What is a maisonette? See beautiful examples with private outdoor space

By CityRealty Staff | From Future New York Tuesday, June 20, 2023

Maisonette apartment with private outdoor space (La Maison, #MAISONETTE - Compass)

As Covid vaccinations became widely available and New York fully reopened, some of the people who fled the city in favor of a suburban house with a yard experienced buyer's remorse with their new purchase. These buyers might have been better advised to make the switch to a maisonette apartment in the city. Taken from the French term for "little house," these homes are found on the lower levels of their buildings and can be accessed directly from the street, allowing owners to avoid the main building entrance in a time of social distancing.

Maisonettes aren't necessarily for everyone. Even in the most carefully constructed new building, ground-floor units have less light and more traffic noise by default. Some people might resent having everyone else in the building walk by their front door. At a time when the effects of climate change are past ignoring, ground-floor apartments are at greatest risk of flooding and water damage. Finally, if you want to look out the window and see the iconic New York skyline, you've picked the wrong home.

At the same time, there are certain advantages to a maisonette apartment. This type of home tends to enjoy more square footage, which leads to a more flexible floor plan, than the neighbors above. In the case of a new class of boutique condominiums, residents can truly have everything by having a layout similar to that of a private house and access to an array of building amenities and services. This includes a private backyard or patio -- a highly coveted amenity at any time of year, but one especially at a premium as summer begins and buildings' common roof decks, courtyards, and outdoor kitchens are likely to get crowded.

20 Saint Johns Place, #GDN
$650,000

Park Slope | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1,000 ft²

20 Saint Johns Place, #GDN (Brown Harris Stevens Brooklyn LLC)

From the Listing: Substantial south facing garden apartment in the heart of Park Slope! This large one-bedroom has a wood-burning fireplace, washer/dryer in unit and is pet friendly. The southern backyard is 47' deep. The garden apartment has its own private entrance, boiler and thermostat for ultimate comfort and control. See floor plan and full details here.

79 Perry Street, #1B
$850,000

West Village | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

79 Perry Street, #1B (Compass)

From the Listing: Spacious and charming garden apartment in a boutique 11-unit prewar coop on one of the most photographed blocks in the West Village Historic District! Sunlight streams into the comfortable living room, showing off terracotta floors and a spectacular wall of custom bookshelves. The eat-in windowed kitchen, designed with a touch of rustic charm, features stainless Frigidaire appliances, ample cabinets and plenty of counter space. A spacious and peaceful en suite bedroom easily accommodates a queen sized bed, and comes with a large closet and wood floors. The back door of the apartment leads to the shady, quiet garden, used exclusively by residents of this unit and featuring plantings, a lovely brick patio with a dining table, and beautiful new bespoke brick wall. See floor plan and full details here.

132 East 19th Street, #1W
$850,000

Gramercy Park | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

132 East 19th Street, #1W (Compass)

From the Listing: This charming prewar one-bedroom, with its own private outdoor patio and garden, is a rare find. The peaceful living space offers a real break from the city with an open living room and kitchen and adjacent outdoor space. The kitchen is compact but functional with an electric cooktop, refrigerator/freezer with ice maker and a convection oven/microwave. A renovated marble bathroom, quiet bedroom, decorative fireplace and hallway entry complete the comfortable layout. See floor plan and full details here.

467 Tompkins Avenue, #1
$895,000 (-14.8%)

Bedford-Stuyvesant | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 950 ft²

467 Tompkins Avenue, #1 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Unit 1 is a sunny 2-bed, 2-bath with almost 11' ceilings, a home office, and large 700-square-foot private backyard! This home's clever layout allows for a dining area, bar or office area and a great living room. The kitchen is spacious and classic in design with white custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances and marbled Caesarstone counters and backsplash. Bathrooms are also timeless classic spaces with large format marbled tile floors and walls, deep tubs, and extra wide custom white vanities with stylish lighting. See floor plan and full details here.

1421 Hancock Street, #GARDEN
$1,150,000

Bushwick | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths

1421 Hancock Street, #GARDEN (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: The Garden Unit is approximately 1,521 square feet with two bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. It is also a duplex with a full backyard, finished basement, washer and dryer, and closets everywhere, including in the living room! A large bay window in the front of the home adds depth and extra light to the already expansive living room. The kitchen has full-size Bertazzoni appliances and an extra large breakfast bar. The dining area can hold a large table and the living room is kept bright with three bay windows facing tree lined Hancock Street. Down a quiet hallway, two bedrooms face the garden, including a primary bedroom with en suite bathroom. The spacious cellar, with half bathroom and access to the backyard is the perfect place for a media room, office or home gym! See full details here.

684 Washington Street, #BA
$1,295,000

West Village | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

684 Washington Street, #BA (Compass)

From the Listing: This newly renovated, loft-style one-bedroom, one-bathroom maisonette is truly exceptional. Located on the charming cobblestone street of Charles Lane in the desirable West Village, the apartment boasts a private entrance and a spacious private terrace. The apartment has been meticulously renovated with great care and features an open kitchen that seamlessly flows into the dining and living areas. The kitchen is equipped with high-end Kitchen Aid appliances, Cesar stone countertops, and a Bosch washer/dryer. Additional features of the apartment include beautiful oak floors, recessed lighting, an enormous walk-in closet that could easily function as a home office, and a luxurious marble bathroom with a shower stall. See floor plan and full details here.

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142 East 37th Street, #MAISONETTE
$1,295,000

Murray Hill | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

142 East 37th Street, #MAISONETTE (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Located in a quaint 19th century townhouse, this charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom maisonette includes its own private entrance and garden. A generously sized entry foyer is outfitted with a built-in desk that opens into a living room with an exposed brick wall, and double-paned windows with north, south and east exposures. A newly renovated open kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a dishwasher, and plenty of storage. The primary bedroom features a fireplace, an enormous glass-enclosed shower, and a custom closet. Directly off the kitchen is your own private garden with plenty of room for entertaining and dining al fresco. See floor plan and full details here.

753 East 5th Street, #1A
$1,399,000 (-6.7%)

East Village | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 900 ft²

753 East 5th Street, #1A (Serhant LLC)

From the Listing: Introducing an exquisite duplex maisonette in Manhattan's Alphabet City, offering a rare opportunity to own a luxurious residence in the heart of the East Village. This property boasts a unique private entrance, two breathtaking outdoor spaces, and private parking for up to two vehicles. The sun-filled interior features pristine hardwood floors, efficient wall-through air conditioning, and a vented washer/dryer for your convenience. As you enter the apartment through a private gated entrance, you will be greeted by an inviting open living area, where south and west-facing windows fill the space with natural light. The first floor also features a beautifully renovated kitchen with top-of-the-line GE appliances, a Viking range, and the first of two full bathrooms. The second floor is equally impressive, featuring a bright living space with a door leading to an additional private terrace. See floor plan and full details here.

100 West 78th Street, #1B
$1,495,000

Broadway Corridor | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

100 West 78th Street, #1B (Coldwell Banker Warburg)

From the Listing: Welcome home through your own gated maisonette entrance to this 2-bedroom, 1 ½ bath (second full bath can be added) triplex apartment with a good-sized windowed galley kitchen, a separate dining room and an oversized living room. Upon arrival, you are greeted to an opening to the double-height living room with oversized windows. The kitchen provides plenty of space for storage and the adjacent dining room has custom floor-to-ceiling pecan and walnut bookshelves that also contain a buffet area. Up the hardwood stairs you will find two generous sized bedrooms with a bathroom and ample closet space. On the bottom floor there is the “great” living room with working fireplace, home office and half bath. The apartment has 2 private outdoor spaces: one at the entry and the other to the west side of the maisonette gate. See floor plan and full details here.

The Turnure House, #GARDEN
$1,750,000 (-6.7%)

Murray Hill | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

The Turnure House, #GARDEN (Compass)

From the Listing: Entering through a picturesque front patio and your own gated entryway, this wonderful garden home in a charming brownstone awaits. A gallery hallway leads to the expansive open concept living/dining room and stunningly renovated kitchen. Exposed brick, gas fireplace highlights the large living area with a bay window showing off the private outdoor rear patio. The extra-large primary bedroom is the perfect sanctuary with a mantled, gas fireplace with remote control. Two arched windows add the character and charm with a second set of noise canceling, double pane, soundproof windows for a restful night sleep. The amazing private outdoor space allows for intimate relaxing, full dinners with friends, or holiday gatherings. See floor plan and full details here.

1080 Lorimer Street, #1G
$1,750,000

Greenpoint | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,280 ft²

1080 Lorimer Street, #1G (Serhant LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome to this brand new split 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with 646-square-foot private terrace oasis at 1080 Lorimer! Southern and eastern exposure illuminates airy interiors with that exude modern sophistication and elegance. Beautiful 5-inch-wide European oak floors complement 10' ceilings, gallery-style walls, and double-paned thermally-broken steel casement windows which all look out onto your private terrace. The kitchen is equipped with an eat-in Atlantic gray marble waterfall peninsula, Cambria countertops and backsplash, custom cabinets with matte black pulls, PABLO pendant lighting, Hansgrohe fixtures, and a suite of fully integrated Bosch appliances. The terrace comes equipped with a gas grilling station, electricity and water bib, making the space perfect for alfresco dining, sun lounging, urban gardening, and more. See floor plan and full details here.

208 Delancey Street, #1D
$1,975,000 (-4.4%)

Lower East Side | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,243 ft²

208 Delancey Street, #1D (Compass)

From the Listing: Residence 1D is a 1,243-square-foot 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom duplex home with a 414-square-foot private exterior space. With high-end Miele finishes, a dishwasher, and an in-unit Miele washer and dryer. This residence features wide plank 8-inch European Oak flooring, ceiling heights of up to 9 feet, and triple pane oversized windows which simultaneously provide natural light and reduced noise capabilities. The living room opens up to a private 414-square-foot terrace with enough room for dining and lounging areas. See full details here.

The Lumiere, #MAISG
$2,150,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,371 ft²

The Lumiere, #MAISG (Compass)

From the Listing: This gorgeous two-bedroom duplex maisonette within a luxury condominium has its own private patio and entrance, and its own private outdoor garden with a hot tub! The upper floor faces north and features an open kitchen with stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, garbage disposal, vented microwave and Calacutta Gold marble countertops. The spacious living and dining area is perfect for entertaining guests and leads to a patio with its own private entrance. The bedroom on the upper level is king-sized, north-facing with a wall of closets, adjacent to a full marble bathroom with deep soaking tub and separate stall shower. Best of all, the lower level provides access to a private yard featuring a hot tub and facing the building's Zen garden! See floor plan and full details here.

Iron Lofts, #MAIS
$2,995,000

Chelsea | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,584 ft²

Iron Lofts, #MAIS (Compass)

From the Listing: This impressive duplex loft in a landmarked building is entered directly from the lobby and opens to a grandly-proportioned living area with extraordinarily high ceilings up to 12 feet. The open kitchen offers top-of-the-line appliances from Miele and Sub-Zero and are tastefully incorporated into locally-milled cabinetry. Wide-planked floors of smoked Austrian oak stretch to oversized matte-black steel casement windows, and continue panelling exposed brick walls beneath adjustable recessed cove lighting. Down the architectural wrap stair, spacious and serene bedrooms each include elegant en-suite baths and generous closet space. Each bedroom also opens to a secret back patio with high brick walls. See floor plan and full details here.

La Maison, #MAISONETTE
$3,850,000 (-3.6%)

Midtown East | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,728 ft²

La Maison, #MAISONETTE (Compass)

From the Listing: This triplex residence features three bedrooms and three and a half baths, spanning across the second floor, garden level, and lower level of this boutique condominium. Every aspect of the living experience has been meticulously considered to provide a luxurious ambiance, with exceptional features including floor-to-ceiling double pane windows, custom lighting, a zoned Mitsubishi HVAC system, and French-engineered oak floors. The garden level showcases a state-of-the-art Brazilian Florense kitchen, with top-of-the-line appliances by Bosch and Liebherr, Caesarstone countertops, and a breakfast bar opening into a large great room that serves as a living and dining area. The open plan of the space, combined with its gas fireplace and access to a spacious garden, make it the perfect setting for gatherings and entertainment. A chic circular staircase leads to the bedrooms on the second floor or down to the fully finished lower level, which has garden access, storage, and a powder room. Upstairs on the second floor are three main bedrooms, all of which are pin-drop quiet. See floor plan and full details here.

Gracie Green, #MAISONETTE
$3,995,000

Yorkville | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 2,756 ft²

Gracie Green, #MAISONETTE (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: The Maisonette at Gracie Green is a spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath, duplex totaling 1,401 square feet with 1,701 square feet of private outdoor space. The excellently designed layout is flooded with natural light from the floor-to-ceiling French casement inswing windows - paired with high ceilings and solid white oak flooring throughout. The open layout makes entertaining stress-free with ample space for living and dining with a massive terrace off of the living room. The beautifully crafted kitchen features natural Montclair Danby marble across the countertops and oversized island, white lacquer cabinetry, outfitted with a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf gas range, and Miele dishwasher. The spacious primary bedroom suite configuration acts as a secluded sanctuary with an ample walk-in closet, and spa-like ensuite bath. See floor plan and full details here.

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20 Saint Johns Place, #GDN
$650,000

79 Perry Street, #1B
$850,000

132 East 19th Street, #1W
$850,000

467 Tompkins Avenue, #1
$895,000 (-14.8%)

1421 Hancock Street, #GARDEN
$1,150,000

684 Washington Street, #BA
$1,295,000

Select which properties are of interest to you:

142 East 37th Street, #MAISONETTE
$1,295,000

753 East 5th Street, #1A
$1,399,000 (-6.7%)

100 West 78th Street, #1B
$1,495,000

The Turnure House, #GARDEN
$1,750,000 (-6.7%)

1080 Lorimer Street, #1G
$1,750,000

208 Delancey Street, #1D
$1,975,000 (-4.4%)

The Lumiere, #MAISG
$2,150,000

Iron Lofts, #MAIS
$2,995,000

La Maison, #MAISONETTE
$3,850,000 (-3.6%)

Gracie Green, #MAISONETTE
$3,995,000

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