January is typically a gloomy time of year in New York City. The holiday decorations have come down, it’s still getting dark earlier than many would prefer, and the weather is cold throughout the day. The city has traditionally held events like Restaurant Week and Broadway Week to lure people out and cheer them up, but that’s a little more complicated this year. Some of the shows that were initially part of the Broadway Week promotion (Girl from the North Country and To Kill a Mockingbird) went temporarily dark in response to Omicron. Additionally, even the prospect of a deal on dinner at a high-end restaurant isn’t enough to lure some people to an indoor restaurant when coronavirus cases are raging.
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At the same time, there is room for optimism. Data shows that infections in New York City are going down, and major developments are moving forward after several quiet years. Construction has commenced at 520 Fifth Avenue, and Extell is in the early stages of a new tower at 570 Fifth Avenue. In a virtual meeting with the Housing and Zoning Committee of Community Board 5, Gary Barnett outlined plans for what he hopes will be a 47-story, 1.5 million-square-foot office tower with outdoor terraces and event space. In response to market uncertainty, he also described an alternate plan for a taller mixed-use building to contain a hotel and residential units. The project also includes a set of transit improvements to the Fifth Avenue/53rd Street subway station that would improve capacity and make the station ADA-compliant.
If all goes according to plan, construction on 570 Fifth Avenue is expected to start in 2023 and take five years. In the meantime, certain lucky New Yorkers can look out on the ever-changing yet timeless city skyline to fill residents with wonder and hope for brighter days ahead. We take a look at listings that face views of the world's most iconic skyline.
If all goes according to plan, construction on 570 Fifth Avenue is expected to start in 2023 and take five years. In the meantime, certain lucky New Yorkers can look out on the ever-changing yet timeless city skyline to fill residents with wonder and hope for brighter days ahead. We take a look at listings that face views of the world's most iconic skyline.
All images of East River Coop via Sotheby's International Realty
From the Listing: Move right into this high floor renovated 2-bedroom/ 1-bath with oversized living and dining area. Enjoy colorful sunrise and sunsets. The main living space is an expansive open living area accommodating both living and dining on a grand scale. The well-designed windowed eat-in chef's kitchen can easily accommodate several cooks preparing a spectacular meal together. The king-sized primary bedroom with sunrise views is a quiet haven and the second bedroom office has western views. The beautifully appointed tiled windowed bathroom is flooded with sunlight. Recently refinished hardwood floors and tons of storage and space. Co-purchasing, guarantors and gifting allowed. Subleasing permitted after 2 years of ownership. Sorry, no dogs.
See floor plan and full details here.
All images of Christadora House via Brown Harris Stevens
From the Listing: Located in the legendary, prewar, Christodora House right on Tompkins Square Park, this light-filled studio features unobstructed Western panoramic views capturing the Southern tip of Manhattan to the Northern uptown skyline views of bridges, the Empire State Building and everything in-between. Apartment 12F has been upgraded with a custom built-in Italian-designed Murphy-bed system which includes a sofa that does not have to be moved to easily open the queen-sized bed. There is ample storage space in the custom built-in closets and there is a whirlpool tub in the bathroom. The apartment is available to be sold fully furnished. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Sequoia via Brown Harris Stevens
From the Listing: Rarely available high floor, two-room studio with outrageous protected views. Enjoy brilliant light, cityscape and sky through a wall of new 5' X 10' windows, including a full 5' X 5' central portrait window framing 180 revolving views of the panorama. The unique layout enables office, sleeping, entertaining and cooking/dining areas. Present use is therapist live/work space and is in mostly original condition. Future use can be same or reconfigured as a residential showplace. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of Sherman Tower East via Compass
From the Listing: Move right into this wonderful Upper East Side, sun-flooded, renovated, quiet Jr. 4 already converted to a 2 bedroom on a high floor with unobstructed north views. Features of this wonderful home included a renovated kitchen, renovated bath, strip hardwood floors, an extra-large primary bedroom with open views, incredible closet space, and molding throughout.
See floor plan and full details here.
All images of Chatham Towers via Cicada International LLC
From the Listing: The highly coveted D-line is now available with a private terrace! Perched on a high floor with spectacular panoramic views from Columbus Park to the Empire State and Chrysler buildings, and from Chinatown/Lower East Side to the Manhattan Bridge with East River and DUMBO as a backdrop! This is a must-see. With approximately 800 square feet, this corner 1-bedroom offers a flexible layout with a spacious loft-like living room, a generously proportioned bedroom, a galley kitchen, and good closets. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of 100 United Nations Plaza via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Residence 18C at 100 United Nations Plaza is a spacious, high-floor one-bedroom, one-bath with two south facing balconies providing breathtaking views of the city and East River. The large living room offers ample space to entertain while the separated galley kitchen is perfect for preparing meals behind the scenes. A Sub-Zero refrigerator, newly installed stainless-steel dishwasher, and microwave along ample counter space round out the kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of Yorkville Tower 1 via Triplemint
From the Listing: There are few greater luxuries in life than sipping your morning coffee next to sweeping views of Central Park from your 42nd-floor corner Upper East Side penthouse!
Upon entering the home's foyer you are met with a well-lit gallery wall, prime space for showcasing your favorite art piece, and a graciously sized coat closet. As you turn the corner into the living space, you are instantly taken by picturesque dual exposures: western views across Central Park and northern views into the horizon, including Yankee Stadium and George Washington Bridge. See floor plan and full details here.
Upon entering the home's foyer you are met with a well-lit gallery wall, prime space for showcasing your favorite art piece, and a graciously sized coat closet. As you turn the corner into the living space, you are instantly taken by picturesque dual exposures: western views across Central Park and northern views into the horizon, including Yankee Stadium and George Washington Bridge. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of 67 Park Avenue via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Old-world Manhattan charm meets modern conveniences in this recently gut-renovated high-floor home in the middle of all the city has to offer! This one-bedroom, one and one-half bathroom home begins with a gracious foyer featuring a custom-built closet with extra storage up to the almost ten-foot ceilings. The original refinished hardwood floors carry you into the deluxe chef's kitchen featuring a Bosch dishwasher, Jenn-Air 5-burner gas range, Miele vented hood, Samsung smart refrigerator, custom Leicht cabinetry, stunning granite countertops, granite composite sink, glass backsplash with herringbone pattern, and custom tile flooring. A Bosch washer and Miele dryer integrated into kitchen cabinets complete the kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of NoLiTa Place via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Move right into this chic downtown one-bedroom condo and enjoy the expansive New York City skyline from the Freedom Tower to the Empire State Building.
Perched up high, this sun-filled home enjoys picture-perfect windows framing the Manhattan skyline and the most amazing sunsets. The living room is stylish and comfortable enjoying gleaming hardwood floors. The kitchen with its ample custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Relax and unwind in the tranquil king-sized bedroom. A marble bathroom completes this lovely residence! See floor plan and full details here.
Perched up high, this sun-filled home enjoys picture-perfect windows framing the Manhattan skyline and the most amazing sunsets. The living room is stylish and comfortable enjoying gleaming hardwood floors. The kitchen with its ample custom cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Relax and unwind in the tranquil king-sized bedroom. A marble bathroom completes this lovely residence! See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Rio via Corcoran
From the Listing: High above the bustle of the city, this spacious corner apartment is swimming in sunlight and offers panoramic skyline views to the south and the west. Perfect for lounging and entertainment, the corner living room is graced by floor-to-ceiling windows offering postcard-perfect city views and spectacular sunsets. The corner living room is graced by floor-to-ceiling windows offering postcard-perfect city views and spectacular sunsets. The windowed kitchen features southern exposure, custom cabinets and countertops, and a package of new premium stainless steel appliances. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Belvoir via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Spacious high floor 2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment in the premier Belvoir Cooperative, located on the quiet tree-lined corner of 83rd Street and West End Avenue. The generous layout and room dimensions welcome both entertaining and private living. Bring your designer to make it your own!
High beaming ceilings, hardwood floors and prewar details welcome you throughout the apartment. This gracious home includes an oversized living room boasting large windows and plenty of space for lounging and dining. A windowed eat-in kitchen just off the foyer has space for both casual dining and a permitted washer/dryer. The bright primary bedroom features oversized windows with open city views to the west and south. There is also an abundance of storage space throughout the apartment. See full details here.
High beaming ceilings, hardwood floors and prewar details welcome you throughout the apartment. This gracious home includes an oversized living room boasting large windows and plenty of space for lounging and dining. A windowed eat-in kitchen just off the foyer has space for both casual dining and a permitted washer/dryer. The bright primary bedroom features oversized windows with open city views to the west and south. There is also an abundance of storage space throughout the apartment. See full details here.
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All images of 49 East 96th Street via Serhant
From the Listing: This south and west facing sun-drenched 3 bedroom is every Upper East Side resident's dream! An entertainer's paradise, you have a large foyer upon entry to greet your guests. In addition, the incredibly spacious living and dining rooms, make it the perfect space to host your next family gathering. A flexible layout also allows you to convert one of the rooms into an office for your work-from-home needs. Original hardwood floors, a decorative fireplace and 10-foot beamed ceilings throughout the apartment really accentuates the pre-war charm this unit has to offer. Bring your architect and put your custom stamp on this incredible home!
See floor plan and full details here.
All images of 15 Charles Street via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Enjoy the breathtaking cityscape and River views from this one-of-a-kind sun-splashed corner penthouse condo. This one-of-a-kind home offers a lovely terrace perched up high in the heart of the West Village. An amazing opportunity to have a home with your own taste as this beauty is in original condition so bring your contractor to create the home of your dreams! After a day conquering Manhattan, bask in the warm glow of the setting sun while sipping cocktails or dining al fresco on your amazing terrace, comfortable for a table and chairs and your own rooftop herb garden. Upon entering this enchanting oasis in the sky, walk through the entry hall that leads to a lovely, spacious, and inviting living (offering more iconic views), ideal for relaxation or seamless entertaining. See full details here.
All images of Toren via Compass
From the Listing: Penthouse 3207 at the Toren Condominium is a rare find! It offers a practically unheard-of split three-bedroom/three-bathroom duplex layout. Upon entering you will be stunned by immersive views of Brooklyn from a wall of double-height, nearly uninterrupted floor-to-ceiling windows. Upon entering you will be stunned by immersive views of Brooklyn from a wall of double-height, nearly uninterrupted floor-to-ceiling windows. Bespoke on every level, from the generous closets and rich Brazilian walnut flooring to the custom extra-height bookcase, electronic shades, and built-in premium sound and lighting throughout, this penthouse unit is the ideal blend of form, function, and space. The most impressive feature of 3207 is the low carrying cost this unit benefits from a 421a tax abatement that does not expire until 2035. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of Dorchester Towers via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Perched on the 24th floor facing Central Park and the City skyline, Apartment 24F offers a true updated/renovated 2-bed, 2-bath home with gorgeous eastern views and brilliant sunlight from every room! Hardwood floors and kitchen cabinets were replaced only 3 years ago. Bathrooms and lighting were updated a few years before. The windowed kitchen has an open island connecting to the huge living room with ample space for a sectional sofa and dining. See full details here.
All images of 601 West End Avenue via Leslie J. Garfield
From the Listing: 601 West End Avenue #12B is a rare 3-bedroom corner unit on a high floor in a beautiful Emory Roth Landmarked building with stunning river views, ample natural light, and complete peace and quiet. The large and open living and dining space, with 10-foot beamed ceiling and abundant sunlight from 9 oversized windows with southern, western and northern exposures, is flooded with light upon first entering the home. The kitchen was custom designed for maximum space efficiency and ease. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Greenpoint via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Panoramic serenity views await you in this impressive high floor two-bedroom, two-bathroom with private terrace designed for the modern lifestyle. This special home features iconic views of the East River and the New York City skyline from every room. The hand-selected wide plank walnut floors set the tone throughout the open floor plan that perfectly accommodates living and entertaining, while floor-to-ceiling windows maximize both views and light. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of 3 Lincoln Center via Compass
From the Listing: ABOVE IT ALL. Here's the sprawling, renovated trophy home whose world class views and world class renovation will take your breath away.
With panoramic vistas that span west from the Hudson River and east to Central Park, this big corner beauty has it all: Grand space, grand views, and grand living. Designed to impress, with a finish level that is rare to these pages, this smart, style-forward stunner resonates at a higher level by every measure. Boasting a jumbo living room with a decorative lumiere fireplace -- and surrounded by its signature postcard perfect views -- this big room opens loft-like to its windowed cook’s kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.
With panoramic vistas that span west from the Hudson River and east to Central Park, this big corner beauty has it all: Grand space, grand views, and grand living. Designed to impress, with a finish level that is rare to these pages, this smart, style-forward stunner resonates at a higher level by every measure. Boasting a jumbo living room with a decorative lumiere fireplace -- and surrounded by its signature postcard perfect views -- this big room opens loft-like to its windowed cook’s kitchen. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of 167 East 61st Street via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: The unit: This is a home of distinction. From the moment you enter #23C, you are greeted with spectacular views of the Upper East Side. Positioned on the corner of the 23rd floor this airy residence embraces southwest exposures lined with oversized windows and a wraparound terrace. The three-bedroom and three-bathroom layout is expansive with a large living and dining space that is perfect for entertaining. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Four Seasons Private Residences via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Apartment 52B facing North, East, and West is a large 2,213-square-foot home with three bedrooms, three en suite custom designed bathrooms and a powder room. The living room/dining room as well as the eat in kitchen are open, airy, and showcase the grandeur of this apartment. There are extraordinary views of the city, the East River, and the Hudson River from soundproof oversized picture windows. 11' high ceilings, beautiful solid wood floors, a private washer-dryer, outfitted closets, electric shades, ceiling hung, four-pipe fan coil HVAC with dedicated zones, create a tranquil and luxurious lifestyle. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Empire via Sotheby's International Realty
From the Listing: A prime opportunity to own a fabulous fully-renovated, high-floor 4 bed 3.5 bath condominium at the white-glove Empire Condominium featuring gorgeous interiors, panoramic views, and coveted location in the heart of the Upper East Side. This rare, expansive apartment, accessed by a semi-private landing, will impress the discerning resident with exquisite finishes and details, new, stained oak hardwood floors, and a gracious floorplan for entertaining.
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All images of One West End via The Modlin Group
From the Listing: Sweeping city and river views unfold before you in this luxurious 3,054 +/- sq. ft., four-bedroom, four and one half bathroom Tower Residence. Designed by Jeffrey Beers with exquisite attention to detail, this sprawling home boasts ceiling heights just under 10-½ ', and custom walnut plank flooring, truly reflecting the perfect marriage of form and function.
The sun-drenched, 32 feet-long corner great room boasts walls of floor-to-ceiling windows with North and West iconic city views. Recessed lights in the custom-designed drop ceiling allow you to set the scene to enjoy the twinkling city lights. An adjacent media room featuring a custom-designed projector system and blackout shades as well as an en-suite bathroom and plenty of storage space can also be repurposed as a bedroom. See floor plan and full details here.
The sun-drenched, 32 feet-long corner great room boasts walls of floor-to-ceiling windows with North and West iconic city views. Recessed lights in the custom-designed drop ceiling allow you to set the scene to enjoy the twinkling city lights. An adjacent media room featuring a custom-designed projector system and blackout shades as well as an en-suite bathroom and plenty of storage space can also be repurposed as a bedroom. See floor plan and full details here.
All images of The Century via Compass
From the Listing: Seize this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make this very special home your own. First time on the market at the iconic Century Condominium, Apartment 20Q combines coveted outdoor space and generous interior square footage with unobstructed views in a highly desirable and well-located prewar condominium. Measuring 2,521 square feet, the residence comprises open loft-like living space, kitchen, three generous bedrooms and three original art deco bathrooms--two with separate stall showers and dressing rooms. A corner terrace stretches 70' along the northern perimeter of the residence and overlooks the park with captivating views to the east, south and north. With eight windows directly facing Central Park and another six windows overlooking the terrace, natural light abounds. High ceilings, abundant closets and a shared private elevator landing complete the picture. With a renovation, this one-of-a-kind property is the ultimate trophy and not to be missed.
See floor plan and full details here.
Al images of 53W53 via Douglas Elliman
From the Listing: Duplex Residence 72B at 53 West 53 comprises 4,216 square feet, offering three bedrooms, three-and-a-half bathrooms, and south-, north-, east-, and west-facing exposures. Gracious proportions and ceilings ranging up to approximately 10 feet set the awe-inspiring stage for world-renowned designer Thierry Despont's masterfully conceived interiors. Bespoke detailing typically reserved for privately commissioned homes abounds, while a rich yet soft palette of museum-quality finishes imbues each space with both modern glamour and timeless elegance. See floor plan and full details here.
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