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While today’s new developments celebrate open layouts, earthy material palettes, and soaring ceilings in a clear homage to historic industrial architecture, one signature detail remains far harder to replicate: exposed brick. Found most authentically in New York in historic industrial conversions and 19th- and early 20th-century residences, these textured surfaces offer a sense of permanence, character, and craftsmanship that many modern builds struggle to emulate.
Apartments with exposed brick are increasingly sought-after, especially in neighborhoods with a high concentration of industrial conversions like Tribeca, SoHo, and along the Brooklyn waterfront. Listings that retain authentic architectural details, be it original brickwork, timber beams, or arched windows, often command a premium, particularly among buyers looking for homes with character. While new construction may offer sleeker finishes or larger amenity packages, demand remains strong for homes that offer historic charm, layered textures, and a tangible connection to New York’s architectural past.

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317 East 73rd Street
317 East 73rd Street Lenox Hill
301 East 52nd Street
301 East 52nd Street Midtown East
152 East 83rd Street
152 East 83rd Street Carnegie Hill
206 East 90th Street
206 East 90th Street Yorkville
419 East 87th Street
419 East 87th Street Yorkville
12-West-18th-Street-01 Apartments with exposed brick walls
Of course, like any design feature with strong aesthetic appeal, exposed brick comes with its share of practical considerations. As Apartment Therapy points out, some interior brick was never meant to be visible—leading to dust, crumbling mortar, or uneven color without proper sealing. It can also darken a space or complicate hanging artwork. Still, with the right care or treatment, such as whitewashing or limewashing, exposed brick can bring warmth, texture, and a striking sense of place.
That said, many would argue exposed brick walls are works of art in their own right. No matter how modern the finishes may be, these surfaces create a dialogue between old and new that few materials can achieve. While some homeowners resort to faux finishes to capture that effect, these available apartments in Manhattan and Brooklyn feature the real thing.


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141 West 95th Street, # (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

63 Greene Street, #PHA (Serhant)

21 Bond Street, #PH (Compass)

The Wooster Street Condominium, #4NR (Serhant)

The Cobblestone Lofts, #6AB (Sothebys International Realty)

XOCO 325, #PHE (Serhant)

66 Reade Street, # (Compass)

325 Bowery, #PH (Compass)

19 Bond Street, #4A (Nest Seekers LLC)

200 Mercer Street, #4D (Serhant)

203 Huntington Street, # (Compass)

The Lyons, #9A/10A (Howard Hanna NYC)

142 North 1st Street, #1A (Compass)

The Lispenard, #5E (Corcoran Group)

50 Lispenard Street, #4 (Serhant)

The Romanoff, #4 (Compass)
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145 West 126th Street, # (Compass)

The Greenwich Street Project, #2C (Compass)

47 Wolcott Street, # (Compass)

Gramercy Park Habitat, #2AB (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

477 Broome Street, #53 (Corcoran Group)

725 Union Street, #1 (Brown Harris Stevens Brooklyn LLC)

Elkins House, #B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

The Bakery, #PHD (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

Factory House, #5A (Modern Spaces)

The Endicott, #717 (Sothebys International Realty)

718 Broadway, #6B (ENGEL & VOLKERS BROWNSTONE BROOKLYN)

244 West 23rd Street, #5A (Compass)

172 West 82nd Street, #2A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

135 Amity Street, #2B (Compass)

223 East 4th Street, #12 (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

345 West 21st Street, #2B (Decode Real Estate)

130 Henry Street, #4R (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

58 West 105th Street, #5A (City Sphere)

170 72nd Street, #243 (ENGEL & VOLKERS BROWNSTONE BROOKLYN)

333 West 21st Street, #4RW (Bond New York Properties LLC)

88 Horatio Street, #APT3B (Serhant)

206 East 90th Street, #4-E (Find Properties)

317 East 73rd Street, #5FE (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

419 East 87th Street, #3A (Sothebys International Realty)

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