Home court advantage: At the height of the US Open, see NYC buildings with private tennis courts

By CityRealty Staff | From Great Listings Thursday, September 5, 2024

Olympia (Sotheby's International Realty)

As of this writing, the US Open is in full swing and proving an exciting time for tennis fans. Whether Francis Tiafoe or Taylor Fritz wins their semifinal match tomorrow, an American man will make it to the finals for the first time since 2006; the winner will face top-seeded Italian Jannik Sinner or Brit Jack Draper. In a major upset on the women's side, American Jessica Pegula defeated top-seeded Iga Swiatek to advance to the semi-finals, where she will face Karolina Muchova of the Czech Republic.

The tournament comes in the wake of the success of the film Challengers earlier this spring, and at a time when there is no shortage of places to watch, whether indoors or out, in the city. But some are inspired to go one step further and pick up a racquet again. This isn’t as easy as it sounds: Court space in public parks is limited to begin with, and tennis players now find themselves in competition with pickleball players for it.

The battle for court space is especially contentious because they will only have access to it for a limited time. Tennis season only lasts from the first Saturday in April to the Sunday before Thanksgiving (November 25 this year, owing to Thanksgiving's late date). Tennis clubs and gyms with courts are certainly an option, but the fees can quickly add up to more than the $100 a full-season tennis permit costs. But for residents of the following buildings, a tennis court is just an elevator ride away.

Condos and Co-ops

Atelier, Midtown West

4 availabilities from $1,195,000

Atelier (River 2 River Realty)

Atelier via River 2 River Realty

In a section of the Far West Side known for its amenity-rich new towers, Atelier stands out for its array of active amenities that include, but are by no means limited to, a state-of-the-art health club, tennis court, basketball courts, golf driving range, bocce court, and lap pool. After a vigorous match, the sauna and sun deck are ideal for relaxing.

Atelier, #41H
$1,395,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 774 ft²

Atelier, #41H (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome home to Residence #41H at the Atelier, a generously proportioned and move-in ready high-floor one-bedroom apartment with unparalleled views. Enter the apartment into a formal foyer area with plenty of closet space, including a Bosch stackable washer/dryer unit. Continue into the main living space and be immediately awestruck by the south/west exposure, which provides for abundant light and gorgeous sunsets over the Hudson River. See floor plan and full details here.

River House, Beekman/Sutton Place

5 availabilities from $3,500,000

River House (Sotheby's International Realty)

Those who can get past the notorious co-op board at the ultra-private River House enjoy the cachet of living in one of the city's most prestigious buildings, not to mention automatic membership to the distinguished, recently renovated River Club. Features include tennis courts, squash courts, a state-of-the-art gym, a golf simulator, and an indoor pool.

River House, #23F
$6,000,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 4 Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 5,300 ft²

River House, #23F (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Located in the prestigious and picturesque River House, this magnificent twelve-room duplex boasts shimmering East River views, remarkable scale, and pleasingly elegant proportions. Spanning approximately 5,300 square feet and with soaringly tall ceilings throughout, this expansive residence is further distinguished by its unique supplementary studio apartment with a dedicated private entrance onto East 53rd Street and connected to the duplex residence via an internal private elevator. The residence’s central gallery opens to the sun-flooded living room and library, both with wood-burning fireplaces and sparkling East River views. See floor plan and full details here.

Adagio, Lincoln Center

2 availabilities from $2,295,000

Adagio (Douglas Elliman)

Adagio is located in a section of the Upper West Side between the sports courts of Riverside Park South and Central Park. However, residents enjoy access to the Sessanta Club, which includes a 40-foot indoor pool, full-size tennis court, fitness center, sauna, and locker rooms.

Adagio, #3A
$2,295,000

Lincoln Center | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,667 ft²

Adagio, #3A (Evans Real Estate Investments)

From the Listing: Welcome home to this fantastic high end loft 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath residence located in the heart of Manhattan in thriving Lincoln Square neighborhood. This beautiful and luxury home will impress you with its dramatic high ceilings, smart layout, luxury finishes, top-of-the-line appliances and light-filled floor-to-ceiling windows. See floor plan and full details here.

Olympia, DUMBO

7 availabilities from $1,750,000

Olympia (Pavel Bendov)

Olympia was named 6sqft's 2022 Building of the Year for its unique architecture that allows for unique floor plans and spectacular skyline and Brooklyn Bridge views. Three floors of indoor and outdoor amenities surely can't hurt, either; these include the 10th-story Bridge level with New York's highest full-size tennis court overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge.

Olympia, #27B
$6,575,000

DUMBO | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 2,598 ft²

Olympia, #27B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: With views of the Manhattan Bridge, downtown and midtown Manhattan, corner Residence #27B is a spectacular three-bedroom plus, three-and-a-half bathroom home. The centrally located foyer leads into the great room, which showcases breathtaking views of the Manhattan Bridge. Accessible through double doors from the great room and foyer, the kitchen and dining area are separated from the main entertaining area. See floor plan and full details here.

Citylights, Long Island City

6 availabilities from $639,900

4-74 48th Avenue, Long Island City high-rise

Citylights (CityRealty)

Long Island City rose to prominence for its amenity-rich rentals (a case in point may be seen below), but Citylights offers homes for sale overlooking the Manhattan skyline. It is in close proximity to multiple public transportation options, but the building offers extensive amenities. These include an outdoor tennis court, fully equipped gym, workout studio, and locker rooms with saunas and showers.

Citylights, #35D
$867,300

Long Island City | Condop | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,100 ft²

Citylights, #35D (Modern Spaces)

From the Listing: Move into a bright and sunny 2-bedroom home that can easily be converted to a 3-bedroom apartment, where you can enjoy breathtaking Manhattan and East River views while working from your home office. Enjoy famous NYC skyline sunsets while lounging on your private balcony perfect for entertaining friends and family. See floor plan and full details here.

The Bay Club, Bayside

1 availability for $709,000

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The Bay Club (Corcoran Group)

Bay Club grounds, which are home to a tennis court

With its gracious floor plans, dedicated staff, and extensive amenity package, The Bay Club offers resort-style living in the heart of Queens. The world-class fitness center alone is home to a spa, pool, tennis club, indoor and outdoor basketball courts, and racquetball courts. Additional offerings include an on-site cafe, salon, dry cleaner, and club room.

The Bay Club, #8T
$709,000 (-1.4%)

Bayside | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 978 ft²

The Bay Club, #8T (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Spacious and airy two-bedroom, two-bath unit with balcony located in the desirable gated community of The Bay Club Condominium. The primary bedroom can accommodate a king-size bed and ensemble and features an en-suite bathroom. Expansive living room opens up to a balcony that affords a panoramic view of the city and water. See floor plan and full details here.

Skyview on the Hudson, Riverdale

20 availabilities from $165,000

Skyview on the Hudson (Brown Harris Stevens)

The three buildings comprising Skyview on the Hudson are located in close proximity to Van Cortland Park, but have 23 acres of green space all their own. It presents such offerings as two night-lit tennis courts, basketball courts, a playground, a dog park, and an Olympic-size seasonal pool.

Skyview on Hudson, #8X
$399,900

Riverdale | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath

Skyview on Hudson, #8X (Argo Residential)

From the Listing: Beautiful Hudson River, Palisades and Bridge views! This junior four has a new kitchen with plenty of white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, microwave, gas stove and refrigerator. The bathroom was also renovated with a white subway tiled stall shower. The primary bedroom has a large closet for storage and room for a washer dryer should you want to install one. See floor plan and full details here.

Manor Towers, Riverdale

3 availabilities from $265,000

3671 Hudson Manor Terrace, Riverdale co-op

Manor Towers (Compass)

Aerial view of tennis courts and outdoor pool

Manor Towers is a full-service cooperative in the heart of Riverdale with an array of amenities that allow for a luxurious living atmosphere. These include an attended lobby, a circular driveway, a seasonal heated saltwater pool, and outdoor tennis courts.

Manor Towers, #14D
$299,000 (-6.3%)

Riverdale | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

Manor Towers, #14D (Brown Harris Stevens Riverdale LLC)

From the Listing: Come view this one bedroom with an "L" shaped dining area with a beautiful river view from your living/dining area and terrace. This unit has an abundance of closet space with parquet floor throughout. This is a full service building which offers 24-hour doorman, live-in super and handyman. See floor plan and full details here.

Waterline Square, Riverside Drive/West End Avenue

1 availability for sale for $3,490,000
32 availabilities for rent from $5,926/month

Waterline Square (Evan Joseph)

The Waterline Square complex transformed its section of the Far West Side with its eye-catching architecture, and it is further distinguished by the 100,000+ square-foot Waterline Club amenity suite further distinguishes it. Fitness enthusiasts will revel in the many activities available, from indoor tennis, basketball, squash, and rock-climbing to a half-pipe skate park, golf simulator and indoor soccer field.

Two Waterline Square, #20J
$3,490,000

Riverside Dr./West End Ave. | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,162 ft²

Two Waterline Square, #20J (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Corner south-eastern views are enjoyed through floor-to-ceiling windows in this two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence. With split two bedrooms, the primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and ensuite bathroom. The collaborative design firm of Yabu Pushelberg honors the pride and scale of the exterior with interior choices predicated on permanence. 16 years left on a tax abatement. See floor plan and full details here.

Rentals

River Place, Midtown West

4 availabilities from $3,790/month

All images of River Place via Silverstein Properties

Up the street from Atelier (see above), River Place was part of a new wave of amenity-rich high-rise rentals that made this section of Hell's Kitchen a destination. Their amenity package includes include basketball courts, tennis courts, lap pool, health club and spa, children's playroom, and outdoor patios.

Sessanta, Lincoln Center

1 availability for $4,650/month

All images of Sessanta via Triumph Property Group

The gorgeous apartments at Sessanta boast thoughtful layouts, soaring ceilings, oversized windows, high-end finishes, excellent closet space, and in-unit washer/dryers. This doorman building's amenities include an exclusive club with outdoor tennis court, indoor pool, and fitness center. Central Park, Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, and several subway stops are a short walk away.

4545 Center Boulevard, Long Island City

6 availabilities from $3,450/month

All images of 4545 Center Boulevard via TF Cornerstone

Long Island City has cultivated a rich community of amenity-rich rentals in recent years, and 4545 Center Boulevard stands out for its extensive array of indoor/outdoor amenities. Fitness enthusiasts have a choice of two tennis courts, a state-of-the-art fitness center with adjacent yoga room, and beach volleyball courts.

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Condos and Co-ops

4 availabilities from $1,195,000

Atelier, #41H
$1,395,000

5 availabilities from $3,500,000

River House, #23F
$6,000,000

2 availabilities from $2,295,000

Adagio, #3A
$2,295,000

7 availabilities from $1,750,000

Olympia, #27B
$6,575,000

6 availabilities from $639,900

Citylights, #35D
$867,300

1 availability for $709,000

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The Bay Club, #8T
$709,000 (-1.4%)

20 availabilities from $165,000

Skyview on Hudson, #8X
$399,900

3 availabilities from $265,000

Manor Towers, #14D
$299,000 (-6.3%)

1 availability for sale for $3,490,000
32 availabilities for rent from $5,926/month

Two Waterline Square, #20J
$3,490,000

Rentals

4 availabilities from $3,790/month

1 availability for $4,650/month

6 availabilities from $3,450/month

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