Laps of Luxury: NYC listings and buildings with private outdoor pools

By CityRealty Staff | From Future New York Friday, July 17, 2020

(Sotheby's)

On August 1, 15 of New York's 53 public pools will open across the five boroughs to allow for some semblance of a swimming season in the time of the coronavirus pandemic. Visitors will be required to wear masks when they are not in the water, stay six feet apart in and out of the pool, and limit group sizes. But for those not comfortable with this new normal, a private unit pool or a common rooftop pool can provide a resplendent alternative.

5 East 17th Street, Unit PH via Compass

"I think the use of private pools as an amenity has expanded into a must-have within the super-luxe market," Jonathan Miller, the president and CEO of Miller Samuel, told CityRealty. "Twenty years ago the smell of chlorine permeated townhouses with pools located inside the structure, most commonly in the basement. Chemicals and equipment have evolved and that is no longer the case."

"Structural engineering has also improved greatly, allowing for taller buildings and the support of the significant additional weight this amenity requires," Miller adds. "Pools for individual apartments and townhouses within existing properties -- but more commonly the latter -- don't seem to have a significant impact on value because it is a considered a highly personalized amenity. However, as the super luxury new development trend of including them is just getting started it may become a key amenity."

For uber-luxe buyers seeking any-time-of-day swims, below are some buildings offering apartments with pools: For those with less than a blockbuster budget, we mixed in some co-op and condo buildings with shared amenity pools too.

240 Park Avenue South, PH's private pool (Sotheby's International)

↓ 240 Park Avenue South, #PENTHOUSE – $30,000,000

Condo | 3 beds, 4.5 baths

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Duplex penthouse encompasses the entire top floor and boasts the most stunning private pool in all of Manhattan, thirty feet long with infinity glass wall and constructed of custom blue mosaic Bisazza tile. Upon entry, the striking marble wall leads one toward the Great Room with 24' ceilings, 6 massive picture windows, a porthole window looking into the pool, gas fireplace and flat screen TV cleverly hidden behind a piece of art and accessible with the touch of a button. The windowed kitchen includes a 17' long Gra Bla Marble Island and Gaggenau appliances. The private, south-facing master suite boasts a private library, 13.5' ceilings, 5 grand windows, custom millwork featuring floating master bed and gracious dressing room with oak closets and interior leather detail finishes. See full details here.

↓ Brooklyn Point, 138 Willoughby Street | Downtown Brooklyn | Condo

10 condos available from $975K - $5M

Brooklyn Point, a new standard of luxury living in Downtown Brooklyn. The 68-story tower includes a selection of studio to three bedroom luxury apartments and over 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities, including the highest rooftop infinity pool in the Western Hemisphere. Brooklyn Point is the first and only for-sale residential property at City Point the largest food, shopping, and entertainment destination in Brooklyn.

↓ 5 East 17th Street, #PH – $25,000,000

Condo | 4 beds, 4.5 baths | 6,000 ft²

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Floor-through penthouse loft spans an entire city block and is topped by two sky decks with gorgeous sky and city views, private pool area, barbecue, and fire pit. Inside, the oversized living room boasts 12' ceilings, 30' southerly window wall with electronic shades, and statuary wood-burning fireplace that makes a statement. A high-tech private screening area comes equipped with a hidden 100" electronic screen, a custom coffered ceiling, and specialty lighting. See full details here.

↓ One Museum Mile, 1280 Fifth Avenue | East Harlem | Condo

8 apartments available from $2.1M - $15.5M

One Museum Mile was designed by Robert A.M. Stern and built by Bruce Brickman and Sidney Fetner in 2010. As residents enter, they are greeted with a stunning 44-foot long alabaster-inspired art glass wall installation by Weil Studio and famed architect Andre Kikoski who also designed the building's interiors. Central Park is your backyard with the Conservatory Garden and Harlem Meer just steps away.

The white glove service in this condominium cannot be surpassed with 24-hour doorman, on-site resident manager, and concierge services, two stunning landscaped roof decks with grills and a heated outdoor pool which rivals SoHo House. There is a newly renovated residents' lounge with fireplace, a state-of-the-art fitness center, children's playroom, teen room, poker/card/game room, 20-seat formal dining room with Central Park views, a fully equipped catering kitchen, bicycle storage, cold storage, and an on-site garage. One Museum Mile provides convenient access to world-famous Museums, restaurants, and shopping, as well as the best private schools, hospitals, and the 2,3,4 and 6 subway lines and multiple bus lines.

↓ Charlie West, 505 West 43rd Street | Midtown West | Condo

12 apartments available from $865K - $5.3M

Located at 505 West 43rd Street, Charlie West is a contemporary addition to Manhattan's historic neighborhood of Hell's Kitchen. World-renowned architect ODA and award-winning interior designer Lemay & Escobar deliver a two-tower masterpiece to this thriving, vibrant neighborhood. The elegant, double-height lobby is complimented by a charming lounge that includes a curated library and intimate fireplace that will captivate you from the moment you enter. Between the two towers is a beautifully manicured garden providing residents an oasis to relax and unwind.

Amenities totaling over 6,000 SF also include a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor/outdoor heated pool, children's playroom, convenient bike storage and a stunning, furnished terrace. Charlie West offers a range Studio to Penthouse residences in the heart of Manhattan of which many include substantial terraces and balconies commanding skyline views.

↓ 172 Madison, 172 Madison Avenue, #MANSION – $11,000,000

Condo | 4 beds, 4.5 baths | 2,958 ft²

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Full-floor mansion is surrounded by a wraparound terrace with an additional 3,000 square feet of outdoor space, including a heated 50 foot private swimming pool. Upon arriving in the living room, one is blown away by the 18 foot ceilings, the floor to ceiling wrap around windows, the beautiful white oak floors, and the expansive open layout, all overlooking the private swimming pool and terrace. The open kitchen features top of the line Miele appliances and sleek white cabinetry. Each of the bedrooms offer ample space and privacy, along with generous walk-in closets, full en suite baths, and direct terrace access. See full details here.

↓ 133 West 22nd Street | Chelsea | Condo

4 apartments available from $1.6M - $2.5M

Douglas Elliman

This A+ financially sound and pet-friendly building features a backyard outdoor pool; a beautifully landscaped rooftop deck complete with two grills, cabanas, and outdoor shower; full-time doorman and live-in super; a large private gym with a sauna and showers; and has a parking garage directly accessible from the basement.

Close to Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Fairway, Eataly and Madison Square Park, plus all the area's best restaurants and nightlife. Truly luxury living at its finest, combined with low monthly carrying costs!

↓ The St. Tropez, 340 East 64th Street, | Lenox Hill | Condo

10 apartments available from $975K - $5M

↓ The St. Tropez, 340 East 64th Street, #11N – $1,800,000

Condo | 2 beds, 2 baths | 1,300 sq/ ft/

Japanese inspired mint condition 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo in Lenox Hill. This beautiful and original unit combines Asian design details with modern conveniences. The living room/dining room with south facing windows features a stunning traditional Japanese tatami room with shoji screen doors; a versatile bonus room that can be used for relaxation, meditation, study, or even as a guest bedroom.

The St. Tropez, one of Manhattan's first condominiums, is a full service luxury building with 24-hour doorman, concierge, a fitness center, outdoor pool, children's room, social room, laundry facilities, and parking garage with valet service. Conveniently located near Q, 4, 5, 6 subway lines, shops, restaurants, playgrounds, schools and hospitals.

↓ The Churchill, 300 East 40th Street | Murray Hill | Condop

2 apartments available from $799K - $829K

↓ The Churchill, 300 East 40th Street, #18M, – $829,000

Co-op | 1 bed, 1 baths

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Beautiful spacious one bedroom apartment at the Churchill with renovated kitchen and bath. Southern exposures allow for great light. Very spacious living/dining room with the potential to add a second bedroom. Terrific closet space throughout. Washer dryer on every floor.

↓ Plaza 400, Midtown East | Co-op

14 apartments available from $495K - $2.9M

Plaza 400's rooftop pool (Warburg)

↓ Plaza 400, 400 East 56th Street, #34D – $1,275,000

Co-op | 2 beds, 2 baths

Corcoran

Plaza 400 is a full service cooperative building in celebrated Sutton Place with regal circular driveway with manicured gardens and fountains. Generous staffing meets every need of shareholders, including a live-in resident manager and superintendent, full time doormen, concierge, and porters.

Maintenance includes electricity. A rich amenity package includes attended onsite garage at reduced resident rates, a roof top observation sundeck with heated swimming pool, fitness center, bike room, playroom, central laundry room, library, and individual storage (as available/fees apply). Pied-a-terres are permitted.

↓ Aman New York Residences, 730 Fifth Avenue, #18A – $34,500,000

Condo | 3 beds, 3.5 baths | 3,746 ft²

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Embodying the splendor of the gilded age and the timeless elegance, sophistication and dynamism of 5th Avenue, The Crown Building occupies an iconic position in both the cityscape and history of Manhattan. This sweeping residence features a generous open layout and a sweeping private outdoor terrace with Central Park Views, a 42' foot heated pool, Jacuzzi, and a home theatre. Interior features include a grand entry foyer with herringbone patterned floors and custom designed oiled walnut double doors, white oak wood plank floors, 3 glass enclosed fireplaces and 10'7'' ceilings. The windowed open kitchen by Minotti Cucine includes a center island, natural stone floor, polished quartzite countertops and a full suite of Gaggenau appliances. See full details here.

↓ Soori High Line, 522 West 29th Street, #PH9D – $19,750,000

Condo | 5 beds, 5.5 baths | 4,510 ft²

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Of the 27 units at Soori High Line, 16 feature private heated pools. The triplex penthouse is access through an Augsburg oak paneled private elevator landing; upon arrival, one welcomed into a grand foyer and living room with expansive floor-to-ceiling windows that offer sun-filled exposures, Augsburg oak paneled walls, and an elegant gas fireplace with floating Nero Marquina marble slab hearth. The custom Poliform-Varenna chef's kitchen features Bavarian Spessart oak and high gloss lacquer cabinetry with under cabinet LED lighting, Caesarstone Pietra Grey waterfall edge countertops and backsplash, and an integrated Miele and Sub-Zero appliance package. This elegant and modern residence is further enhanced by 1,719 square feet of private terraces with southern and northern exposures, including two terraces and a rooftop terrace with its own private pool. See full details here.

↓ Celeste Gramercy, 150 East 23rd Street | Gramercy | Condo

14 apartments available from $1.2M - $8.2M

Celeste is your home, your universe, exquisitely appointed at the center of Manhattan's most vibrant neighborhoods. A striking modern building with a facade of limestone and glass. Celeste is a landmark residence with an outdoor pool, children's playroom and fitness center. At Celeste, enter a world of privacy and serenity with residences featuring walnut flooring throughout, spectacular open north and south views of Manhattan, and light-flooded spaces from floor-to-ceiling glass windows. Nine residences feature walkout terraces with stunning views. Here, at last, is a space where your mind and spirit can soar.

↓ The Aldyn, 60 Riverside Boulevard, #2101 – $13,950,000

Condo | 6 beds, 8.5 baths | 5,641 ft²

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The ultimate in luxury is this triple-mint duplex's 3,600-square-foot landscaped terrace that hosts a 15' x 37' pool and separate spa tub. The first floor boasts an open loft-like expanse with floor-to-ceiling glass windows, formal dining room, living room and library. With a multitude of possibilities for entertaining/living spaces there is also an open eat-in kitchen with large dining area and corner den. The second floor or residence wing features five bedrooms, five baths and a laundry room. See full details here.

↓ ABI Chelsea, 455 West 19th Street, #PH9D – $25,000,000

Condo | 4 beds, 4.5 baths | 3,794 ft²

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Spanning three full floors, Penthouse 1 enjoys four exposures, abundant outdoor space, and even a private elevator. The first floor enjoys a double height loft living room with 21' ceilings and 17' European windows that allow generous southern sunlight to fill the space. The spacious master suite is located on the first floor, with the bedroom and bathroom are cohesively separated by a Rimadesio walk-in closet and dressing room. The outdoor Lounge area, paved with white Carrara marble terrazzo, seamlessly interweaves with a rooftop garden and pool. See full details here.

↓ 62 Wooster Street, #PH – $75,000/month

Condo | 6 beds, 6.5 baths | 6,900 ft²

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The crowning glory of Soho's most discreet condominium this spectacular duplex comes with a 40' private pool and two private terraces. Inside, a 47' Great Room has nine arched windows that bathe the unit in natural light and look out on south-facing views of Soho. With its gallery-like detailing, exposed brick walls, hand-finished 12" wide white oak plank floors these natural, warm finishes are elegant and luxurious. See full details here.

↓ 15 Rivington Street, #PH – $19,000/month

Condo | 3 beds, 3 baths | 2,100 ft²

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A key-locked elevator opens directly into this all-glass triplex with a private roof deck, year-round lap pool, and outdoor kitchen. Interiors feature the finest finishes including high-end appliances, radiant floor heating, central air conditioning, and in-unit washer/dryer. Additional terraces off the bedrooms look out on 360-degree city views. This unit may be rented furnished. See full details here.

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A brand new single-family townhouse at 362 East 69th Street with a limestone facade has a gorgeous pool on its rooftop deck, which also features a barbecue area. Offering approximately 3,800 square feet of indoor living, including five bedrooms and en suite marble bathrooms with radiant-heat soaking tubs and heated towel racks (the master suite also boasts walk-in steam shower) there are also some working fireplaces. Other features include a chef's kitchen with appliances by the likes of Thermador and Sub-Zero, a wine cellar and, needless to say, a lovely garden.

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Toll Brothers City Living brought to market a nine-unit condominium at 1110 Park Avenue.The unit mix includes one maisonette, three full-floor apartments, three duplex apartments and an unbelievably beautiful five-bedroom penthouse triplex with its own rooftop pool heated with LED lights and a Badu Jet System for the "endless" lap pool effect.

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Over on the West Side and overlooking the Hudson River and beyond, One Riverside Park at 62nd Street and Riverside Boulevard is brought to us by Extell. A building offering more communal amenities than you can count, there's a seven-bedroom "Tower Townhome" duplex on the 21st and 22nd floors with a private pool.

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This same developer is also offering another new condominium, The Sutton, at 959 First Avenue. Featuring 113 residences ranging from studios to four-bedrooms; many come with sweeping views of the East River, the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building. A triplex penthouse (floors 27 to 29) with four bedrooms provides about 3,500 square feet of indoor living plus 1,700 square feet of outdoor living,including a private pool. Like 1110 Park Avenue, the pool is heated with LED lights and a Badu Jet System for the "endless" lap pool effect.

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↓ 240 Park Avenue South, #PENTHOUSE – $30,000,000

↓ Brooklyn Point, 138 Willoughby Street | Downtown Brooklyn | Condo

↓ 5 East 17th Street, #PH – $25,000,000

↓ One Museum Mile, 1280 Fifth Avenue | East Harlem | Condo

↓ Charlie West, 505 West 43rd Street | Midtown West | Condo

↓ 172 Madison, 172 Madison Avenue, #MANSION – $11,000,000

↓ 133 West 22nd Street | Chelsea | Condo

↓ The St. Tropez, 340 East 64th Street, | Lenox Hill | Condo

↓ The St. Tropez, 340 East 64th Street, #11N – $1,800,000

↓ The Churchill, 300 East 40th Street | Murray Hill | Condop

↓ The Churchill, 300 East 40th Street, #18M, – $829,000

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↓ Plaza 400, Midtown East | Co-op

↓ Plaza 400, 400 East 56th Street, #34D – $1,275,000

↓ Aman New York Residences, 730 Fifth Avenue, #18A – $34,500,000

↓ Soori High Line, 522 West 29th Street, #PH9D – $19,750,000

↓ Celeste Gramercy, 150 East 23rd Street | Gramercy | Condo

↓ The Aldyn, 60 Riverside Boulevard, #2101 – $13,950,000

↓ ABI Chelsea, 455 West 19th Street, #PH9D – $25,000,000

↓ 62 Wooster Street, #PH – $75,000/month

↓ 15 Rivington Street, #PH – $19,000/month

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