Outer-borough apartments with front-row seats to the Manhattan skyline

By CityRealty Staff | From Great Listings Tuesday, May 2, 2023

Sunset and skyline views from One Brooklyn Bridge Park, #PH1215 (Compass)

Over the past few years, Long Island City and certain sections of Brooklyn have experienced a residential building boom that has resulted in the conversion and construction of housing units with finishes and amenities to rival those in Manhattan's luxury buildings. They also enjoy unobstructed views of the world's most iconic skyline from a more peaceful environment.

Clinton Hill Co-ops, #9B
$700,000

Clinton Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

Clinton Hill Co-ops, #9B (Compass)

From the Listing: Views of Manhattan from brownstone Brooklyn! This bright and cheerful apartment has new oversized windows and a flexible layout that could easily be converted into a two-bedroom. Enter into the living space and you will discover a large living room, with a separate dining area, and large windows showcasing sweeping views over brownstone Brooklyn all the way across downtown and midtown Manhattan. The windowed kitchen features updated cabinets, stylish countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas range, and a dishwasher. Down the hall you will pass a large closet and the updated bathroom, featuring a combination tub/shower, on your way to the primary bedroom. See floor plan and full details here.

Citylights, #35L
$748,000

Long Island City | Condop | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,150 ft²

Citylights, #35L (Modern Spaces)

From the Listing: Bring your designer and architect along to this absolute gem of a two / convertible three-bedroom apartment with balcony. This very bright and airy residence features oversized windows with south and west/east exposure. King-sized bedrooms, abundant closets, and private balcony. See floor plan and full details here.

Kirkman Lofts, #3D
$1,135,000

DUMBO | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 886 ft²

Kirkman Lofts, #3D (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: This stunning loft apartment features 11 foot ceilings, restored steel silo accents from the original Kirkman Soap factory, solid oak flooring and views of the Bridges, East River and Manhattan through an over-sized industrial-inspired window in the living room. Light filled and perfect for entertaining with its open floorplan and a chef's kitchen that houses many additional upgrades to appliances and fixtures along with a dramatic floor-to-ceiling subway tile design detail. At the front of the loft, the spacious primary sleeping includes an outfitted closet and an additional custom birch built-in shelving unit and at the other end of the loft, tucked behind a barn door, is an additional room currently used as a home office but offers flexibility for many uses. The unit comes with its own separate storage unit. See floor plan and full details here.

NOVA, #25B
$1,150,000

Long Island City | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 596 ft²

NOVA, #25B (Modern Spaces)

From the Listing: Residence 23B, a one-bedroom/one-bathroom, boasts unobstructed Manhattan views. Dine with ease in an open concept vented-out kitchen with ample cabinets in the waterfall Silestone island, Blanco sink and Italian XO garbage disposal, top-of-the-line Bertazzoni stainless steel appliances that make any night in feel like a night out. Bright, Italian Porcelanosa Stone tiled bathroom with glass shower, Carrera Caesarstone sink ensure you feel refreshed when arriving home, or embarking on the day ahead. Tall 10-foot ceiling interiors are accented by natural materials and handcrafted details. See floor plan and full details here.

388 Bridge Street, #PH49A
$1,850,000

Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,293 ft²

388 Bridge Street, #PH49A (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Residence PH49A is an expansive, two-bedroom, two-bathroom penthouse with triple exposures and is located in one of the most desirable high-rise condos in Downtown Brooklyn. Enter through a large gallery and into the spacious living and dining room that boasts floor-to-ceilings windows with unobstructed views of Downtown Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty. Appreciate the graciously sized living area that is large enough to fit a home office. Enjoy the efficient chef's kitchen that is large enough for a breakfast bar to be installed and features an abundance of counter space to test your culinary expertise. The primary suite is generous enough in size to accommodate a king-sized bed and boasts breath-taking western views of the river and Manhattan skyline, perfect to enjoy the evening sunsets. See floor plan and full details here.

11 Hoyt, #43H
$1,975,000

Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,228 ft²

11 Hoyt, #43H (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Residence 43H is a luxurious SPLIT LAYOUT two bedroom, two and a half bathroom home located on the 43rd floor with extraordinary views to the west with views over Downtown Brooklyn, lower Manhattan and the harbor. This residence is designed in deep rich tones that are reminiscent of Brooklyn's industrial warehouses and offers 10' ceilings and offers a large habitable bay window in the living room. Richly hued, the kitchen offers dark-stained oak floors, grey satin-lacquer custom cabinets with blackened steel accents and honed Italian lava stone countertops and backsplash. A large bay window in perfectly situated in the living room - a perfect place to read, relax and to take in the stunning views. The primary suite features an oversized closet as well as an en-suite five fixture primary bathroom. See floor plan and full details here.

Toren, #PH3603
$2,100,000

Downtown Brooklyn | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,600 ft²

Toren, #PH3603 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Corner duplex penthouse with floor-to-ceiling windows providing unsurpassed views of Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Williamsburg Bridges! This gracious 2-bed, 3-bath home sits high on the top penthouse 36th and 37th floors and clocks in at over 1,600 square feet. Floor-to-ceiling glass curtain windows bring amazing light to this luxurious space, thanks to its perfect northern and eastern unobstructed exposures. On the main level you will find an open concept gourmet kitchen opening into a large dining and living area. A spiral staircase leads you to the second level where you will find the bedrooms and primary suite. There is a property tax-abatement in place through 2035. See floor plan and full details here.

Would you like to tour any of these properties?

Just complete the info below.

Two Northside Piers, #11A
$2,359,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,376 ft²

Two Northside Piers, #11A (Compass)

From the Listing: Residence #11A is a well laid out and spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom + home office located on the southwestern corner of the luxury waterfront tower 2 Northside Piers with floor-to-ceiling windows and postcard views of Manhattan. The open floor plan is intelligently designed with split bedrooms, an oversized living room and a full-size dining area which leads out to a large 140-square-foot private balcony perfect for entertaining. The open kitchen is adorned with Italian Marble counter tops, garbage disposal, Sub-Zero and Bosch appliances. The primary bedroom is positioned to capture the Manhattan views and is generous with closet space. 421a tax abatement expires in 2036. See floor plan and full details here.

The McCarren, #3
$2,395,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,642 ft²

The McCarren, #3 (Compass)

From the Listing: Exceptional space, light and value make this home a unique and rare offering. Entertain your guests in the open kitchen and dining area, outfitted with a Thermador Professional 6-burner stove, KitchenAid dishwasher, JennAir refrigerator and Caesarstone countertops. The floor-through first floor is bathed in light from two exposures and allows enough space for a dining room and home office. On the upper level you will find the large primary bedroom with en suite spa-like bathroom and access to the huge 400-square-foot private terrace with skyline views, where you can enjoy summer days lounging in the sun and nights dining al fresco. See floor plan and full details here.

The Edge South Tower, #5D
$2,600,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,329 ft²

The Edge South Tower, #5D (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Get ready to enjoy one of the best views of the water and the iconic Manhattan skyline from Residence 5D at the Edge. An oversized entry welcomes you to the home and provides a large closet and a stacked washer and dryer. The space opens up to the main living area where you will immediately be taken with the beautiful riverfront below. Enjoy the views while prepping in the gourmet chef's kitchen with immense center island. A door leads out to your private balcony where you can truly appreciate the stunning sunsets. You can also enjoy the views from bed in the king-sized primary suite with renovated en suite bath. 25-year tax abatement lasts until 2036. See floor plan and full details here.

The View at East Coast, #1105
$2,850,000

Long Island City | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 1,653 ft²

The View at East Coast, #1105 (Compass)

From the Listing: This spectacular 3-bedroom/3-bath home with a private outdoor space boasts a large living room with floor-to-ceiling windows to stare at the most dramatic, panoramic eye-level city skyline, park and East River views. The primary bedroom with a balcony features 3 spacious closets, an impressive en-suite luxurious bathroom with double sink, Italian mosaic marble floors, a soaking bathtub and a separate shower. This grand corner sun-flooded home has south/western exposures, soaring high ceilings, washer and vented-out dryer, beautiful hardwood floors throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

84 Meserole Avenue, #PH
$3,650,000

Greenpoint | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,025 ft²

84 Meserole Avenue, #PH (Compass)

From the Listing: Exquisite penthouse living awaits in this unrivaled new-construction three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home featuring a private elevator, sun-splashed interiors and two levels of extraordinary outdoor space, including a sprawling rooftop terrace with jaw-dropping skyline views. Relax and entertain in this expansive sanctuary surrounded by 13-foot-tall ceilings and magnificent architectural views. Chefs will love the gourmet kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, spectacular Manhattan skyline views and elite appliances. Head to the main-floor owner's suite to discover a private balcony, a walk-in closet and a magazine-worthy en suite bathroom featuring sumptuous floor-to-ceiling tile, a gorgeous double vanity and a windowed wet room rain shower with a freestanding soaking tub. A bright staircase lined by glass handrails leads to the home's crowning glory two private terraces encompassing over 1,000 square feet of completely private roof deck space. See floor plan and full details here.

The Esquire Building, #6J
$4,650,000

Williamsburg | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 2,350 ft²

The Esquire Building, #6J (Compass)

From the Listing: Residence 6J, having just undergone a full gut renovation and combination, is the only layout of its kind at 330 Wythe. Features include 18-foot ceilings, 9 massive windows overlooking the Manhattan skyline, Williamsburg Bridge, and the East River, and absolutely stunning restored concrete columns and beams. Stripped down to the studs in 2022, 6J offers a state-of-the-art renovation including brand new HVAC, electrical, plumbing and mechanical systems mixed with a chic, avante-garde design aesthetic. See floor plan and full details here.

Quay Tower, #15A
$4,950,000

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,487 ft²

Quay Tower, #15A (Serhant LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome home to Quay Tower, an incomparable residential development that redefines waterfront living in Brooklyn Heights. Home 15A offers stunning front-row views of the Manhattan skyline and New York Harbor. High-end modern touches include: private high-speed elevator access into the grand entry foyer, generously sized gallery and entertaining spaces, a chef-inspired kitchen, wide-plank oak flooring, a mudroom with custom Italian cabinetry, an audiovisual closet with cork board, a secondary residence entry, a full-size vented Whirlpool washer/dryer, pre-wiring for motorized shades, multi-zone heating and cooling, and UV-insulated floor-to-ceiling windows with double exposures. See floor plan and full details here.

One Clinton, #30C
$5,540,000

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 3,184 ft²

One Clinton, #30C (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Residence 30C at One Clinton is a spacious duplex home facing south and west with commanding views across New York Harbor and Lower Manhattan. On the principal floor, a gracious foyer with powder room leads to an expansive corner living room and separate dining area, with 40 linear feet of views through nine 8-foot windows. A separate, windowed kitchen stretches over 20 feet. On the upper level, a corner primary bedroom enjoys two walk-in closets and an en-suite, windowed five-fixture marble clad bath. Two additional bedrooms and full bath along with a laundry room complete the floor. See floor plan and full details here.

1 John Street, #4B
$5,999,999

DUMBO | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,497 ft²

1 John Street, #4B (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: This profound home boasts unparalleled views of the Manhattan Bridge, East River, Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Empire State Building from every angle. As soon as you enter, you'll be captivated by the long gallery hallway which beautifully frames jaw-dropping views towards the bridges and park passed the kitchen islands. The spacious nature of the home combined with its stunning views make it an ideal setting for both entertainment and daily living. WCA Architects have crafted bespoke designs for both the bar and living room, resulting in two exquisitely built-out spaces within this home. The primary bedroom, as well as the second and third bedrooms, offer stunning north-facing views of the Midtown Skyline, Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and East River. See floor plan and full details here.

One Brooklyn Bridge Park, #PH1215
$7,500,000

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,442 ft²

One Brooklyn Bridge Park, #PH1215 (Compass)

From the Listing: Own New York City's dazzling skyline and expansive harbor views. Unobstructed views of Governor's Island, Ellis Island, The Statue of Liberty, and Manhattan's iconic skyline. A two-year renovation was required to convert raw loft space into the most exciting and detail-oriented interiors imaginable. With 10'3' ceilings and an incredible corner expanse for entertaining. Salvaged centuries-old French oak herringbone floors, heavy wooden pocket doors, fossilized marble fireplace mantles, a Lacanche range, waterworks hardware, custom millwork, and finished closets. Inspired by Brooke Astor's famed Park Avenue library, PH1215's signature room is a stunning Hermes orange lacquer library appointed with P.E. Guerin brass, anchored by the cinematic backdrop of Manhattan's skyline. See floor plan and full details here.

Would you like to tour any of these properties?

This is your member's center

Clinton Hill Co-ops, #9B
$700,000

In this article:

Citylights, #35L
$748,000

Kirkman Lofts, #3D
$1,135,000

NOVA, #25B
$1,150,000

388 Bridge Street, #PH49A
$1,850,000

11 Hoyt, #43H
$1,975,000

Toren, #PH3603
$2,100,000

Select which properties are of interest to you:

Two Northside Piers, #11A
$2,359,000

The McCarren, #3
$2,395,000

The Edge South Tower, #5D
$2,600,000

The View at East Coast, #1105
$2,850,000

84 Meserole Avenue, #PH
$3,650,000

The Esquire Building, #6J
$4,650,000

Quay Tower, #15A
$4,950,000

One Clinton, #30C
$5,540,000

1 John Street, #4B
$5,999,999

One Brooklyn Bridge Park, #PH1215
$7,500,000

This is your member's center

In this article:

Select which properties are of interest to you:

Select which properties are of interest to you:

Listings in this article

Tags:

Related Articles

Buy & Sell

Rent

Buildings

Insights

Company