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Liberty Tower, #PH32 (The Corcoran Group) Liberty Tower, #PH32 (The Corcoran Group)
When most people picture a typical New York City apartment, they tend to imagine either a high-rise with sweeping city views or a walk-up in a charming prewar building. Ground-level apartments rarely figure into the popular imagination, but are nevertheless part of the city's real estate landscape. While these apartments have certain advantages, including private entrances and outdoor space for some lucky residents, they are not necessarily for everyone. Ground-floor units have less light, less spectacular views, and more street noise and odors by default. Additionally, at a time when the effects of climate change are past ignoring, these apartments are most vulnerable to flooding and water damage.

From July 5-11, 2023, a total of 272 sales listings throughout New York experienced price reductions. A selection of notable listings, many ground-floor units among them, may be found below. Please be advised that all figures quoted reflect cumulative price cuts as opposed to the most recent reductions.

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The Promenade, 530 East 76th Street
The Promenade, 530 East 76th Street Lenox Hill
The Chelsea Enclave, 177 Ninth Avenue
The Chelsea Enclave, 177 Ninth Avenue Chelsea
45 East 82nd Street
45 East 82nd Street Carnegie Hill
49 East 12th Street
49 East 12th Street Greenwich Village
Liberty Tower, 55 Liberty Street
Liberty Tower, 55 Liberty Street Financial District
Living room with balcony access 80 Central Park West, #17GH (Compass)
Bedroom with city views
City views
From the Listing: Perched on the 17th floor at 80 Central Park West is this wonderfully bright and unique 2-bedroom, 2-bath home with a lovely balcony, compelling open views and a very flexible floorplan. Enter to a foyer lined with closets which nicely separates the primary suite from the entertaining space and small second bedroom, currently a home office. Graced with open northern city views and terrific light, the living room has a wall of windows and access to the balcony through a floor to ceiling glass door. Tucked away is the efficient windowed kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and ample cabinet space. The corner primary suite has open views north and west providing terrific light throughout the day and a hallway of closets on the back wall that creates a private dressing area. See floor plan and full details here.

20-West-64th-Street-01 One Lincoln Plaza, #29K (Douglas Elliman)
Windowed dining area with open kitchen
Central Park views
From the Listing: Beautiful, glamorous, high floor, two bedroom, two and a half bath (half bath currently converted to a closet) in the iconic, full service, One Lincoln Plaza condominium! North views (including a large expanse of Central Park) from large dining area, windowed eat-in kitchen, and primary bedroom. Abundant closets throughout. Bring your architect and your designer to this diamond in the rough! See floor plan and full details here.

960-Park-Avenue-01 The Norma, #1B (Compass)
Foyer with arched entryways
Open kitchen
From the Listing: Located one floor above street level, and one of only two apartments on its floor, this apartment features a 24-foot entry gallery, beautiful living room, 10-foot ceilings, arched doorways, custom molding, wainscoting, wall sconces and hardwood flooring. There is a formal dining room with pass through Snaidero kitchen and service entry, stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and washer dryer. Amenities include an attended lobby, fitness center, central laundry room, and basement storage. See floor plan and full details here.

25-Sutton-Place-Sourth-01 Cannon Point North, #20I (Sotheby's International Realty)
Bedroom with partial river views
River views
From the Listing: Perched high on the 20th floor with direct river views, this sun flooded apartment enjoys eastern and southern exposures. The layout is functionally perfect with a very large living room which can accommodate a comfortably sized dining area. There is a nice separation of space between the living room and bedroom. When you awaken in this spacious bedroom, you see the East River and light. There is an en suite bathroom, a powder room and closets galore. Bring your architect or designer to customize the apartment to your taste. See floor plan and full details here.

327-Central-Park-West-01 The Kenmare, #14C (Brown Harris Stevens)
Foyer with closets
Bedroom with windows and closet
From the Listing: This exceptionally large, recently renovated one-bedroom with a bonus windowed room that can serve as an office, den, or small bedroom has fantastic closet space - three spacious closets in the entry hall and a huge walk-in closet in the bedroom! The apartment boasts prewar details like high beamed ceilings, arched doorways, solid oak hardwood floors, and a gallery entrance. The open kitchen has been renovated with wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and a stone backsplash. The bedroom is extra-large and faces north with beautiful northeastern Central Park views. See floor plan and full details here.

327-East-22nd-Street-01 Gramercy Gates, #3B (Compass)
Bedroom with oversized windows
Primary bath with high-end finishes
From the Listing: Unit 3B is a sunny and quiet 24’ wide floor-through residence with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, 1,345 interior square feet, and 34 exterior square feet. Features include dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, north and south exposures, and a Juliet balcony accessed from the living room!. The open chef’s kitchen features beautiful natural quartz countertops and ’Desert Oak" cabinetry by Shinoki. The kitchen appliances and washer-dryer are by Miele, and the kitchen and bathroom fixtures are all by Grohe. The luxurious ensuite primary bathroom walls and floors are clad with large matte-finished slabs by Florim of Italy. For a limited time on select units, sponsor will pay one year’s worth of real estate taxes and common charges. See floor plan and full details here.

45-East-82nd-Street-01 45 East 82nd Street, #10W (Coldwell Banker Warburg)
Chef's kitchen with center island
Bedroom with oversized windows
From the Listing: This iconic classic nine residence boasts grand prewar rooms, has a gracious floor plan, generous and beautifully proportioned rooms, and nearly 10-foot ceilings. As you step into the foyer from the landing, you will be captivated by the 22 feet deep by 18 feet wide living room. There’s a formal dining room on one side and the library/den on the other side of the living room. The separate bedroom wing has three generous bedrooms, and the staff rooms can serve as additional bedrooms, double home offices, or a home gym. There are deep closets throughout the apartment, and a basement storage unit transfers with the apartment at no extra fee. See floor plan and full details here.

2150-Broadway-01 Laureate, #8D (Nest Seekers LLC)
Kitchen and adjacent dining area
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Juliet balcony overlooking the Upper West Side
From the Listing: This spectacular residence is a nod to old New York glamour housed in a modern luxury apartment complex fully outfitted with contemporary comforts. This exquisitely finished apartment features stained walnut hardwood floors, custom moldings, and sound-abatement windows throughout. The generous foyer leads into a spacious hallway cum gallery space that branches alternately into the great room and dining area or the living quarters and primary bedroom. With charming French doors in the Great Room, the attached Juliet balcony is the perfect space to take in lively views of Broadway or cultivate sun-loving houseplants. Walk towards these doors and then turn right to find yourself in the spacious, sunny dining room with kitchen, designed by Deborah Burke, attached. See floor plan and full details here.

880-Fifth-Avenue-01 880 Fifth Avenue, #14B (Brown Harris Stevens)
Separate kitchen
Home office with private balcony
From the Listing: Welcomed into a gracious foyer clad in marble, you will be instantly drawn toward the large wall of windows towering above Central Park. The front of the apartment houses a grand living room and second bedroom presently utilized as an inviting library. The formal dining room is adjacent to a wet bar with custom cabinetry. The windowed kitchen has been lovingly maintained and offers granite countertops. In addition to tremendous views and space, 14B uniquely features a darling outdoor perch from which to enjoy morning coffee, afternoon tea or simply a breath of fresh air. Storage unit transfers at no extra cost. See floor plan and full details here.

90-Riverside-Drive-01 90 Riverside Drive, #1B (Douglas Elliman)
Entrance foyer
Windowed kitchen
From the Listing: This sprawling, lobby-level home offers enormous living and dining rooms, the ability to have four very spacious and sunny bedrooms with south and or west exposures, a windowed kitchen with a large butler’s pantry, washer/dryer, and an attic-sized room offering an abundance of storage with endless possibilities. Additional features are an elegant foyer, three full bathrooms, soaring ceilings, and hardwood floors. See floor plan and full details here.

177-Ninth-Avenue-01 The Chelsea Enclave, #2A (Compass)
Dining area and open kitchen with treetop views
Private terrace
From the Listing: This sophisticated and timeless 4-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home sits on the entirety of the western edge of the Chelsea Enclave, offering south, west, and north exposures, providing a truly unique haven in the heart of New York City’s bustling West Chelsea. Upon entering, the grand windowed foyer leads to a well-appointed, eat-in kitchen with black absolute granite countertops, white oak cabinetry, and high-end appliances. The formal dining room and expansive living room showcase floor-to-ceiling windows, framing the picturesque surroundings. Off of the kitchen, there is an additional 133-square-foot private terrace affording views of The Close, a landmarked garden on the grounds of the General Theological Seminary. See floor plan and full details here.

530-East-27th-Street-01 The Promenade, #27CD (Douglas Elliman)
Renovated kitchen
Bedroom with water views
From the Listing: Split bedroom layout with amazing living room, dining room space all with beautiful open river, park and city views from three exposures-north, east and west. The kitchen has been expanded and fully renovated with Jenn-Air refrigerator, two Jenn-Air ovens, two Asko dishwashers, Bosch cooktop and Maytag commercial microwave, amazing cabinet and pantry storage, granite floors and countertops, eat-in island with chairs. Laundry with vented Bosch washer and dryer with upgraded installation featuring water shutoff protection from leaks. Additional features include 9’ ceilings, large private balcony, expanded and custom closets throughout the apartment, large windows showcasing dramatic views from every room. See floor plan and full details here.

49-East-12th-Street-01 49 East 12th Street, #5D (Elegran)
Windowed kitchen
Lower-level bedroom
From the Listing: This duplex home is tucked away in the heart of Union Square / Greenwich Village. Beautifully renovated with exposed brick, a wood-burning fireplace, and a common roof deck all merge together to make this a perfect place to experience the finest New York City can offer. The building has a live-in super, elevator, laundry room and video intercom. See floor plan and full details here.

499-Dean-Street-01 499 Dean Street, #1A (Keller Williams NYC)
Eat-in kitchen
Private garden
From the Listing: Nestled conveniently on the border or Boerum Hill and Prospect Heights, this gorgeous duplex has three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a private yard. As you walk into the unit, you are met with a a large modern chefs kitchen with full stainless steel appliances, a vented gas range stove/oven, a sleekly hidden dishwasher and an abundance of recently refinished upper and lower cabinet storage. Step through the spacious dining area, that can accommodate a 12-person formal dining table and you are in the comfort of your large living room space. See floor plan and full details here.

55-Liberty-Street-01 Liberty Tower, #PH32 (The Corcoran Group)
Dining area with open kitchen and sloped wall
Bedroom with generous closet space
From the Listing: This one-of-a-kind penthouse encompasses the entire 32nd floor and its spectacular views stretch 180 degrees from the East River and south over the Wall Street canyon to the Hudson River - an extremely rare find, with gargoyles at eye-level outside every window. The welcoming foyer leads into an expansive living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace, nooks, an office and a home theater. The sleek, windowed chef’s kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and cabinets opens onto the light-filled dining room. The grand primary bedroom is outfitted with exceptional built-in closets and hidden storage and has a windowed en suite bath. Other attributes include vaulted ceilings, rooms with the dramatic slopes of a garret, hardwood and marble flooring as well as an in-unit washer dryer. See floor plan and full details here.

237-Devoe-Street-01 237 Devoe Street, #1F (The Corcoran Group)
From the Listing: Duplex Residence 1F features a private garden and bonus room, 11-foot ceilings, large windows, spacious living area, and 5" wide walnut wood floors. The open kitchen features Bertazzoni stoves, stainless steel appliances, custom-made kitchen cabinets, and grey carrera marble countertops. The main bath features a deep soaking tub with Hansgrohe fixtures. The apartment also has central air, washer and dryer, and virtual doorman service. Listed common charges reflect a credit from the sponsor. See floor plan and full details here.

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