Watch the leaves change color from Riverside Park, Prospect Park, and other gems of greenery from these NYC apartments

By CityRealty Staff | From Great Listings Tuesday, October 4, 2022

Riverside Park as seen from 355 Riverside Drive (Brown Harris Stevens)

As beautiful as it can be to watch the leaves of Central Park change color in the fall, it is far from the only option for enjoying the changing seasons in New York. On the West Side, Riverside Park presents multiple levels of activities and open space. At the opposite end of the city, Tompkins Square Park's abundant trees and Halloween Dog Parade are perfect for spooky season. Over the past 100 years, Bryant Park has gone from an eyesore to the home of outdoor movie nights when it's hot out, a bustling Winter Village when it's cold out, and gorgeous foliage in between. And even when Little Island was still under construction, New Yorkers could still enjoy watching the plantings on the pylons change color.

Moreover, while residents of outer boroughs are required to make a subway trip to visit Central Park, they might not need to with their nearest park. Prospect Park was designed and constructed by the masterminds behind Central Park, and would become so important to the area that it gave a Brooklyn neighborhood its name. The newer Brooklyn Bridge Park offers views of the Manhattan skyline as well as gorgeous greenery. A borough away, Van Cortlandt Park brings over 1,000 acres of green space to the Bronx.

Below, we take a look at listings near other prominent parks throughout New York. If you buy now, you could close in time to enjoy peak foliage (estimated for mid-November, as per the Fall Foliage Report) from your new place.

Tompkins Court, #3E
$1,350,000

East Village | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,050 ft²

Tompkins Court, #3E (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: A gorgeous renovation done by the homeowners combines devotion to style with attention to detail. It's a true two bedroom, and has the generous layout that includes an eat-in-kitchen, dining room, and a spacious living room. There are two full bathrooms, including an en-suite bathroom, a washer / dryer and many windows looking out on a bright and vibrant street one block from the park. The color palette is that of wide plank recycled barn-wood oak floors, white lacquer cabinets and countertops, stainless GE Profile appliances, and exposed red brick. See floor plan and full details here.

La Botanica, #4
$2,975,000

East Village | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,317 ft²

La Botanica, #4 (Douglas Elliman-575)

From the Listing: Designed by DXA Studio, La Botanica offers an exquisite oasis just moments from hip restaurants and shops as well as Tompkins Square Park and countless neighborhood attractions. Residence 4 welcomes you into its open living + kitchen-dining space, gloriously illuminated through a 23-foot-wide, steel-framed glass wall with two French balconies. The eat-in-kitchen is organized around a long rosewood island topped with a minimalist Italian black ceramic countertop, also integrating a suspended black sheath table-a stunning conversation piece in itself. Floor-to-ceiling rosewood pantry cabinets contrast with black Miele appliances. The play of light and dark, polished and matte surfaces continues in the home's private spaces. The sun-drenched primary suite, with its north-facing window wall and balcony, also includes a large walk-in closet with gorgeous built-in rosewood shelving and storage. See floor plan and full details here.

36 Gramercy Park East, #5W
$3,150,000

Gramercy Park | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths | 1,263 ft²

36 Gramercy Park East, #5W (Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.)

From the Listing: In one of New York City's trophy historical landmark pre-war luxury condominium building designed by James Riely Gordon in 1910, Residence 5W is directly facing Gramercy Park and filled with the plenitude of afternoon day light, massive charm and volume. Boasting bay windows, a separate dining area, a fireplace, windowed kitchen and bath, the western line of the building offers 2 split bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms convertible to 2-bathrooms, high-ceilings, original handcrafted moldings, and original wood floors throughout. Its state presents a rare and enormous potential for the future owner to configure at will this timeless Gramercy home and heartwarming scenery you will want to call home in the winter, the spring, summer or fall. See floor plan and full details here.

50 Gramercy Park North, #12A
$4,250,000

Gramercy Park | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,848 ft²

Gramercy Park Hotel, #12A (Douglas Elliman)

From the Listing: Welcome to this breathtaking fully remodeled apartment with spectacular views of Gramercy Park. This unit was designed by the acclaimed British architect, John Pawson, and features floor-to-ceiling windows, oak floors, LeFroy Brooks fixtures, and white lacquered custom cabinetry. Residing in 50 Grammercy Park North also gives you the key to Gramercy Park, the only private park in Manhattan. See floor plan and full details here.

Madison Green, #5J
$2,695,000

Flatiron/Union Square | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,273 ft²

Madison Green, #5J (Compass)

From the Listing: Residence 5J at Madison Green Condominium is a triple-mint, corner two bedroom, two bathroom home with direct Madison Square Park and Flatiron Building views, 1,273 square feet of interior space and a large west-facing balcony. Fresh off a high-end gut renovation, this coveted J line is a sun-drenched corner home that features an expansive open floorplan, an oversized living room, separate dining area, open chef's kitchen with island, a primary suite with a walk-in closet and spa bath, and a generous second bedroom and bathroom all with sunlit open exposures facing the Flatiron Building and Madison Square Park in the heart of the Flatiron District. The windowed chef's kitchen overlooks Madison Square Park and has been customized with gorgeous, custom single slab countertops with seating for five, Bertazzoni and DCS appliances, and bespoke cabinetry with soft close hardware. See floor plan and full details here.

10 Madison Square West, #10F
$6,980,000

Flatiron/Union Square | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 2,818 ft²

10 Madison Square West, #10F (The Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Designed by world-renowned designer Alan Wanzenberg, welcome home to the coveted 10 Madison Square West. With stunning views of Madison Square Park this 2,818-square-foot, 4-bedroom, 4.5-bath residence is impeccably crafted and offers supreme comfort and luxurious livability. The hardwood entry door with custom Nanz hardware is the stunning beginning to experience beyond, where wide-plank white oak floors and 10.7' beamed ceilings; The 10-foot windows add a rich character to each well-balanced room. Just beyond the formal entry foyer the 7-foot wide gallery leads to a spacious great room with an oversized encased window that looks directly onto Madison Square Park. The eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar comes equipped with appointed with classic white SieMatic cabinetry and Bianco Carrara marble, and featuring top-of-the-line appliances. See floor plan and full details here.

Bryant Park Tower, #43DE
$1,350,000 (-28.8%)

Midtown West | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Bryant Park Tower, #43DE (Compass)

From the Listing: This combination corner unit faces northeast with amazing city views including Bryant Park, Central Park, the Chrysler, and Empire State Buildings, as well as the East River. Interiors boast a generous open layout with modern fixtures, bamboo floors, tall ceilings, and oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. No stone was left unturned in the stunning, open chef's kitchen with stunning white marble countertops juxtaposed against oak cabinets, soft-close drawers, and glistening marble backsplash, along with stainless steel appliances including a dishwasher, gas stove, and large refrigerator. See floor plan and full details here.

The Bryant, #19C
$3,275,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,330 ft²

The Bryant, #19C (Keller Williams NYC)

From the Listing: Welcome to 19C - a stunning corner unit with south and west facing 2-bedroom and 2.5-bathroom home situated above Bryant Park. The floor-to-ceiling windows offers Abundant natural light throughout the entire space. The open kitchen includes a Gaggenau cooktop with fully-vented hood, oven, speed oven, dishwasher and refrigerator/freezer. The waterfall island with marble top, wine refrigerator and overhang for extra seating. The bespoke millwork found throughout cleverly conceals storage, washer/dryer in the unit. The primary bedroom with direct Empire State Building and city views includes en-suite bath features full height Statuarietto marble walls, double vanity with marble top, and enclosed wet room with rain shower. See floor plan and full details here.

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The Cliff Dwelling, #904/905
$1,688,000 (-5.6%)

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,200 ft²

The Cliff Dwelling, #904905 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Pre-war meets modern Zen in this meticulously designed 2 bedroom (convertible 3), 2 bath home overlooking Riverside Park. The panoramic Hudson River and park views through 8 massive west facing windows is exceedingly rare. The moment you enter the apartment you are taken away by the flood of light and peacefulness. Watching the seasons change in the comfort of your home will bring on new meaning here. Double French doors give way to the primary bedroom and an ensuite bath. Opposite the den is a creative office space with two built-in desks, bookcases and additional storage. See floor plan and full details here.

355 Riverside Drive, #8W
$2,650,000

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

355 Riverside Drive, #8W (Brown Harris Stevens (WS))

From the Listing: With a gracious layout and 10-foot beamed ceilings, #8W features its three most important rooms directly on Riverside Park and the Hudson River - at the almost perfect elevation and - uniquely - it luxuriates in possessing two west-facing corners. Along with the two corners directly on the park, all 7 rooms face out through 15 oversize windows as this fabulous home wraps from South to West to North. Direct river views from 4 oversized windows are complemented by open views directly south downriver and over beautifully restored legendary Beaux Arts mansions, and direct open views north upriver towards the George Washington Bridge. The side-by-side living room and corner dining room face the river, with the latter also enjoying a south exposure. See floor plan and full details here.

200 East End Avenue, #14E
$830,000

Yorkville | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 950 ft²

200 East End Avenue, #14E (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: This spacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment with a balcony has spectacular, panoramic views over the East River from the living room, dining room and terrace. Sip your morning coffee and watch the sunrise over the river, planes taking off from the airports, and boats sailing by below you. It has a large foyer, four closets, a windowed kitchen and the bedroom has ample room for a king size bed. The monthly maintenance includes electricity, gas, heat and hot water and is wired for Fios. See floor plan and full details here.

Gracie Towers, #14D
$1,895,000

Yorkville | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths

Gracie Towers, #14D (Brown Harris Stevens)

From the Listing: Exceptional natural light beams from this sprawling 3-4 bedroom home with outdoor space overlooking the East River, Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion. Apartment 14D has a gracious floorplan that is unique to 180 East End Avenue having an extra bedroom, office area and bath annexed from an adjoining line creating an expansive and flexible plan. The grand residence is currently configured with 3 large bedrooms and 4.5 baths. The apartment has been recently painted and with some minor upgrades of the bathrooms, it can be enjoyed in its current configuration. See floor plan and full details here.

The Clocktower Building, #10C
$1,875,000

DUMBO | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths | 1,191 ft²

The Clocktower Building, #10C (Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.)

From the Listing: Be sure to not miss out on this highly desired, high floor C-line at the coveted Clock Tower Condominium at 1 Main Street. This rarely available 1,191-square-foot, 1-bedroom (easily converted to a two bedroom), 1.5-bath sits eye level with the Manhattan Bridge, gazes upon the East River, Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Manhattan Skyline and has some of the best views that DUMBO has to offer. Upon entry, you will immediately be drawn to the massive, oversized windows that flood the loft with natural light, the soaring concrete beamed ceilings and the beautifully refinished hardwood flooring. The living area is expansive and can easily be set up many different ways to best fit your lifestyle. Currently, there is a living room area, dining area, a built-in desk nook with an amazing view, and plenty of room for barstool seating at the kitchen island. See floor plan and full details here.

Quay Tower, #15E
$2,125,000

Brooklyn Heights | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,214 ft²

Quay Tower, #15E (Serhant)

From the Listing: Welcome to Quay Tower, an incomparable residential development that redefines waterfront living in Brooklyn Heights. With stunning front-row views of the Manhattan skyline, New York Harbor and Downtown Brooklyn, Quay Tower creates an astonishing opportunity to experience a luxury lifestyle in one of the city's most exclusive neighborhoods. With 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms spread across 1,214 square feet, this amazing residence enjoys private high-speed elevator access into the grand entry foyer, generously sized entertaining space, a chef-inspired kitchen, a mudroom with custom Italian cabinetry, an audiovisual closet with cork board, 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 eastern exposure. See floor plan and full details here.

145 Prospect Park West, #2F
$1,288,000

Park Slope | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath | 770 ft²

145 Prospect Park West, #2F (Compass)

From the Listing: Living across from Prospect Park gives you the most dramatic park views from every room. This 2-bed/1-bath condo has been fully renovated, brand-new, never lived in. Just one flight up to your luxurious, lavish unit on Prospect Park West with beautiful sunny park views. As you enter the amazing gallery entrance with beautiful porcelain tile floors throughout the home and soaring ceilings, you see the park greenery. To the right you have a great room with the only Juliet balcony in the building facing east overlooking the park. As you enter to the left you have a gourmet chef's kitchen, equipped with brand new stainless steel appliances, an oversized island to seat 4-5, and window in kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.

The Berkeley, #6B
$1,595,000

Park Slope | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

The Berkeley, #6B (The Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Available for the first time, residence 6B presents a rare opportunity to wake up with the sun rising over Grand Army Plaza and go to bed as it sets over New York Harbor. Entering the residence, the hallway provides two oversized closets. Immediately to the left is the first of three bedrooms. Within, the south and west-facing windows offer sweeping views of Park Slope and New York Harbor. The windowed kitchen has been renovated from tip to toe: recessed lighting, all new cabinetry, tile backsplash, Caesarstone countertops and broad floor-tiles. In addition to the extensive work in front of the walls, the electric wiring has been completely replaced and a new breaker-panel installed. Sponsor unit - there is no board approval required for purchase. See floor plan and full details here.

6200 Riverdale Avenue, #7J
$235,000

Riverdale | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

6200 Riverdale Avenue, #7J (Bohemia Realty Group, LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome to 6200 Riverdale Ave, a gorgeous cooperative in northern Riverdale, one of the Bronx's most sought-after neighborhoods. Once inside, the apartment features a spacious layout and updated kitchen as well as multiple closets and stunning views of NYC's very own Van Cortlandt Park. Just a short fifteen drive from Manhattan, you won't be far from the hustle and bustle all the while still enjoying the relaxation of a suburban lifestyle. See floor plan and full details here.

318 West 232nd Street, #12H
$410,000

Kingsbridge Heights | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths | 1,200 ft²

318 West 232nd Street, #12H (Sovereign Associates, Inc)

From the Listing: Welcome to your new home that you can redesign with your vision. As you walk in, you'll get the sense of a warm and inviting feeling. The home offers a large kitchen with breakfast nook area where you can enjoy your morning meal/coffee with a park view. The primary bedroom has a half bath that includes a sink and toilet and large closet space. Each bedroom can accommodate any size bed and/or convert one of the three to your personal office space. See floor plan and full details here.

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Tompkins Court, #3E
$1,350,000

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La Botanica, #4
$2,975,000

36 Gramercy Park East, #5W
$3,150,000

50 Gramercy Park North, #12A
$4,250,000

Madison Green, #5J
$2,695,000

10 Madison Square West, #10F
$6,980,000

Bryant Park Tower, #43DE
$1,350,000 (-28.8%)

The Bryant, #19C
$3,275,000

Select which properties are of interest to you:

The Cliff Dwelling, #904/905
$1,688,000 (-5.6%)

355 Riverside Drive, #8W
$2,650,000

200 East End Avenue, #14E
$830,000

Gracie Towers, #14D
$1,895,000

The Clocktower Building, #10C
$1,875,000

Quay Tower, #15E
$2,125,000

145 Prospect Park West, #2F
$1,288,000

The Berkeley, #6B
$1,595,000

6200 Riverdale Avenue, #7J
$235,000

318 West 232nd Street, #12H
$410,000

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