The Alexander, 250 East 49th Street, NYC - Condo Apartments
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The Alexander, completed in 2010, is an 88-unit luxury condominium tower located at 250 East 49th Street in Manhattan's Turtle Bay neighborhood. The 24-story building, designed by Sydness Architects, is distinguished by its broadly curved corner tower rising from a terracotta base with distinctive connecting balconies along Second Avenue.
The building's architectural design features a unique asymmetrical façade with longer frontage on the side street than the avenue, combining masonry and glass elements. The structure stands adjacent to the landmark Turtle Bay Gardens townhouses, which share a notable common garden.
Residences feature soaring 11'6" to 12-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and white oak floors throughout. Kitchens are outfitted with custom Poggenpohl cabinetry, high-end appliances including Sub-Zero refrigerators, Viking gas cooktops, and Miele dishwashers. Bathrooms feature limestone walls and floors, custom vanities, and heated towel bars. Many units offer private outdoor space.
The full-service building provides a 24-hour doorman and concierge, a well-equipped fitness center with Peloton bikes and Woodway treadmills, basement storage, and a landscaped roof terrace offering panoramic city views. A notable amenity is the building's dog-washing station.
In 2010, the building faced controversy when developer Alexander Gurevich was investigated by then-Attorney General Andrew Cuomo for failing to disclose key information about principal investors to prospective buyers, resulting in a settlement and temporary ban from selling condominiums in New York State.
The Alexander enjoys a prime location near the United Nations complex, Beekman Place, and Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Park. The area offers excellent public transportation access, though Second Avenue experiences considerable traffic. The building's position provides convenient access to numerous restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions in Midtown Manhattan.
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