See floor plan and full details here.

The Edge North Tower, #3Q
$2,975,000 (-5.6%)

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,627 ft²

The Edge North Tower, #3Q (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This expansive 2-bedroom plus office, 2-bathroom duplex at The EDGE offers exceptional comfort, space, and design in one of Williamsburg's most sought-after luxury condominiums. With soaring 20-foot ceilings and a dramatic wall of floor-to-ceiling windows, the open-concept living room is filled with natural light and offers a private balcony - perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. See floor plan and full details here.

One Williamsburg Wharf, #18B
$2,980,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,191 ft²

One Williamsburg Wharf, #18B (Serhant)

From the Listing: A tasteful entry foyer flows into an open-plan living room, dining room, and kitchen with southern and western exposure. The windowed kitchen blends organic tones with subtle curves to create a modern, elegant space for everyday use. See floor plan and full details here.

One Domino Square, #38A
$3,360,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,403 ft²

One Domino Square, #38A (Two Trees Management Co)

From the Listing: One Domino Square‘s premium two bedroom, two and a half bath residence is situated on the highly coveted northwest corner, featuring awe-inspiring views of the Manhattan skyline, the East River, and Domino Park. This residence offers a generous west-facing primary suite with customized closets, an ensuite bathroom with a double vanity, standing shower and separate 60‘‘ soaking tub. Every condominium residence at One Domino Square boasts protected views of the East River that are simply breathtaking. See floor plan and full details here.

Quay Tower, #24B
$4,495,000 (-12.7%)

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,057 ft²

Quay Tower, #24B (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: This rare high-floor B-line resale, the most coveted in the building, boasts picture-perfect skyline vistas from all 19 floor-to-ceiling UV-insulated windows, making it arguably the best view apartment in all of Brooklyn. Spanning 2,057 square feet, this exceptional three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home offers a seamless blend of elegance, comfort, and convenience. A private high-speed elevator opens directly into the residence, creating a grand sense of arrival, while a secondary entrance through the custom-designed mudroom provides effortless day-to-day access. See floor plan and full details here.

1 John Street, #3B
$5,495,000 (-.9%)

DUMBO | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,499 ft²

1 John Street, #3B (Compass)

From the Listing: Boasting unmatched views of the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges, this three-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home offers a seamless blend of sophistication, practicality, and comfort. Freshly refinished floors and a complete repaint throughout ensure the residence feels like new—fully turnkey with nothing for the next owner to do but simply move in and enjoy!

Stepping into the home, you're immediately drawn to the floor-to-ceiling windows that frame breathtaking panoramas of the East River and Manhattan skyline. Arguably boasting the best sight line in the whole building, this apartment sits just above the trees and has views of the entire Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridge spans as well as famous landmarks such as City Hall, the Empire State Building, and 1 WTC. See floor plan and full details here.

Olympia, #25A
$11,995,000

DUMBO | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,363 ft²

Olympia, #25A (Compass)

From the Listing: With cinematic views spanning the Brooklyn Bridge, Manhattan skyline, and New York Harbor, this spectacular 3,363-square-foot residence at Olympia was meticulously re-imagined by the team at NAINOA. No corner of this residence was ignored in the quest to build a truly singular residence in the sky. Outside, a large private river-facing terrace offers an unrivaled backdrop for indoor-outdoor living in one of Brooklyn’s most exciting new addresses. See floor plan and full details here.

Queens

Citylights, #27A
$925,000 (-2.6%)

Long Island City | Condop | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,050 ft²

Citylights, #27A (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome to this stunning A-line residence on the 27th floor, located in the highly sought-after Hunters Point section of Long Island City, Queens, NY. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers the flexibility to easily convert into a three-bedroom, providing exceptional space and versatility to suit your needs. See floor plan and full details here.

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Manhattan

Freedom Plaza, Turtle Bay Developer: Soloviev Group | Architect: Bjarke Ingels Group 1,080 residential units Planned with one tower completed (One United Nations Park) in 2019

Brooklyn

Monitor Point, Greenpoint Developer: Gotham Organization | Architect: FXCollaborative 1,150 rental units Planned

Brooklyn Marine Terminal, South Slope-Greenwood Heights Developer: New York City Economic Development Corporation | Architect: TBD 6,000 rental units Planned

Queens

Astoria Cove Developer: KS Group and Alma Realty | Architect: Fogarty Finger 1,723 rental units Under construction

The Bronx

355 Exterior Street, Mott Haven Developer: Beitl Group | Architect: Hill West 755 rental units Under construction

Staten Island

Lighthouse Point, St. George Developer: New York City Economic Development Corporation, Empire State Development, and Triangle Equities | Architect: Cooper Carry Architects 115 rental units Under construction; first phase opened in 2025

New Stapleton Waterfront, North Shore Developers: Artimus and Phoenix Realty Group | Architect: GF55 Architects 2,100 housing units Planned

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Freedom Plaza, Turtle Bay
Developer: Soloviev Group | Architect: Bjarke Ingels Group
1,080 residential units
Planned with one tower completed (One United Nations Park) in 2019

Monitor Point, Greenpoint
Developer: Gotham Organization | Architect: FXCollaborative
1,150 rental units
Planned

Brooklyn Marine Terminal, South Slope-Greenwood Heights
Developer: New York City Economic Development Corporation | Architect: TBD
6,000 rental units
Planned

Astoria Cove
Developer: KS Group and Alma Realty | Architect: Fogarty Finger
1,723 rental units
Under construction

355 Exterior Street, Mott Haven
Developer: Beitl Group | Architect: Hill West
755 rental units
Under construction

Lighthouse Point, St. George
Developer: New York City Economic Development Corporation, Empire State Development, and Triangle Equities | Architect: Cooper Carry Architects
115 rental units
Under construction; first phase opened in 2025

New Stapleton Waterfront, North Shore
Developers: Artimus and Phoenix Realty Group | Architect: GF55 Architects
2,100 housing units
Planned