Junior 4 gems from $230K: Oversized NYC apartments with room to grow

By CityRealty Staff | From Get To Know Tuesday, February 11, 2025

A little flexibility can make life in New York more pleasant. (160 West End Avenue #15T in Lincoln Square - Corcoran)

In a city where square footage is basically a currency of its own, buyers pay a premium for every extra inch. Those in smaller spaces have mastered the art of creative storage (hello, under-bed everything), but sometimes you just need more room. Enter the Junior 4 (or JR4): a one-bedroom apartment with a bonus space—usually a dining alcove—that can double as an office, nursery, or even a second bedroom (though it may not technically qualify as a legal one). We must note, it is always important to clear "flexing" an apartment with management and inspectors.

The name comes from the apartment’s four main areas: bedroom, living room, kitchen, and dining area. JR4s are particularly common in pre-war buildings, and while they won’t officially turn you into a two-bedroom owner, they do give you extra flexibility without the extra price tag.

And if you’re lucky enough to find a convertible floor plan, you can skip the mental gymnastics of fitting your life into a shoebox and start imagining how to use the extra space.

Below, we’ve rounded up some spacious one- and almost-two-bedroom Manhattan apartments, all under $1.5 million—because a little more room shouldn’t cost your entire life savings.

Junior 4 (JR4) listings under $1.5M

Presidential, #5S
$230,000

Spuyten Duyvil | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 800 ft²

Presidential, #5S (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Spacious super bright JR-4 apartment conveniently located in South Riverdale. Currently configured as a 2 bedroom, the large living room easily has space for a dining area. The primary bedroom will accommodate a king-size bed. The second bedroom also works as a home office or guest room. " target="_blank">See floor plan and full details here.

345 West 145th Street, #3B5
$399,000 (-.3%)

Hamilton Heights | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

345 West 145th Street, #3B5 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Welcome to this spacious junior 4 apartment at 345 West 145th Street, a perfect blend of comfort and convenience in the historic and diverse neighborhood of Hamilton Heights. Step into a bright, open layout with ample room for both living and dining, filled with natural light throughout. \ See floor plan and full details here.

155 East 49th Street, #2B
$400,000

Midtown East | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

155 East 49th Street, #2B (Compass)

From the Listing: The location between Lexington and Third Avenue is brilliantly and conveniently located in the heart of New York City, making it an exceptional residence in a beautiful pre-war full-time doorman building. This lovely apartment features everything one could need from a primary residence or a second home in New York City.

As you enter this gorgeous junior 4 apartment, you will be greeted by a large foyer, spacious living room, and dining area with a wall of southern-facing windows overlooking a serene tree-lined street. See floor plan and full details here.

100 Park Terrace West, #3F
$440,000 (-4.3%)

Inwood | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

100 Park Terrace West, #3F (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: JUNIOR 4 in a PEACEFUL SETTING...It's an easy conversion away from what can essentially function as a 2BR, at a price that doesn't break the bank! See floor plan and full details here.

72 East 93rd Street, #3A
$625,000

Carnegie Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 600 ft²

72 East 93rd Street, #3A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: BEST PRICED JUNIOR-4 IN CARNEGIE HILL! MOTIVATED SELLER This one-bedroom unit is in search of its new owner. Located in a charming pre-war boutique co-op on one of the quietest street on the Upper East Side. Apartment highlights: -Best tree-lined street in Carnegie Hill west of Park Avenue. -Minutes commute to Central Park. See floor plan and full details here.

315 East 69th Street, #4K
$665,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

315 East 69th Street, #4K (Compass)

From the Listing: Located on the Upper East Side on one of the most beautiful tree-lined blocks overlooking turn of the century townhouses, this one bedroom, one bath apartment is ready for you to call home. See floor plan and full details here.

166 East 61st Street, #16G
$690,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

166 East 61st Street, #16G (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome home to this exceptional stunning extra-large one bedroom, with incredible sun-filled, open city and bridge views! This “junior four” is in mint condition and provides the ability to convert the large dining area into a separate bedroom or home office. See floor plan and full details here.

166 East 61st Street, #9G
$699,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

166 East 61st Street, #9G (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Situated in Prime Lenox Hill is this bright and spacious oversized (approximately 1,000 square feet) Junior-four gem! Enter this apartment in a grand entry foyer/gallery and the space is striking. Currently a very large one bedroom, the dining area could be easily converted to a second bedroom or home office. See floor plan and full details here.

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The Geneva, #7I
$735,000

Midtown West | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 900 ft²

The Geneva, #7I (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: This 860+ square feet junior 4 (one-bedroom plus den) is so warm and homey! The sunlit home office, with its elegant French doors, doubles as a guest room, and looks out to old classic architecture across 57 St as well as the midtown skyscrapers. The living area, stretching a generous 22 feet, offers ample room for relaxation and entertainment, complete with a separate dining area. See floor plan and full details here.

Lenox Manor, #9L
$775,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

Lenox Manor, #9L (Compass)

From the Listing: Apt.9L is a lovely, light-filled, Junior-4 home thanks to a wall of west facing windows across the living room and dining area. The wide entry foyer has two closets and opens to the large 23-foot living room. The updated galley kitchen features stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher and tile backsplash which opens to the windowed dining alcove. See floor plan and full details here.

The Ardsley, #2N
$795,000 (-3.6%)

Central Park West | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

The Ardsley, #2N (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Affordable Luxury on Central Park West! Looking for affordable luxury on Central Park West? Welcome to apartment 2N at the renowned Ardsley on Central Park West. This beautifully kept art deco gem has been nicely updated and features a generous layout with junior 4 proportions! Enter through an ample foyer / dining area, into an extra large living room framed by art deco arches and a high beamed ceiling. See floor plan and full details here.

Plaza 400, #12F
$848,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 948 ft²

Plaza 400, #12F (Next Stop NY)

From the Listing: Don't miss this exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully reimagined 1 bedroom 1.5 bath apartment in the coveted Plaza 400 residences. This meticulously renovated apartment features a dream walk-in closet and a cozy foyer seating area, designed for both style and functionality. It can also be converted to a junior 4. See floor plan and full details here.

The Edgewater, #2C
$850,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 1,000 ft²

The Edgewater, #2C (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Home Sweet Home! This 1,000-square-foot Junior-4 with 1.5 bathrooms is perfect for comfortable living and elegant entertaining! With beautiful northeast views over landmarked black-and-white townhomes and a side view of the sparkling East River, this special home boasts a spacious living room with an alcove that can be walled off if one requires a second bedroom, a separate dining room (that can be absorbed into the living room with the removal of the dividing bookcases if one wishes). See floor plan and full details here.

Lincoln Towers, #15T
$899,500 (-4.8%)

Lincoln Center | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 850 ft²

Lincoln Towers, #15T (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Remarkably Renovated Junior 4 with Exceptional Natural Light Welcome to 160 West End Ave, Apt 15T - a beautifully updated and spacious Junior 4 apartment in the heart of Lincoln Towers. This east-facing gem offers stunning city views and thoughtful updates throughout. Apartment Highlights: Designer Kitchen: Newly renovated with marble countertops, stainless steel appliances, and fully updated electrical rewiring to support modern living. See floor plan and full details here.

360 East 72nd Street, #B804
$925,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

360 East 72nd Street, #B804 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Bring your architect into this spacious sun filled junior four (4) apartment which has high ceilings &hardwood floors throughout. This unique layout can be reconfigured to accommodate a second bedroom or separate office while maintaining the ample sized living room & dining area. Seven oversized windows face North & West, overlooking the building's charming landscaped courtyard with gazebo & waterfall. See floor plan and full details here.

Carlton Regency South, #21A
$925,000

Murray Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths

Carlton Regency South, #21A (Compass)

From the Listing: Bring your sunglasses! Spanning approximately 1,100 square feet, the coveted A Line is the largest 1bedroom, 1.5 bath residence in the Carlton Regency. This corner Jr.4 room layout welcomes you with a well-appointed foyer and a conveniently located powder room. Two stunning glass-enclosed solariums provide three exposures, offering panoramic views over Midtown Manhattan, including the Empire State Building and the southern skyline down to One World Trade Center. See floor plan and full details here.

The Delegate, #10E
$999,000

Turtle Bay/United Nations | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 800 ft²

The Delegate, #10E (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Welcome to the rarest of condos… a corner unit with open views, tons of light and YES -- under $1M! This Junior 4, which is already set up as a two-bedroom, boasts an incredibly unique layout on a high floor with views down Second Avenue. There are a surprising 14 windows in the apartment, all of which are unobstructed by other buildings and have the coveted Southern and Western exposures. See floor plan and full details here.

The Vanderbilt, #24H
$1,090,000 (-3.1%)

Turtle Bay/United Nations | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 870 ft²

The Vanderbilt, #24H (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: The Vanderbilt: Luxury full service condominium with an indoor swimming pool and a basketball court in a prime Midtown location. Large Jr4 with 1 and one half bath, can be converted to 2 bedroom. Unit is South and East facing getting great light, great closet space and open kitchen.Garage, concierge service. See floor plan and full details here.

The Impala, #25B
$1,100,000

Lenox Hill | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 847 ft²

The Impala, #25B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Introducing 25B, a high-floor one-bedroom residence at the Impala, one of the Upper East Side premier condominiums. This flawless sun-flooded Jr4 is perched up on the 25th floor and offers stunning unobstructed sweeping city views. See floor plan and full details here.

The Lafayette, #1D
$1,215,000

Greenwich Village | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath

The Lafayette, #1D (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Welcome to this stunning 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment (converted from a Junior-4) at The Lafayette, a beautiful co-op building in the heart of Greenwich Village. Located at 30 East 9th Street, right off University Place, this corner home offers abundant natural light with southern and eastern exposures and windows in every room. This is a very unique home with a fantastic and very spacious layout. See floor plan and full details here.

The Vaux, #20N
$1,400,000

Central Park West | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 887 ft²

The Vaux, #20N (Compass)

From the Listing: Top Floor Junior 4 with Stunning Central Park Views. With breathtaking protected sweeping Central Park views from every room, unit 20N is truly a once in a lifetime opportunity. Rarely do these top floor sprawling junior 4 layouts become available. As you enter into the unit, you will immediately notice the gorgeous open views through oversize windows. The layout is spacious and bright perched above it all with magical open views. See floor plan and full details here.

The Corinthian, #27A
$1,400,000

Murray Hill | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 1,009 ft²

The Corinthian, #27A (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Experience sophisticated city living in this stunning one-bedroom apartment, 27A, at the remarkable Corinthian Condominium. This beautifully appointed residence offers breathtaking south-facing views through semi-circle bow windows of the Empire State Building, and the vibrant downtown skyline, creating a truly awe-inspiring living experience. See floor plan and full details here.

Tower 58, #16A
$1,400,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 925 ft²

Tower 58, #16A (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome to the stunning Residence 16A at Tower 58, where location and breathtaking Central Park views come together in perfect harmony! This extraordinary Junior 4 residence spans an impressive 925 square feet, overflowing with natural light offering an inviting ambiance that captures the beautiful brightness of the morning sun and the warm, golden glow of the afternoon. See floor plan and full details here.

The Grand Beekman, #7A
$1,475,000 (-3.3%)

Beekman/Sutton Place | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths | 1,131 ft²

The Grand Beekman, #7A (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Snap up this wonderful opportunity to purchase an extra large JR-4 condo, which can easily work as a two bedroom with two full baths. All rooms are generously proportioned. The living room and primary bedroom boast Juliet balconies and face north onto a quiet residential block. The oversized den is multi-functional. It and can be a formal dining room, study, entertainment room or a guest bedroom. See floor plan and full details here.

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Junior 4 (JR4) listings under $1.5M

Presidential, #5S
$230,000

345 West 145th Street, #3B5
$399,000 (-.3%)

155 East 49th Street, #2B
$400,000

100 Park Terrace West, #3F
$440,000 (-4.3%)

72 East 93rd Street, #3A
$625,000

315 East 69th Street, #4K
$665,000

166 East 61st Street, #16G
$690,000

166 East 61st Street, #9G
$699,000

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The Geneva, #7I
$735,000

Lenox Manor, #9L
$775,000

The Ardsley, #2N
$795,000 (-3.6%)

Plaza 400, #12F
$848,000

The Edgewater, #2C
$850,000

Lincoln Towers, #15T
$899,500 (-4.8%)

360 East 72nd Street, #B804
$925,000

Carlton Regency South, #21A
$925,000

The Delegate, #10E
$999,000

The Vanderbilt, #24H
$1,090,000 (-3.1%)

The Impala, #25B
$1,100,000

The Lafayette, #1D
$1,215,000

The Vaux, #20N
$1,400,000

The Corinthian, #27A
$1,400,000

Tower 58, #16A
$1,400,000

The Grand Beekman, #7A
$1,475,000 (-3.3%)

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