Summit is a recently-finished luxury rental tower in Midtown East with studio to two-bedroom layouts and an ultra-luxurious set of amenities to complement its supremely prime location near Grand Central Terminal. The 43-story tower is located at 222 East 44th Street between Second and Third avenues and holds 429 apartments. The building is close to world icons such as the Chrysler Building and the United Nations. The former parking garage site was redeveloped by BLDG Management which worked with Handel Architects for the building’s exterior.
Floorplans and listings show a range of layouts are available including studios with a separate living and dining alcove, spacious corner layouts with one or two bedrooms, and even grander units designed with foyers, master bedrooms with ensuite baths, and private outdoor terraces. Douglas Elliman handles leasing and listings are no fee. Currently there are eight no-fee listings showing studios priced from $4,245/month and one bedrooms from $6,275/month. One of the building's culminating showpiece apartments, #RESC, is also available for a pearl-clutching, almost Chrysler-touching $30,000/month.
Summit at 222 East 44th Street in Midtown East (Credit: Binyan Studios)
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The through-block site fronts both East 43rd and 44th Street between Second and Third Avenue and the glass tower’s pivoted design creates homes with expansive midtown skyline and East River views - and many units have direct views of the iconic Chrysler Building.
Apartment interiors have floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors and custom closets. Italian cabinetry is in kitchens along with custom countertops, full height backsplashes and a suite of integrated Bosch appliances. Bathrooms offer a cloud-white Italian vanity, oversized medicine cabinets and floor-to-ceiling tiled walls. A washer/dryer is in each residence.
Apartment interiors have floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors and custom closets. Italian cabinetry is in kitchens along with custom countertops, full height backsplashes and a suite of integrated Bosch appliances. Bathrooms offer a cloud-white Italian vanity, oversized medicine cabinets and floor-to-ceiling tiled walls. A washer/dryer is in each residence.
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Summit’s entrance has a private court drive leading to a 30-foot staffed lobby with concierge and lifestyle services. Resident amenities cater to those seeking a luxurious living experience like the building’s Summit Sky Lounge on the 42nd floor, equipped with an entertainment bar, private wine storage, fireside seating and a dining room with service kitchen. There is an 18-meter skylit swimming pool along with spa and sauna facilities.
The Arena at Summit offers sports and fitness with top-of-the-line equipment, private and group classes, a full basketball court and a squash court. The Club Level has a children’s playroom with outdoor playground, a tech lounge with private meeting rooms, a golf simulator and theater room. An outdoor terrace with green space and barbecue grills is available, too.
Interested in renting at Summit? Contact the leasing team at (212) 222-4344 or visit the building’s official website.
Interested in renting at Summit? Contact the leasing team at (212) 222-4344 or visit the building’s official website.
Summit's level of luxury and finishes are similar to the newly constructed House39 rental tower at 225 East 39th Street, also designed by Handel Architects though developed by Rose Associates. Homes are of a similar condo-quality caliber and residents have access to amenities like a pool and sauna, fully equipped fitness center, lounges and more. Current no fee listings show studios from $3,163/month, one bedrooms from $4,581/month, and two bedrooms from $4,993/month.
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