Skip to Content
CityRealty Logo
Certain apartments are as eco-friendly as they are elegant (Millennium Tower Residences, #16F - Compass) Certain apartments are as eco-friendly as they are elegant (Millennium Tower Residences, #16F - Compass)
Between the United Nations General Assembly and the pageantry surrounding the funeral of Queen Elizabeth II, another event might have gotten lost in the shuffle: Climate Week NYC 2022, which is held in conjunction with the United Nations General Assembly and the City of New York. The official events bring together government officials, business leaders, and climate experts aimed at exactly that. The event takes place one year after the devastation of Hurricane Ida, and at a time when Hurricane Fiona has knocked out power all over Puerto Rico.
This year's theme is "Getting It Done," but New York has been working on that over the past year. In light of Hurricane Ida, City Comptroller Brad Lander has proposed a framework modeled on the Loft Law for legalizing basement apartments and making them safer. A number of clean energy projects are in the works, including the transformation of the South Brooklyn Marine Terminal into an offshore wind port facility. Additionally, buildings all over the city measuring 25,000 square feet or larger are literally cleaning up their acts in preparation for Local Law 97, which requires them to meet new energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emission limits by 2024 or face steep fines. A letter grade system calls attention to big buildings' energy efficiency in what it hopes will be a call to action to make them more sustainable.

In this article:

The Solaire, 20 River Terrace
The Solaire, 20 River Terrace Battery Park City
98 Front Street
98 Front Street DUMBO
Circa Central Park, 285 West 110th Street
Circa Central Park, 285 West 110th Street Harlem
443 Greenwich Street
443 Greenwich Street Tribeca
Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park, 2 River Terrace
Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park, 2 River Terrace Battery Park City
Nevertheless, for more than a decade, several developers and their designers embarked on a quest for LEED certification. Checklist items to reach one of four certification levels include proximity to public transportation, responsibly sourced materials, and finishes, planted green roofs, and rainwater collection for garden irrigation systems. Credits are also given for specifying high-efficiency appliances, advanced-performance windows, reinforced insulation, and advanced water-conserving plumbing fixtures.

None of that, though, is to say that it is impossible to erect an environmentally-friendly building without skimping on the space, views, and amenities that luxury buyers have come to appreciate. Below, we take a look at listings in LEED-certified sales buildings throughout the city.

LEED Platinum Certified
Eco-Friendly Elegance
70-Little-West-Street-1 All images of The Visionaire via Sotheby's
Battery Park City condos The Visionaire, #18E (Harbor Properties International LLC)
From the Listing: This home has been completely upgraded beyond the building-standard finishes. The integrated kitchen features European-style cabinetry, Miele and Sub-Zero appliances, a contemporary textured backsplash, and Pure White Corian countertops. Each of the luxurious Italian-designed bathrooms is appointed with oversized tile and Hansgrohe fixtures. The primary bath features a warm pallet of onyx and quartz, a large stall shower, and a separate extra-deep soaking tub by Zuma. A central SONOS entertainment system includes invisible speakers hidden within the walls of each room.

The nation's first high-rise condominium to earn LEED Platinum certification and winner of the AIA Award for Excellence, this full-service luxury building offers residents features not found in most dwellings. The high-efficiency HVAC system can filter up to 95% of all dust and allergens from the air. Additionally, highly filtered fresh air is delivered to each room within the building. The air is humidified in the winter and dehumidified in the summer. Other highlights residents enjoy include a central water filtration system, year-round on-demand temperature control, and of course, much lower energy bills.
See floor plan and full details here.
70-Little-West-Street-04
The Visionaire has 9 available listings from $890K.

LEED Gold Certified
Green Midtown Living
303-East-33rd-Street-01 All images of 303 East 33rd Street via Compass
303-East-33rd-Street-01 303 East 33rd Street, #9G (Pari Passu Realty)
From the Listing: As you enter the living room you will immediately notice the double-height ceiling with massive floor-to-ceiling windows that lead out to your own private terrace. The spacious open concept and indoor/outdoor feature is ideal for entertaining. On the main level, the open chef’s kitchen gleams with sleek white glass and bamboo cabinetry, polished glass counters, and top-of-the-line appliances from Liebherr and Bosch. Additional features include a custom glass pantry and an in-unit Bosch washer-dryer.

A LEED Gold-certified condominium building, the building deploys modern technologies and green principles to ensure a pleasant, sustainable environment. Amenities include a fitness center, a 3,000-square foot owner's lounge, and a 5,000-square-foot roof garden with a putting green, full-size grill plus a sundeck and reflecting pool.
See floor plan and full details here.
Murray Hill condos
303 East 33rd Street has 4 available listings from $835K.

Striking Gold in Harlem
2231-Adam-Clayton-Powell-Jr-Boulevard-01 All images of Aurum via Compass
Harlem condos Aurum, #405 (Compass)
From the Listing: This sun soaked, south facing one bedroom has been upgraded with stunning touches including exposed whitewashed brick, beautiful lighting fixtures and custom California closets! Overlooking one of Harlem’s classic tree-lined blocks this home is spaciously designed and outfitted with double pain windows, wide oak plank hardwood floors and in-unit vented washer/dryer.

A Full-Service LEED Gold certified property constructed of locally manufactured and recycled materials, the Aurum encapsulates a co-generation plant, green roof, efficiency double pane windows, and an interior live green sall. Presenting a contemporary lifestyle defined by superior amenities and service plus the rare opportunity to participate in the anticipated 25-year (over 20 years left) 421A tax abatement. Enjoy the 24-hour attended lobby, street-level bike room, a state-of-the-art penthouse-level fitness center, residents' lounge and media room, a scenic interior landscaped courtyard, and two levels of furnished outdoor space complete with grilling stations and seating for dining al fresco.
See floor plan and full details here.
Aurum has 3 available listings from $525K.

Sunny and Sustainable
22-North-6th-Street-1 The Edge South Tower via Compass
Williamsburg condos The Edge South Tower, #PH3A (Sotheby's International Realty)
From the Listing: Sun flooded with sunset and river views from your private balcony. This mint condition one-bedroom home features a countered kitchen with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher and tons of storage space. Washer/dryer in unit. The bedroom can fit up to a king-size bed.

The Edge is a luxury LEED Gold-certified full-service doorman building. The amenities include a private swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room, gym, rooftop access, a full-sized indoor basketball court, lounge, movie theater, play-room, game room, and golf simulator. Located directly on the waterfront beside the East River Ferry and Bushwick Inlet Park, you are also moments from Trader Joes, Whole Foods, the William Vale, the Bedford L train, and everything Williamsburg has to offer.
See floor plan and full details here.
Williamsburg condos
The Edge South Tower has 1 available listing for $1.299.

LEED Gold Loveliness
30-West-Street-01 Millennium Tower Residences
Battery Park City condos Millennium Tower Residences, #16F (Compass)
From the Listing: Experience magical sunsets over extraordinary Hudson River and Statue of Liberty views from floor-to-ceiling windows in this 2,100-square-foot three bed, three-and-a-half bath southwest-facing corner apartment. The residence boasts an open concept living room, dining room and kitchen, making the space perfect for entertaining. The apartment is outfitted with automatic shades and a built-in sound system. The chef’s kitchen is equipped with top of the line appliances including a Viking stove and Sub-Zero refrigerator. The spacious primary bedroom suite includes two walk-in closets and a five-fixture bath. The two secondary bedrooms are very well proportioned and each include en-suite baths.

Millennium Tower Residences is located at 30 West Street and was New York City’s original ’Green’ LEED Gold Certified full-service, luxury condominium. Designed by award-winning Handel Architects, the buildings amenities include a full-time concierge, state-of-the-art fitness center; well-equipped children’s playroom; sleek residents’ lounge with pool table; a business center; and bike storage.
See floor plan and full details here.
Lower Manhattan condos
Millennium Tower Residences has 4 available listings from $1.195M.

Sustainable Pioneer
20-River-Terrace-01 The Solaire (Evan Joseph)
Battery Park City condops The Solaire, #17G (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing: Enjoy Hudson River views and breathtaking sunsets in this sundrenched, spacious 863-square-foot west-facing one-bedroom residence with home office designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli to meet the highest level of green building certification. This bright, river-view residence boasts ample closet space in the bedroom and by the foyer. An added delight is the spacious alcove area near the entry which is perfect for a home office, formal dining room, or sleeping area for guests.

The Solaire is America’s first green residential high-rise and offers in-residence MERV-14 filtered and conditioned fresh air, filtered water, photovoltaic panels on the facade, planted roofs, a rainwater retention system, and a water reclamation system. In addition, The Solaire is now targeting WELL Building certification, further enhancing the commitment to sustainability and healthy living.
See floor plan and full details here.
Battery Park City views
The Solaire has 14 available listings from $745K.

A Waterfront Wonder
2-River-Terrace-1 All images of Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park via R New York
Battery Park City condos Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park, #12GF (R New York)
From the Listing: This south facing three-bed/three bath-home is located in the Riverhouse, the only waterfront LEED certified Green condominium in North Battery Park / West Tribeca. The foyer entry leads to the expansive living room that is great for entertaining or just relaxing on your couch watching all the boats go past. South and west exposures insure this home gets beautiful water views from every room and an abundance of light through the oversized double pane and insulated windows. The David Rockwell designed open kitchen that includes teak-faced Italian cabinetry by Schiffini, Corian countertops and energy star appliances by Sub-Zero, Miele and Thermador.

Residents of the LEED Gold rated Green building enjoy apartments with twice filtered air, filtered water and lower energy bills. The Riverhouse is situated in front of Rockefeller Park greenery and the Hudson River. This full-service building is rated Gold by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program. This luxury condominium features 24-hour concierge service, on-site parking garage, 50’ lap pool, fitness center, bicycle storage, billiards area, landscaped interior courtyard and outdoor terrace, media cafe, and private pet grooming area.
See floor plan and full details here.
Battery Park City views
Riverhouse - One Rockefeller Park has 2 available listings from $3.65M.

Brooklyn Beacon
150-Myrtle-Avenue-01 All images of Toren via Douglas Elliman
150-Myrtle-Avenue-01 Toren, #301 (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing: Apartment 301 is an 1-bedroom / 1-bathroom unit spanning over 700 square feet. Oversized living and dining areas, combining for over 32’ feet, perfect for entertaining. Kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances (GE stove and dishwasher, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator) custom Mahogany cabinetry, granite countertops and a pull out island. Bedroom comfortably fits a queen-size bed and has a large closet. Bathroom is upgraded with a waterfall shower head and equipped a full soaking Zuma tub, floor to ceiling tiles, Villeroy and Boch vanity. Brazilian Ipe Walnut flooring throughout. Toren is a Gold LEED Certified green building with a421-a tax abatement in place until 2035. See floor plan and full details here.
Toren has 1 available listing for $765K.

Green Gramercy Living
200-East-21st-Street-01 All images of 200E21 via Douglas Elliman
Gramercy condos 200E21, #4C (Brown Harris Stevens)
From the Listing: This oversized, split two bedroom home showcases tree-lined street views that lead directly to Gramercy Park located just across the street. Upon entry, one is greeted by a generous foyer with a large coat closet and richly appointed powder room with Nero Marquina and white stone flooring. Just beyond the foyer, the home opens up into a loft-like corner great room with dual exposures. There is a long glass wall of west-facing windows that provides the home with exceptional light, in addition to the two oversized north-facing windows. The generous proportions of the great room allow for an expansive living and sitting area in addition to an 8-10 seat dining area. The open concept, custom-designed Poliform kitchen and island features a white matte lacquer breakfast bar and oak cabinetry.

The latest addition to Alfa Development's Green Collection of sustainable properties targeting LEED Gold Certification, 200 East 21st Street offers a suite of sustainable features, including solar-heated domestic water; advanced-performance windows and reinforced insulation for reduced energy consumption; rainwater collection for irrigation of the planted gardens; high-efficiency appliances; and responsibly sourced eco-friendly materials and finishes. The sumptuous interiors are crafted by the celebrated design firm, Champalimaud, while renowned landscape architect Halsted Welles Associates has designed thoughtfully integrated communal green spaces and landscaped private terraces.
See floor plan and full details here.
200E21 has 2 available listings from $1.638M.

Sleek and Sustainable
151-West-21st-Street-01 Chelsea Green via Stephen B. Jacobs Group
Chelsea condos Chelsea Green, #11B (Compass)
Would you like to tour any of these properties?
Just complete the info below.
  1. Select which properties are of interest to you:

Or call us at (212) 755-5544
From the Listing: Residence 11B is one of two units on a rarely available high floor in the B-line and offers 1,534 square feet of large open sky city views, two bedrooms plus a separate den/dining area, two baths, and a private terrace set back from the street. Upon entry you’re immediately taken by the enormous living area completed with UV protected floor to ceiling windows which open directly to the deep south facing terrace. The glass walls continue into the private dining room, allowing the southern and western exposures to bathe the home in light. The expansive kitchen was beautifully designed by world-renowned Chef Eric Ripert and accentuates the relationship between cooking and entertaining.

Chelsea Green is a LEED Gold Certified, full-service, boutique building with a full-time doorman, live-in super, fitness center, spa, sauna, lounge, beautifully landscaped roof deck, and bike storage. Perfectly situated on a vibrant block, this home is surrounded by exciting restaurants and shops, while also being just a quick walk away from Trader Joes, Whole Foods, Madison Square Park, the High Line, and Greenwich Village.
See floor plan and full details here.
Chelsea apartments
Chelsea Green has 3 available listings from $1.3M.

Architecturally and Environmentally Adventurous
515-West-23rd-Street-01 All images of HL23 via Douglas Elliman
West Chelsea condos HL23, #7FL (Liss Real Estate Group LLC)
From the Listing: Luxury living in this unique three-bedroom / three-bathroom condominium cantilevered over the High Line with panoramic cityscapes. Enter the gracious foyer off of a private keyed elevator into the expansive kitchen, dining and living spaces. Walls of glass windows with southern and eastern exposures provide loads of light and sweeping city views drawing your eye to High Line. The well thought out, beautifully appointed kitchen includes top of the line stainless steel Miele appliances, Corian countertops, and ample storage space in Poliform cabinets.

HL23 is a LEED Certified Gold full-service condominium with green power and eco-efficient appliances and fixtures. In addition, building amenities include a 24-hour doorman, fully-equipped TechnoGym fitness center, storage, and bike rooms, and is pet-friendly.
See floor plan and full details here.
HL23 has 1 available listing for $5.35M.

Climate-Friendly Chic
124-West-23rd-Street-01 Citizen via BKSK Architects
West Chelsea condos Citizen, #2A (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: A private elevator entrance welcomes you to this stunning home occupying almost 3,000 square feet spread across a great room, 3 bedrooms with en-suite baths, a media room/4th bedroom, home office/den, gallery and powder room. The well-designed circulation pattern allows the apartment to flow in all directions from living and entertaining spaces to the more private bedroom quarters with ceiling heights up to 9’ 3". The entire home features gas-sealed, noise canceling windows. The enormous living/dining area is filled with Southern light through a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows opening to the magical, patio-style terrace clad with stone pavers and accented by planted gardens. An outdoor dining area sits on a raised platform and the sale includes the outdoor dining table and gourmet Weber BBQ. Adjacent to the living room is an open home office/den.

Additional amenities include abundant storage, a large laundry room, and handsome hardwood floors. The Citizen condominium building also features a full-time attended lobby and resident gym. The building is LEED Gold certified making this residence not only luxurious, but eco-efficient..
See floor plan and full details here.
Chelsea condos
Citizen has 2 available listings from $1.08M.

Picturesque and Planet-Friendly
199-Mott-Street-01 199 Mott Street via CityRealty
Nolita condos 199 Mott Street, #PHA (Conquest Advisors)
From the Listing: The Penthouse at 199 Mott is a luxurious full-floor 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom apartment with 4 exposures and views stretching from the Empire State Building to the Freedom Tower and a massive 30' x 50' private rooftop terrace that is excellent for entertaining. The keyed elevator entrance opens into nearly 50 feet of entertaining space and includes a windowed library or media room off the main living space. The apartment is pre wired for home automation and comes with a large deeded storage unit.

Elegant, sophisticated and timeless, 199 Mott blends romantic historical references with the most state of the art systems, appliances, and amenities to bring you a collection of LEED Gold certified residences that don’t sacrifice warmth for modernity. While still very much a boutique building with only 11 apartments, 199 Mott offers a 24-hour doorman, round the clock concierge service and a landscaped rooftop terrace where you can soak up the sun or enjoy 360 views of the city lights.
See floor plan and full details here.
Downtown condos
199 Mott Street has 1 available listing for $6.989M.

LEED Silver Certified
Sustainable Skyscraper
77-Greenwich-Street-01 All images of Jolie via Serhant
Financial District condos Jolie, #18C (Serhant)
From the Listing: A brand new FiDi condo graced with a curated palette of sublime fixtures and finishes, this Deborah Berke-designed 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home is an aperture for natural light and enchanting harbor and Hudson River views. Features of this 1,328 square-foot apartment include beautiful wide plank white oak floors, wraparound floor-to-ceiling crystalline glass windows, airy ceilings nearly 11 feet in height, an in-unit Miele washer/dryer, custom millwork, a split-wing layout, and energy efficient electric heating and cooling with variant refrigerant flow. Jolie is a luxury-defining LEED Silver-certified condominium overlooking the New York City harbor and the Hudson River. See floor plan and full details here.
77 Greenwich Street has 11 available listings from $1.575M.

Biophilic Brooklyn Condo
550-Vanderbilt-Avenue-01 All images of 550 Vanderbilt via Nest Seekers
Brooklyn condos 550 Vanderbilt, #203 (Prevu Real Estate LLC)
From the Listing: Frank Gehry-designed luxury condominium with tax abatement through 2043 invites you to call this peaceful 1-bed/1-bath home in Brooklyn’s historic Prospect Heights. Oversized windows overlooking a serene Zen water garden fill the space with natural light from the 10-foot ceilings to the wide plank hardwood floors. Italian woodwork and a top-of-the-line Miele appliance package, which includes a vented stovetop hood, are featured in the sleek kitchen. Thoughtfully arranged, the dining area and living room work as an open concept setup for a flexible floorplan while the spacious bathroom outfitted with Carrara marble and Grohe fixtures conceals a Bosch Washer/Dryer. Residents of this LEED Silver certified building will enjoy 10,000 square feet of amenities including white-glove, 24-hour door service, a library by McNally Jackson, fitness center by The Wright Fit, lounge with catering kitchen, children's playroom, pet grooming station, and an amazing rooftop terrace with communal gardens and breathtaking city views. See floor plan and full details here.
550 Vanderbilt has 7 available listings from $735K.

Heavenly Harlem Home
285-West-110th-Street-1 Circa Central Park (Compass)
Harlem condos Circa Central Park, #7D (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing: Welcome home to this 1,614 square foot, bright and sunny corner three-bedroom, two and a half-bathroom apartment. Upon entering the apartment, you are greeted with the south facing living area with oversized windows. Off of the living area is the kitchen, which comes clad with Lagos blue stone countertops. The kitchen has a gas cooktop, oven, microwave and dishwasher, all by Bosch, as well as a custom paneled Sub-Zero refrigerator. It is outfitted with top-of-the-line custom Italian cabinetry and Kohler fixtures. The primary bedroom faces south and boasts plenty of storage with two closets, one of which is a walk-in. Circa is a LEED Silver certified green building and has a 25-year 421-A tax abatement. See floor plan and full details here.
Circa Central Park has 4 available listings from $2.7M.

Exquisitely Eco-Chic
205-East-85th-Street-01 All images of The Brompton via Brown Harris Stevens
Yorkville condos The Brompton, #5MP (Brown Harris Stevens)
From the Listing: This intuitive layout is evident from the moment you arrive. From the foyer, experience a large living space that is sensibly separated from the bedroom wing. The open-concept kitchen flows seamlessly into a sunny and stunning formal dining area and sitting room, anchored by three spectacular floor-to-ceiling arched windows. The chef’s kitchen features granite countertops, dual Viking stainless steel wall ovens and gas stovetop, a wine cooler, dual Sub-Zero refrigerators, and Miele dishwasher.

Building amenities include a newly renovated gym, children's playroom, private outdoor terrace, and residents; lounge with a full kitchen for entertaining friends and family. The Brompton is a LEED Silver certified environmentally-friendly green building completed in 2009. It's a 22-story building with white glove concierge service, a 24-hour doorman and bike storage. Pets welcome.
See floor plan and full details here.
The Brompton has 2 available listings from $920K.

LEED Certified
Aesthetically and Environmentally Pleasing
98-Front-Street-01 98 Front Street (Douglas Elliman)
DUMBO condos
From the Listing: This spacious and well appointed two bed, two bath has motorized blackout shades in both bedrooms, western exposure, terrace, and 10’6" ceilings (highest ceilings within the building)! Meticulously curated and space-efficient details throughout maximize your ability to stretch out, while providing every resource you need to keep things running smoothly. Natural light pours in from oversized insulated sound-attenuated 8 feet 8 inches windows by ALUMIL, and the 5 inches White Oak floors further illuminate the space.

98 Front will offer residents a LEED-certified home nestled amongst some of the city's most notable landmarks and attractions. Building amenities include a 24-hour doorman, indoor salt water pool and spa with steam room, fitness club, residents lounge and co-working space, kid’s play room, 7000 square foot roof deck with 3 separate outdoor kitchens and grills, screening capabilities, bocce court and outdoor work-out facility with beautiful views.
See floor plan and full details here.
Brooklyn condos
98 Front Street has 11 available listings from $1.15M.

East Side Excellence
400-East-67th-Street-01 All images of The Laurel via Compass
Lenox Hill condos The Laurel, #7C (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: Highlights of this home include floor-to-ceiling windows, a state-of-the-art Poggenpohl kitchen, and solid oak wood flooring throughout. The kitchen is outfitted with Gaggenau and Sub-Zero appliances and has a vented hood over the range. The primary bathroom is a luxurious sanctuary with radiant heated marble floors, floor-to-ceiling white slab marble and a large soaking tub and separate shower. In addition are the multitude of closets (including a large walk-in), year-round HVAC controls, and a Bosch washer and dryer.

Designed by award-winning architects Costas Kondylis and Partners, the 31-story Laurel Condominium is striking with its glass and Indiana limestone facade, and is LEED-Certified with many eco-friendly elements in its construction and energy-saving systems throughout. Over 11,000 square feet of amenity space including The Trophy Club, which is a bi-level state-of-the-art fitness facility and triathlon training center, containing a 50-foot lap pool, cardio, and weight-training equipment rooms, and men's and women's locker rooms offering sauna and steam.
See floor plan and full details here.
Upper East Side condos
The Laurel has 3 available listings from $1.995M.

An Energy-Conscious Conversion
443-Greenwich-Street-1 All images of 443 Greenwich Street via Douglas Elliman
Tribeca lofts 443 Greenwich Street, #6F (Compass)
From the listing: Enter this exquisite loft via a key-locked elevator that opens onto a spacious entry gallery that leads to a vast and light filled 35-foot living/dining room with 10’2’ ceilings. This impeccable 3-bedroom/ 3.5-bath loft, in the world class condominium at 443 Greenwich Street, is ready to welcome its second owner. The unique ability to discreetly enter the building through the private garage along with the gracious proportions, level of finishes, quality of construction and luxurious amenities set this building apart.

443 Greenwich Street was recently converted from a former book bindery by Metroloft and CetraRuddy Architects. This LEED-certified condominium offers the highest degree of service with tenured staff that's operation 24 hours a day. In addition to the doorman and concierge, there is a live-in resident manager and multiple other staff members to ensure that everyone's needs are attending too. Amenities include a 70-foot long indoor swimming pool with Turkish baths. Plus, a state-of-the-art fitness center with private yoga/Pilates studios, an infrared sauna, a children's playroom, wine storage and a 5,000-square-foot landscaped roof and a central courtyard.
See floor plan and full details here.
443 Greenwich Street has 2 available listings from $10.5M.

Would you like to tour any of these properties?
Just complete the info below.
  1. Select which properties are of interest to you:

Or call us at (212) 755-5544
Would you like to tour any of these properties?