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In a new age of virtual staging, it can be too easy for listing photos to give the interiors an airbrushed, dreamy appearance that inevitably fails to live up to reality. However, a new class of condo developments presents impeccably staged model units to showcase incredible views and high-end finishes and appliances. We take a look at the model apartments most likely to inspire a redecoration, if not a relocation.

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Central Park Tower, 217 West 57th Street
Central Park Tower, 217 West 57th Street Midtown West
35 Hudson Yards, 500 West 33rd Street
35 Hudson Yards, 500 West 33rd Street Midtown West
One Manhattan Square, 252 South Street
One Manhattan Square, 252 South Street Lower East Side
168 Plymouth Street
168 Plymouth Street DUMBO
111 West 57th Street
111 West 57th Street Midtown West
180-East-88th-Street-03 180 East 88th Street exterior photo (CityRealty)
180 East 88th Street model units Model unit photo credit: Robert Granoff
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180 East 88th Street model bedroom Robert Granoff
Residence 10A at 180 East 88th Street delivers a 1,952 sq ft sun-filled three-bedroom with three and a half baths,10-foot ceilings, a 125 sq ft terrace. Pre-war style inspired detailing has been refreshed to meet modern luxury expectations, including a formal elliptical entry gallery with coved ceilings and custom plaster wainscoting complimented by herringbone flooring. The primary entertaining areas feature custom-designed plaster cove ceilings, wainscoting and picture rails are paired with rich 7.5-inch wide Austrian White Oak Flooring, and expansive tall tilt & turn Albertini Italian window frames See floor plan and full details here.

350-West-71st-Street-01 All images of 350 West 71st Street via Compass
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This expansive apartment is situated in a picturesque building with a historic prewar facade, but features a loft-like living room with high ceilings and oversized windows overlooking treetop views. The open kitchen is outfitted with custom French Canadian cabinetry, marble countertops and backsplash, and Miele appliances. The master suite boasts generous closet space and a luxurious bath with custom vanity, honed marble countertops, heated floors, and stylish Waterworks fixtures. A virtual tour is available for this unit. See floor plan and full details here.

111-Montgomery-Street-04 111 Montgomery Street via Compass
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111 Montgomery Street is a stone's throw from Prospect Park and Brooklyn Botanic Garden, making it appropriate that model/plant expert Summer Rayne Oakes would design a model residence for it. Indeed, this studio's northeastern exposures allow for abundant natural light perfect for growing plants. Like all units in the building, it features 5" white oak floors, a kitchen with sleek countertops and a Bosch appliance package, and a stylish bath. See floor plan and full details here.

217-West-57th-Street-01 Central Park Tower via Douglas Elliman
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Double corner apartment features a graciously designed model home befitting its intelligent floor plan and abundant natural light. The home is made for entertaining with a grand living room, large dining area, and gourmet kitchen with floor-to-ceiling windows. All bedrooms have en suite baths, and one is currently styled as a home office with city views. See floor plan and full details here.

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Full-floor model home in the East Village was designed in homage to the area's history with walls of windows, white oak flooring, and soaring exposed concrete ceilings. The open kitchen is outfitted with custom black walnut cabinetry, soapstone countertops, Grohe hardware, and top-of-the-line appliances. Additional features include radiant heated floors, vented washer/dryer, video intercom, and premium fixtures throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

35-Hudson-Yards-01 35 Hudson Yards via Related Companies
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35-Hudson-Yards-01 All images of 35 Hudson Yards via Related Companies
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Beautifully planned model apartment in Hudson Yards' tallest building boasts 10'10" ceilings, wide plank French oak floors, and spectacular Hudson River and skyline views. The windowed eat-in kitchen is outfitted with Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry, marble countertops and backsplash, and a full suite of Gaggenau appliances. The master suite features a large walk-in closet and bath with a stunning double vanity and full-depth soaking tub. See floor plan and full details here.

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Spacious model residence in an amenity-rich new condominium is stylishly staged, though not to compete with the expansive views of the East River and the Midtown skyline. The kitchen is outfitted with imported stone countertops, custom finishes, and a premium Miele appliance package. The master suite boasts a large walk-in closet and five-fixture bath with radiant floor heating and marble tile walls. The sponsor is offering one free storage locker with new three-bedroom purchases for a limited time. See floor plan and full details here.

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Full-floor home in a contemporary new Upper West Side building is reached through a gracious entry foyer, which leads to a corner living room flooded with stunning southern light. The formal dining room has access to an eat-in kitchen with custom Smallbone of Devizes cabinetry, marble countertops and backsplash, and high-end appliances. All bedrooms feature generous closet space and en suite baths, and the master suite boasts a Juliet balcony, windowed dressing area, and windowed bath. A video tour is available for this unit. See floor plan and full details here.

168-Plymouth-Street-01 168 Plymouth via Alloy Development
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Classic DUMBO loft is in a newly transformed paint factory, and its historic details like high ceilings, restored concrete beams and columns, wide plank hardwood flooring, and wall-sized factory windows made a gorgeous backdrop for Rebecca Robertson's vision of a contemporary Brooklyn family's home. The custom Italian kitchen is equipped with porcelain stone countertops, a bleached white oak island, and Miele appliance suite. The master suite features a luxe bath with custom mosaic marble tiling, double showers, and custom vanity. A virtual tour is available for this unit. See floor plan and full details here.

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Half-floor corner condo offers seamless indoor/outdoor living with floor-to-ceiling windows and a wraparound terrace with views of Central Park and the Midtown skyline. The Great Room opens up to a kitchen with custom Italian cabinetry, marble slab countertops, a natural white oak island, and integrated Miele appliances. The western-facing master suite features three large closets and a luxe marble bath with radiant floor heating, custom vanity, glass-enclosed shower, and free-standing soaking tub. See floor plan and full details here.

111-West-57th-Street-01 All images of 111 West 57th Street via Douglas Elliman
111-West-57th-Street-01 All images of 111 West 57th Street via Douglas Elliman
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Full-floor model unit was designed for modern living on a grand scale with richly detailed finishes and high-end craftsmanship. The Great Room spans 50 feet and boasts floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking unparalleled, unobstructed views of Central Park. The impressive living/dining space flows seamlessly into an open kitchen with custom cabinetry, white quartzite countertops and backsplash, and Gaggenau appliances. See floor plan and full details here.

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