When the Upper East Side’s Surrey Hotel reopens later this year after a pandemic-induced closure, it will open its doors as The Surrey, a Corinthia Hotel, the first Corinthia Group property in the United States. The historic building will house 70 guest rooms, 30 suites, and The Surrey Residences, a collection of condos to start on the 11th floor above the guest rooms. A sales launch and move-ins are estimated for fall 2024.
The 14 units will comprise two- to three-bedroom units plus a duplex penthouse. An offering plan filed in January 2024 did not list a sellout price, but a source told Robb Report that prices are expected to start around $8 million. The hotel rooms and residences alike will feature interiors by Martin Brudnizki Studio, and buyers will be able to choose their own interior design package with furnishings and decor from The Invisible Collection.
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Residents will enjoy access to the first New York City outpost of Casa Tua; an Italian restaurant will be open to the public in a space once occupied by Cafe Boulud, and a private members’ club will take place on the second floors. Additional amenities will include a state-of-the-art fitness center by AMP and a jewel-box spa with sauna, steam room, and two treatment rooms.
The transformation comes nearly 100 years after The Surrey was built by acclaimed architects Schwartz & Gross and a few short years after the Landmarks Preservation Commission approved the conversion and restoration by BKSK Architects. In its heyday, its discreet service attracted the likes of President John F. Kennedy and Academy Award-winning actresses Bette Davis and Claudette Colbert. More recently, British developers Reuben Brothers bought the hotel for $150 million in December 2020.
In addition to dazzling city views, many residences will have glimpses of Central Park
The rich and famous were undoubtedly drawn to The Surrey’s discreet service, not to mention its prime Upper East Side address between Fifth and Madison Avenues. This puts it in close proximity to Central Park, Museum Mile, Madison Avenue designer flagship stores, and Michelin-starred restaurants.
It is also close to some of New York’s most in-demand real estate. Park and Fifth Avenues are fairly lined with prestigious cooperatives, but a new class of condominiums has taken shape in recent years. In anticipation of the launch of The Surrey Residences, we look at the most prestigious condominiums on the Upper East Side Gold Coast (defined here as Park to Fifth Avenues, and East 59th to 79th Streets).
It is also close to some of New York’s most in-demand real estate. Park and Fifth Avenues are fairly lined with prestigious cooperatives, but a new class of condominiums has taken shape in recent years. In anticipation of the launch of The Surrey Residences, we look at the most prestigious condominiums on the Upper East Side Gold Coast (defined here as Park to Fifth Avenues, and East 59th to 79th Streets).
#10. 737 Park Avenue
Completed in 1940 | Converted in 2013
Design by Sylvan Bien
2 availabilities from $2,950,000
Design by Sylvan Bien
2 availabilities from $2,950,000
737 Park Avenue (Douglas Elliman)
"The overall composition and massing is very sophisticated and appealing" — Carter Horsley
Decades after 737 Park Avenue was constructed for Samuel Minskoff, developer Harry Macklowe converted it to condominium ownership with an array of amenities like a skylit fitness center, a children's playroom, and an entertaining garden. A 24-hour doorman and elevator operators are on staff, and the building's greatest perk may be its address on the corner of Park Avenue and East 71st Street
737 Park Avenue, #9A
$8,000,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 3,164 ft2
737 Park Avenue, #9A (Sothebys International Realty)
Completed in 1929 | Converted in 2006
Design by Rosario Candela
2 availabilities from $6,750,000
Design by Rosario Candela
2 availabilities from $6,750,000
40 East 66th Street (via STO Building Group)
"A good pre-war building in a prime location among the boutiques of Madison Avenue" — Carter Horsley
One of Rosario Candela's more beautiful prewar designs, 40 East 66th Street is in a prime location down the street from Central Park and fairly surrounded by designer boutiques. The building offers 24-hour doorman and concierge service, and amenities include a fitness center, children's playroom, bike room, and private storage.
40 East 66th Street, #4B
$6,750,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 2,455 ft2
40 East 66th Street, #4B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
#8. 838 Fifth Avenue
Completed in 1951 | Converted in 1999
Design by Harry M. Prince
1 availability for $24,500,000
Design by Harry M. Prince
1 availability for $24,500,000
838 Fifth Avenue (Compass)
"The limestone-clad building has a relatively plain façade that is accented by a gently curved roofline and quite broad windows" — Carter Horsley
At a time when New York City officials and locals alike are abuzz about transforming offices into residential units, 838 Fifth Avenue offers a prime example of how it can be done. The offices inside this limestone-clad building down the street from Central Park and Temple Emanu-El were transformed into spacious homes with storage rooms, wine cellars, and servants' quarters.
838 Fifth Avenue, #6
$24,500,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 5.5 Baths | 5,427 ft2
838 Fifth Avenue, #6 (Compass)
Completed in 1912 | Converted in 2008
Design by Pickering & Walker
2 availabilities from $12,495,000
Design by Pickering & Walker
2 availabilities from $12,495,000
The Parkville (CityRealty)
"A prime Upper East Side location with a very handsome lobby, fireplaces and full-floor apartments" — Carter Horsley
Nearly 100 years after it was constructed, the mid-block building at 823 Park Avenue was converted to a condominium with Barry Rice Architects at the helm. The buff brick facade and classical details were restored to their former glory, while the interiors were transformed into spacious homes with direct elevator access, expansive proportions, eat-in kitchens, and top-of-the-line appliances and finishes throughout.
The Parkville, #5
$12,495,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,184 ft2
The Parkville, #5 (Compass)
Completed in 1910
Design by Stephen B. Jacobs & Associates (renovation)
1 availability for $5,000,000
Design by Stephen B. Jacobs & Associates (renovation)
1 availability for $5,000,000
The Curzon House (Modlin Group LLC)
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"Located on one of the most impressive streets on the Upper East Side" — Carter Horsley
The Upper East Side was ground zero for the shift from single-family houses to multi-family apartment buildings, but The Curzon House offers the best of both worlds: A group of prewar townhouses was combined to form a new condominium complex, and residents enjoy timeless elegance and grand proportions in their apartments.
The Curzon House, #4
$5,000,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 2,000 ft2
The Curzon House, #4 (Modlin Group LLC)
#5. 923 Fifth Avenue
Completed in 1951 | Converted in 1982
Design by S.L. Bien
3 availabilities from $2,750,000
Design by S.L. Bien
3 availabilities from $2,750,000
923 Fifth Avenue (CityRealty)
"Across the park from the boat pond in Central Park, the building has a wonderful, highly desirable location and great views from many apartments" — Carter Horsley
One of the few condominiums on this stretch of Fifth Avenue, 923 Fifth Avenue is distinguished by its two-story limestone base, a white brick facade, and elegant entrance. Once inside, residents enjoy access to 24-hour doorman service and attended elevators, a fitness center, and an on-site garage.
923 Fifth Avenue, #10F
$2,750,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,200 ft2
923 Fifth Avenue, #10F (Compass)
Completed in 1913 | Converted in 2013
Design by Herbert Lucas
1 availability for $33,500,000
Design by Herbert Lucas
1 availability for $33,500,000
The Marquand
"A spruced up, detailed, pre-war building with large apartments and an impressive side-street light-court entrance" — Carter Horsley
Exactly 100 years after it was constructed, the Beaux-Arts-style 11 East 68th Street was transformed from rental apartments to 26 spacious condo units. The building's staff includes a 24-hour doorman, concierge, and live-in resident manager, and amenities include a fitness center and children's playroom.
The Marquand, #PHW (Douglas Elliman)
From the Listing: This palatial and dramatic triplex, perched at the top of the Marquand Condominium offers the discerning buyer the best of all worlds: location, scale, light and multiple outdoor spaces. Every surface of this home is graced with exotic finishes and unique materials and is designed and executed to the highest standard. A private open landing welcomes you to a large gallery and a monumental sculptural staircase connecting all levels and crowned with a skylight bringing the light throughout the home. An open loft-style entertaining space with corner living room impresses with city, skyline and park views and a dramatic stone-clad fireplace. See floor plan and full details here.
#3. 515 Park Avenue
Completed in 2000
Design by Frank Williams & Associates
4 availabilities from $6,995,000
Design by Frank Williams & Associates
4 availabilities from $6,995,000
515 Park Avenue (Zeckendorf Development)
"The limestone, cast stone and beige-brick tower is a Post-Modern design that seeks to carry on the avenue's predominantly Italian Renaissance-palazzo tradition" — Carter Horsley
Down the street from Billionaires' Row, and two blocks from Central Park, 515 Park Avenue is an early entrant in a new class of Upper East Side high-rises located outside the boundaries of the historic district. Apartments enjoy grand proportions like their prewar predecessors, and residents enjoy access to full-time concierge service, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a business center, and a private dining salon.
515 Park Avenue, #19
$11,300,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 5 Baths | 3,257 ft2
515 Park Avenue, #19 (OFFICIAL)
Completed in 2024
Design by COOKFOX
2 availabilities from $23,500,000
Design by COOKFOX
2 availabilities from $23,500,000
The Giorgio Armani Residences (Douglas Elliman)
In the heart of the Upper East Side Historic District, 760 Madison Avenue draws inspiration from the surrounding prewar architecture while incorporating architect COOKFOX's biophilic principles. A collection of 10 luxury condominiums is situated on top of a new Giorgio Armani flagship store, and Mr. Armani has designed the interiors and announced plans to live in the building. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, an on-site spa treatment room, a Zen tea room with service from Armani Ristorante, and a library and lounge with custom Casa Armani furniture. Apartments here regularly rank among Manhattan's top contracts, and the building is now 70% sold.
The Giorgio Armani Residences, #PH11
$32,500,000
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,216 ft2
The Giorgio Armani Residences, #PH11 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
#1. 520 Park Avenue
Completed in 2018
Design by Robert A.M. Stern Architects
2 availabilities from $16,750,000
Design by Robert A.M. Stern Architects
2 availabilities from $16,750,000
520 Park Avenue
"The Upper East Side’s answer to 15 Central Park West" — Carter Horsley
520 Park Avenue is the tallest building on the Upper East Side Gold Coast, bringing it in line with today's height standards, but the limestone facade and romantic roofline nod to the surrounding historic architecture. The building houses a collection of simplex and duplex residences, and all residents have access to a wood-paneled and marble-clad lobby, a grand salon with access to a private garden, a fully equipped fitness center, and an Art Deco-inspired indoor pool.
520 Park Avenue, #18
$16,750,000 (-2.9%)
Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Condominium | 4 Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 4,613 ft2
520 Park Avenue, #18 (Modlin Group LLC)
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