Matchless Elegance: Homes in buildings designed by Emery Roth, NYC's greatest residential architect

By CityRealty Staff | From Great Listings Thursday, April 4, 2024

Emery Roth and images of buildings and spaces he's had a hand in

Emery Roth was the United States' greatest architect of pre-war apartment buildings. While his contemporaries J. E. R. Carpenter and Rosario Candela offered sprawling layouts in their buildings on Fifth and Park Avenues, making them the most desirable for the city’s upper classes for decades, their exteriors were quite understated and conservative. The exteriors of Roth’s buildings, on the other hand, were flamboyant and adventurous.

Not only did he create romantic and very dramatic skyline structures such as The San Remo and The Beresford on Central Park West and The Ritz Tower on Park Avenue, Roth also experimented with great success with bold façade patterning such as on The Ardsley on Central Park West.

He also dabbled artfully in streamlined Art Deco-style design at the El Dorado and 601 West End Avenue and could model historical revival styles with great finesse such as at 993 Fifth Avenue, 480 Park Avenue,10 Sheridan Square, and Southgate at 434 East 54th Street.

These buildings served as a testament to New York's emergence as the premier city of the 20th century. Utilizing innovative steel-framing methods and wrapped in romantic envelopes of Neoclassical grandeur, they celebrate the accrued wealth and talent of bringing in people from across the globe. Even with many approaching or eclipsing their one-hundred-year mark, they continue to set aesthetic standards for high-end multi-family design.

299 West 12th Street
Finished in 1931 | 2 availabilities from $2.25M - $2.85M

"One of the most handsome, large, pre-war apartment buildings in the West Village. With a distinctive watertank enclosure in a Tuscan style, this 182-unit building has very nice proportions." - Carter Horsley

299 West 12th Street, #6K
$2,250,000

West Village | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 877 ft²

299 West 12th Street, #6K (OFFICIAL)

From the Listing: This fantastic condominium opportunity is located on New York City's iconic West 12th Street, immediately across from Abingdon Square Park in the heart of the West Village. Rare to market, this gracious, renovated one-bedroom sits within Bing &Bing's stunning and highly sought-after prewar full-service building, designed by renowned architect Emery Roth. See floor plan and full details here.

299 West 12th Street, #11E
$2,850,000

West Village | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

299 West 12th Street, #11E (Sothebys International Realty)

A rare and unique opportunity is now offered at 299 West 12th Street. Apt 11E with UNOBSTRUCTED DUE SOUTH views and light over the historic West Village landmarked district is available for sale. All windows face due south with an incredibly expansive view of the New York City downtown skyline. See floor plan and full details here.

39 Fifth Avenue
Finished in 1922 | No Availabilities

"Built in 1922 by Bing & Bing, one of the city's premier developers of apartment buildings, this 17-story cooperative building was one of the first tall buildings on lower Fifth Avenue. Designed by Emery Roth, the dark brown brick building is distinguished by its colorful terra-cotta decoration in the style of a loggia at the third story." - Carter Horsley

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Manhattan's West Side

The Ardsley, 320 Central Park West
Finished in 1930 | 1 availability for $850K

"There is a quality almost like that of inlaid furniture in the ribbons of contrasting brick which enrich the surfaces of the upper façades." - Elliot Willensky and Norval White

View from the Ardsley

The Ardsley, #6F
$850,000 (-2.3%)

Central Park West | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 750 ft²

The Ardsley, #6F (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Welcome to this grand light-filled one-bedroom apt. at the Ardsley, one of the most beautiful Art Deco buildings on CPW. A gracious foyer leads you into this south-facing home. Oversized picture windows frame both the living room and master bedroom with abundant light throughout the day. A separate dining area and spacious living room make this the perfect home in a remarkable building. Never a dark moment with Western exposure from the windowed kitchen and bathroom See floor plan and full details here.

145 West 86th Street
Finished in 1924 | 2 availabilities from $450K - $1.05M

"The beige-brick, Italian-Renaissance-palazzo-style building has a two-story limestone base and a canopied entrance flanked by nice globe lanterns." - Carter Horsley

145 West 86th Street, #3C
$1,050,000

Broadway Corridor | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath

145 West 86th Street, #3C (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Welcome home to this lovely full 2 bedroom and 1 bathroom home in an ideal UWS location. This super quiet and spacious apartment offers high ceilings, hardwood floors, pre-war details, and great closet space, in a well-run full-service coop. You enter via a lovely foyer with access to a spacious living room and windowed kitchen. There is a separate wing for the large bedrooms offering privacy and great closet space. The apartment offers a washer and dryer. Adding a full or half bathroom can be explored. See floor plan and full details here.

The Parc Vendome, 350 West 57th Street
Finished in 1931 | 5 availabilities from $795K

"A very elegant apartment complex clustered about a large communal garden, this location has steadily improved in recent decades with such nearby high-rise neighbors as Columbus Center, One Central Park West, and the Hearst Building." - Carter Horsley

The Parc Vendome, #4J
$749,000

Midtown West | Condominium | Studio, 1 Bath | 582 ft²

The Parc Vendome, #4J (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Welcome to Apartment 4J, a charming oversized studio approx. 600 s/f nestled within the prestigious Parc Vendome condominium. From the moment you step inside, you'll be enchanted by the prewar elegance showcased in every detail. The spacious layout boasts a separate sleeping alcove, ideal for a queen-size bed, and a generously sized main living area, perfect for dining and entertaining. Original hardwood floors, high-beamed ceilings, and beautiful casement windows add character and warmth to the space. Enjoy abundant natural light and peaceful tree-lined views through three large south-facing windows. See floor plan and full details here.

The Parc Vendome, #8D
$1,295,000

Midtown West | Condominium | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1,179 ft²

The Parc Vendome, #8D (Christies International Real Estate Group LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome to The Parc Vendome, a prestigious Pre-War condominium at 340 West 57th Street! The building is distinctive for its award-winning English gardens, fountain, white-glove service, and amenities. This exceptionally capacious one-bedroom, one-bathroom home is a pre- war gem, eight stories above one of the most quintessential areas of all of New York City! See floor plan and full details here.

The Normandy, 140 Riverside Drive
Finished in 1938 | No availabilities

(via Compass)

"This hybrid of Moderne and classical styling resulted in a graceful and unique composition which is at once conservative and forward-looking.” - Steve Ruttenbaum, "Mansions in the Clouds, The Skyscraper Palazzi of Emery Roth."

601 West End Avenue
Finished in 1915 | No Availabilities

"This is one of the city's most elegant and distinguished apartment buildings. Not only is it entirely clad in limestone, but its many unusual and notable design elements predate Art Deco flourishes with a quite bold, yet restrained composition." - Carter Horsley

Chester Court, 201 West 89th Street
Finished in 1925 | One availability for $2.2M

"The building's very pleasant façade has fine decorative masonry mullions and a deep light court above the first floor on its Broadway frontage." - Carter Horsley

Chester Court, #10A
$2,200,000

Broadway Corridor | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,800 ft²

Chester Court, #10A (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome to this stunning 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom co-op located at 201 W 89th St in Manhattan's Upper West Side. This spacious home is host to a total of 5.5 rooms with the classic traditional layout of the prewar period of the building, and is situated in Chester Court, a full-service building with impressive architectural elements including the original terra-cotta exterior building features and impressive lobby. See floor plan and full details here.

15 West 81st Street
Finished in 1930 | 6 availabilities from $995K - $8.75M

"One of the city's finest mid-block residential pre-war buildings, 15 West 81st Street was designed by Emery Roth, the architect of the very grand Beresford just two doors to the east. It is across 81st Street from the enormous American Museum of Natural History and its luminous Rose Center for Earth and Space." - Carter Horsley

15 West 81st Street, #8D
$3,850,000

Central Park West | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths

15 West 81st Street, #8D (Compass)

From the Listing: Experience elegance on a grand scale with this high-floor, Classic Six room residence at 15 West 81st Street, situated on one of Manhattan's most prestigious blocks. This home boasts sun-drenched views of the Museum of Natural History, the Rose Planetarium, and the expanse of Central Park, culminating in a breathtaking panorama of the Midtown skyline. Meticulously restored to honor the original design by Emery Roth, the residence features historical integrity in every detail—from the herringbone floors to the ornate moldings and robust hardware built to endure for centuries. See floor plan and full details here.

The Alden, 225 Central Park West
Finished in 1926 | One availability for $4.65M

"A handsome neo-renaissance building by Emery Roth with an impressive entrance marquee that is one block north of its 'cousin', the Beresford apartment building." - Carter Horsley

The Alden, #818 (Compass)

The Alden, #1001
$4,650,000 (-6.1%)

Central Park West | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

The Alden, #1001 (Compass)

From the Listing: Wrap yourself in breathtaking Central Park views in this exceptional two-bedroom, two-bathroom showplace in one of the best cooperatives on Central Park West. Perfectly positioned on the southeastern corner of a revered Emery Roth building, this spacious apartment is filled with iconic park views and glorious natural light. Prewar details, including soaring beamed ceilings and classic millwork, add an elegant ambiance, while an updated open layout and contemporary conveniences suit modern lifestyles. See floor plan and full details here.

The San Remo, 145 Central Park West
Finished in 1930 | One availabiliy from $15.75M

"The San Remo’s two towers convey a lyrical, uplifting feeling, similar to the religious aura of a medieval cathedral." - Steven Ruttenbaum, “Mansions in the Clouds, The Skyscraper Palazzi of Emery Roth”

The San Remo, #4C
$15,750,000 (-10%)

Central Park West | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths

The San Remo, #4C (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Perfectly situated in the premier prewar co-operative, The San Remo, this extraordinary thirteen into ten room corner residence has been expertly renovated by the renowned architectural firm Hottenroth + Joseph with C-Squared Contracting executing the construction. Drenched in sunlight, this stunning residence has three magnificent entertaining rooms overlooking Central Park. Fit for entertaining and everyday living, each room boasts a grand scale, generous proportions, and refined finishes throughout.

There are three to four-bedroom suites, four full bathrooms and a powder room. The residence features 10-foot ceilings, original restored Emery Roth historical details, custom millwork, and moldings, raised doorways, twenty-three windows, solid Mahogany doors, Nanz hardware, and Waterworks fixtures. See floor plan and full details here.

The Beresford, 211 Central Park West
Finished in 1929 | 10 availabilities from $2.999M - $19.5M

The Beresford (Brown Harris Stevens)

"A monumental and magnificent residential palazzo, the building has always been one of the city's grandest addresses with wonderful apartment layouts, rich details and great views." - Carter Horsley

The Beresford, #19D20D
$19,500,000

Central Park West | Cooperative | 5 Bedrooms, 6+ Baths | 4,400 ft²

The Beresford, #19D20D (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Perched high atop the Beresford on Central Park West, the proposed combination of the 19th Floor and 20th Floor D Line corner apartments present an extraordinary opportunity. The assemblage by the current owner, of these two spectacular units allows for the creation of a large high floor aerie with breathtaking 270-degree views above Central Park and the Natural History Museum.

Even more extraordinary is the existence of comprehensive architectural drawings meticulously drawn up by Peter Pennoyer to meld these two apartments into a glorious duplex. Fortuitously the plan was approved in 2018 by the Beresford cooperative Board as well as by the Department of Buildings in NYC. As is customary, resubmission and reapproval of any plans will be necessary for the new owner. See floor plan and full details here.

The Oliver Cromwell, 12 West 72nd Street
Finished in 1926 | 2 availabilities from $1.345M - $1.995M

"This 30-story tower is credited with ushering in the transformation of its parkside neighborhood into one of the most architecturally distinctive areas in the city...It is one of Manhattan's finest free-standing towers of the 1920s." - Steven Ruttenbaum in his book, "Mansions in the Clouds, the Skyscraper Palazzi of Emery Roth"

The Oliver Cromwell, #16EF
$1,995,000

Central Park West | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

The Oliver Cromwell, #16EF (Compass)

From the Listing: With stunning views and a prime location, the strength of this gracious corner residence is multi-faceted! The generously sized living room has oversized windows (taking full advantage of the views), gorgeous herringbone hardwood floors, and ever-functional, masterfully designed custom built-ins. Configured to compliment the living room, the dining room currently acts as a second casual entertaining space but could easily convert to a formal dining room, home office OR third bedroom (please see the alternative floor plan). See floor plan and full details here.

The Eldorado, 300 Central Park West
Finished in 1930 | 4 availabilities from $1.15M - $6.95M

"The Eldorado’s twin peaks dominate the cityscape around the reservoir in Central Park and accentuate its streamlined, rocketship-like Art Deco-style looks. It boasts great views and it's close to the tennis courts in Central Park." - Carter Horsley

The Eldorado, #16B
$6,250,000 (-6.7%)

Central Park West | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths

The Eldorado, #16B (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Beyond beautiful, this exquisite custom-designed home is like an Hermes jacket with hidden suede-lined pockets -- the epitome of luxury. Sumptuous furnishings overlay environmentally friendly materials making this true triple mint terraced gem a rare opportunity at the Eldorado, one of the preeminent trophy buildings on Central Park. See floor plan and full details here.

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, 50 Central Park South
Finished in 1930 | No availabilities

"For decades, this property was considered a “bargain” hotel for Central Park South, but its conversion into a luxury hotel with huge condominium apartments at the top radically changed its status, definitely for the better. Fabulous views and convenience to the best Midtown has to offer." - Carter Horsley

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Manhattan's East Side

Eastgate, 225 and 235 East 73rd Street
Finished in 1929 | 2 availabilities from $385K

Eastgate (Elegran)

"The six buildings of Eastgate are not identical, but consist of three "twins," facing each other across the street, but not perfectly aligned. The buildings have excellent masonry accented by asymmetrical "knobbing" of bricks to provide greater façade texture. " - Carter Horsley

Eastgate, #4C
$2,395,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths

Eastgate, #4C (Compass)

From the Listing: Welcome home to this true 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom pre-war coop on one of the most charming blocks on the Upper East Side. 4C is a generously scaled prewar apartment that has lovely and lush treetop views facing south onto 73rd Street. A large foyer with huge closets and a washer and dryer leads to an oversized living room with a beautiful mantel and a working wood-burning fireplace. The crisp white kitchen has tons of storage and top-of-the-line appliances with a large island offering casual day-to-day dining. The open flow between the gracious living room and the kitchen creates a lovely inviting atmosphere. See floor plan and full details here.

Southgate, 434 East 52nd Street
Finished in 1927 | 15 availabilities from $650K - $2.3M

"This development of five buildings was designed by Emery Roth for Bing & Bing, one of the city's premier builders of upper-middle-class housing in the 1920's and 1930's. The richly textured reddish salmon brick façades and sparse but good Art Deco detailing added significantly to the ambiance of the "Beekman Place" area." - Carter Horsley

Southgate, #9B
$695,000 (-9.2%)

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 800 ft²

Southgate, #9B (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Move right into this renovated Emory Roth prewar one-bedroom overlooking The East River and Georgian Townhouses! Located in the historic Beekman Place neighborhood, it is ideal for a pied-a-terre or a full time residence. The apartment features a welcoming gracious foyer. The sun-filled living room with beam ceilings, fireplace and custom built-ins is an inviting space. See floor plan and full details here.

Southgate, #15D
$1,100,000 (-4.3%)

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,200 ft²

Southgate, #15D (Compass)

From the Listing: Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, 400 East 52nd Street is part of the Southgate complex, which was developed in 1927 by Bing and Bing who commissioned the famed Emory Roth to design the five buildings. The white-glove buildings feature full-time DOORMAN, staff, live-super and on-site building management. Amenities include common GARDENS, private STORAGE available for purchase, FREE BIKE ROOM and central LAUNDRY. See floor plan and full details here.

Southgate, #9F
$2,098,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths | 1,872 ft²

Southgate, #9F (R New York)

From the Listing: Welcome to Southgate! Prewar art deco building designed by architect Emery Roth! Spacious and renovated corner apartment, offers a generous open floor plan, four exposures, high beamed ceilings, four walk in closets and expensive built-ins.Open and large Living room/Dining room, great for entertainment, fire place and a custom wet bar. See floor plan and full details here.

Southgate, #PH2
$2,300,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

Southgate, #PH2 (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Step inside this showstopper One Bedroom/One Bathroom Penthouse with a private wraparound terrace atop The Southgate Building in Manhattan's Beekman neighborhood. Home to ten-time Tony award winner Tommy Tune who has been recognized for his achievements in acting, singing, dancing, directing, producing and choreography. This sun-drenched penthouse is a true oasis in one of Beekman's finest pre-war co-ops. See floor plan and full details here.

Southgate, #4E
$1,499,500

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Southgate, #4E (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Soaring ceilings and beautiful tree views! This dramatic and unique two-bedroom, two-bathroom home features a stunning sunken living room with 13-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, and oversized windows looking onto a tranquil tree-lined cul-de-sac. See floor plan and full details here.

129 East 82nd Street
Finished in 1916 | No availabilities

"This handsome, 11-story, dark brown-brick, apartment building was erected in 1916 and converted to a cooperative in 1988. The building has a limestone base with a one-step-up, canopied entrance flanked by wall lanterns. " - Carter Horsley

Eastgate, 210 East 73rd Street
Finished in 1928 | One availabilities for 749K

"Built between 1928 and 1936, Eastgate consists of six, brown-brick apartment buildings in the middle of the 73rd Street block between Third and Second Avenues. The Third Avenue "El," of course, was in full roar at the time so it is not surprising that the complex did not extend itself to Third Avenue. " - Carter Horsley

210 East 73rd Street, #1E
$749,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath

210 East 73rd Street, #1E (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: Welcome to apartment 1E, a lovely pre-war apartment overlooking a beautifully planted garden. This apartment has the unique convenience of being on the lobby level and one flight above the street. See floor plan and full details here.

435 East 57th Street
Finished in 1927 | Two availabilities from $579K - $1.75M

"On one of the nicest blocks along 57th Street, this building has a two-story, rusticated limestone base, multi-paned windows, sidewalk landscaping, a doorman, and very attractive escutcheons and putti on the façade." - Carter Horsley

435 East 57th Street, #3B
$1,750,000

Beekman/Sutton Place | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

435 East 57th Street, #3B (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Sunny, South-facing, turn-key apartment in beautiful five-room Emery Roth Pre-war cooperative.Thorough yet gracious unit renovation which includes contemporary finishes with traditional period architectural details in this apartment on lovely tree-lined East 57th Street. Large living room with separate, well-proportioned adjacent dining area. The two large bedrooms are accompanied by ensuite bathrooms.The unit is lined by multiple large front-facing windows. See floor plan and full details here.

969 Park Avenue
Finished in 1912 | 3 availabilities from $750K - $1.895M

"A large, pre-war apartment building with evenly spaced windows two blocks to the east of the main entrance of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and one block east of P.S. 6. It was designed by Pickering & Walker and remodeled in 1941 by Emery Roth and S. R. Bishop." - Carter Horsley

969 Park Avenue, #9E
$1,395,000

Carnegie Hill | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

969 Park Avenue, #9E (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: This quiet pre-war apartment boasts high ceilings, a large entry foyer, split bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an abundance of natural light. The windowed kitchen has ample counter space & storage, perfect for culinary needs. An office nook provides a spot to focus, and there is plenty of bookshelves, closet space and storage throughout. See floor plan and full details here.

215 East 73rd Street
Finished in 1928 | No availabilities

"The Eastgate buildings were erected by Bing & Bing and designed by Emery Roth and the development was initially known as East Village and its apartments were marketed as "mansionettes." Most of the units had sunken living rooms and fireplaces although in the last two to built, 230 and 235 East 73rd Street, the fireplaces were merely decorative and did not work." - Carter Horsley

480 Park Avenue
Finished in 1929 | 6 availabilities from $1.095M

(via Compass)

"One of the few remaining great residential buildings on Park Avenue south of 59th Street and north of Grand Central Terminal, 480 Park Avenue has a grand lobby that would put most grand hotels to shame." - Carter Horsley

480 Park Avenue, #18H
$5,395,000 (-10.1%)

Midtown East | Cooperative | 4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths

480 Park Avenue, #18H (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: The journey begins at the private landing with double elevators. This leads into the spacious entrance gallery of this graciously proportioned home. The mint condition home is approximately 3,400 ft interior + 600 ft exterior. It boasts exceptional details throughout, with the highest quality and finest craftsmanship. Enjoy the elegant, grand-scale living space with high ceilings, large window frames, and a gas fireplace. See floor plan and full details here.

480 Park Avenue, #20FL
$1,695,000 (-10.6%)

Midtown East | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

480 Park Avenue, #20FL (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)

From the Listing: Sophisticated 2-Bedroom, 2-Bath in prime Park Avenue location. Unlike lower floor apartments in this line, 20D has VIEWS and SUNLIGHT! Approximately 1,500 sq feet with pre-war features including high ceilings, wood burning fireplace, herringbone wood floors, gracious entry foyer, and superb closet space. A washer/dryer can be installed in the apartment.The gracious room sizes, high ceilings and quiet exposure all add to this airy and happy home. See floor plan and full details here.

140 East 28th Street
Finished in 1931 | One availability for $435K

"This very handsome, brown-brick building is across the street from Our Lady of the Scapular and St. Stephen Church, Order of Carmelites. The building has a very attractive rooftop water-tank enclosure with a broken-pediment and arched window." - Carter Horsley

Common roof garden

140 East 28th Street, #8A
$435,000

Murray Hill | Cooperative | Studio, 1 Bath

140 East 28th Street, #8A (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: This idyllic and gracious pre-war Studio is situated on a picturesque tree-lined street in a prime Kips Bay location at the full-service and beautifully maintained 140 East 28th Street Cooperative. As you enter this versatile home, your eye will be drawn to a confluence of striking pre-war characteristics - graceful archway opening into the Living Room, four large windows welcoming warm light flowing from the southern exposure, generous ceiling heights and the centerpiece gorgeous wood burning fireplace. The Studio is large enough to seamlessly create a natural division of living area, sleeping area and dining area. See floor plan and full details here.

Ritz Tower, 465 Park Avenue
Finished in 1926 | 8 availabilities from $500K - $2.95M

"The city's most elegant apartment hotel, the Ritz at 465 Park Avenue on the northeast corner at 57th Street, is best known for its rooftop finials, and as the former site of Le Pavillon, the famous and expensive French restaurant that for many years occupied most of its 57th Street retail frontage." - Carter Horsley

Ritz Tower, #409
$1,350,000 (-9.7%)

Midtown East | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths

Ritz Tower, #409 (Sothebys International Realty)

From the Listing: Welcome to Apartment 409, where you will immerse yourself in this beautifully renovated four-room residence at the prestigious Ritz Tower. Designed with unparalleled comfort and elegance in mind, this upscale cooperative offers a rare opportunity to experience luxury living in one of Manhattan's most elite buildings.

The expansive living room boasts herringbone hardwood floors, high ceilings, crown molding, and panoramic windows that fill the space with natural light. Entertain seamlessly with a discreet bar and a convenient powder room. See floor plan and full details here.

Ritz Tower, #18E
$2,250,000

Midtown East | Cooperative | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Ritz Tower, #18E (Elegran LLC)

From the Listing: Experience luxurious living at The Ritz Tower, a meticulously renovated two-bedroom residence in the heart of Manhattan. This home seamlessly combines modern elegance with unmatched comfort, showcasing a fusion of contemporary design and timeless charm. Every detail has been carefully curated to offer an exceptional living experience. See floor plan and full details here.

880 Fifth Avenue
Finished in 1948 | 8 availabilities from $1.549M - $11.5M

"880 Fifth Avenue on the northeast corner at 69th Street was one of the first apartment buildings to be erected after World War II and the last one to be completed by Emery Roth, the architect who designed many of the city's most famous residential skyscrapers. " - Carter Horsley

880 Fifth Avenue, #7C
$2,350,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths

880 Fifth Avenue, #7C (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Fifth Avenue with spectacular direct western Central Park views from every room And a bonus-the living room is a corner with a south facing window in addition to the large western Park view window. Recently and masterfully renovated, this oversized 1 bedroom/1.5 baths is more than xxx mint. See floor plan and full details here.

880 Fifth Avenue, #14C
$2,750,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths

880 Fifth Avenue, #14C (Compass)

From the Listing: Direct, panoramic views of Central Park and NYC landmarks right from your very own home, from billionaire’s row to the majestic buildings that line Central Park West! This one-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home begins with an elegant foyer adorned with striking Macassar Ebony walls, that opens up to generously sized living and dining areas, where one can enjoy exceptional views of Central Park. This home is bathed in natural light all day long, with westerly hues blanketing the interior at the end of the day as you watch the sunset over Central Park.

The finishes are impeccable in this well-appointed home, from Venetian plastered walls, stunning walnut floors and stately crown moldings, along with modern conveniences including customized Lutron lighting and AV systems, zoned air control as well as automated blinds. Tour this gorgeous home today! See floor plan and full details here.

880 Fifth Avenue, #2D
$4,300,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths

880 Fifth Avenue, #2D (Keller Williams NYC)

From the Listing: Welcome to 880 Fifth Avenue Apt. 2D. This three-bedroom, classic six, is a true Art Deco masterpiece with breathtaking Central Park views!You will immediately feel at home and be mesmerized by the natural light cascading through the expansive living room windows, and fall in love with the spacious open layout which is perfect for entertaining, with tree-line views of Central Park overlooking Fifth Avenue. The living room features a decorative fireplace, custom draperies, and coved moldings. T See floor plan and full details here.

880 Fifth Avenue, #3B
$4,750,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths

880 Fifth Avenue, #3B (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: Chic and sophisticated three-bedroom home at 880 Fifth Avenue, an impeccably run full-service cooperative perfectly located on Fifth Avenue between 69th and 70th streets. Meticulously renovated to the highest level and designed by renowned decorator Paula Caravelli, this mint-condition 7 into 6-room home is not to be missed.

All entertaining rooms are found off of a lovely and gracious entry gallery. This creates an ideal flow and airiness throughout the apartment. Facing the verdant views of Central Park, the living room is generously proportioned with custom built-in shelving and beautiful fireplace with marble mantle. See floor plan and full details here.

Imperial House, 150 East 69th Street
Finished in 1960 | 7 availabilities from$1.9M - $3.495M

"Designed by Emery Roth & Sons, Imperial House was built in 1960 on the former site of the New York Foundling Hospital." - Carter Horsley

Imperial House, #10N
$3,495,000

Lenox Hill | Cooperative | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Baths

Imperial House, #10N (Corcoran Group)

From the Listing: 150 East 69th Street is the quintessential Emery Roth masterpiece of design. Apartment 10N is a spectacular 3- or 4-bedroom home that exemplifies the grand scale he is known for. From the moment you enter the massive entry gallery, you are surrounded by light and grace. With 9 foot plus coffered ceilings, custom displays for art and sculpture, and generously sized rooms that are perfect for entertaining, you will feel how special the space truly is. See floor plan and full details here.

1175 Park Avenue
Finished in 1925 | 2 availabilities from $2.35M - $12.5M

"The handsome, pre-war building has a very elegant base with many pilasters between the second and third floors over a rusticated one-story limestone base, and very pronounced window surrounds on the top floor under a strong cornice. " - Carter Horsley

1175 Park Avenue, #9A
$12,500,000 (-8.8%)

Carnegie Hill | Cooperative | 5 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths | 4,400 ft²

1175 Park Avenue, #9A (Sloane Square LLC)

From the Listing: Come see this Fully Renovated, Triple MINT condition, Architecturally Designed 4,400 sqft, 12 into 11 Room/5 Bedroom/Library/4.5 Bathroom Fabulous Apartment right on Park Avenue! This Apartment's extraordinary layout was created by a renowned Brazilian Architect. The layout has 4 areas (Living, Entertainment, Bedroom, and Kitchen) which are brilliantly connected by a large Central Gallery and Hallways. See floor plan and full details here.

930 Fifth Avenue
Finished in 1940 | One availability for $1.999M

"This classical-style apartment house has Italian Renaissance motifs and a superior location facing the model boat pond in Central Park. " - Carter Horsley

930 Fifth Avenue, #11D
$1,999,000

Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. | Cooperative | 1 Bedroom, 2 Baths

930 Fifth Avenue, #11D (Compass)

From the Listing: Located on the corner of 74th and Fifth Avenue, 930 Fifth is one of the most prestigious and sought-after buildings in the heart of the Upper East Side. Apartment 11D is situated on the western side of the building and has undergone an immaculate renovation that is noticeable from the moment you walk through the door. See floor plan and full details here.

130 East End Avenue
Finished in 1929 | 1 availability for $7.5M

"It is the easternmost apartment building on 86th Street and across 86th Street from the very attractive townhouses of Henderson Place." - Carter Horsley

130 East End Avenue, #PHB
$7,500,000 (-27.2%)

Yorkville | Cooperative | 4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Baths

130 East End Avenue, #PHB (Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC)

From the Listing: From this penthouse you can watch the sunrise from the wide planted terrace to the east at the beginning of the day and then see it set at the end of the day at the west side of the terrace. And all day long tall glass sliding doors open for an even closer look at the endless sky and ever-changing views of the swirling currents of the East River.THE penthouse located on the top two levels of a beautifully situated Emory Roth cooperative at East End Avenue and East 86th Street, the UPPER ENTERTAINING LEVEL is surrounded by a large planted terrace facing east, south, and west. The living room has a wood-burning fireplace and floor-to-ceiling sliding doors enabling easy access for indoor/outdoor living. See floor plan and full details here.

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299 West 12th Street Finished in 1931 | 2 availabilities from $2.25M - $2.85M

"One of the most handsome, large, pre-war apartment buildings in the West Village. With a distinctive watertank enclosure in a Tuscan style, this 182-unit building has very nice proportions." - Carter Horsley

39 Fifth Avenue Finished in 1922 | No Availabilities

The Ardsley, 320 Central Park West Finished in 1930 | 1 availability for $850K

"There is a quality almost like that of inlaid furniture in the ribbons of contrasting brick which enrich the surfaces of the upper façades." - Elliot Willensky and Norval White

145 West 86th Street Finished in 1924 | 2 availabilities from $450K - $1.05M

"The beige-brick, Italian-Renaissance-palazzo-style building has a two-story limestone base and a canopied entrance flanked by nice globe lanterns." - Carter Horsley

The Parc Vendome, 350 West 57th Street Finished in 1931 | 5 availabilities from $795K

"A very elegant apartment complex clustered about a large communal garden, this location has steadily improved in recent decades with such nearby high-rise neighbors as Columbus Center, One Central Park West, and the Hearst Building." - Carter Horsley

The Normandy, 140 Riverside Drive Finished in 1938 | No availabilities

"This hybrid of Moderne and classical styling resulted in a graceful and unique composition which is at once conservative and forward-looking.” - Steve Ruttenbaum, "Mansions in the Clouds, The Skyscraper Palazzi of Emery Roth."

601 West End Avenue Finished in 1915 | No Availabilities

"This is one of the city's most elegant and distinguished apartment buildings. Not only is it entirely clad in limestone, but its many unusual and notable design elements predate Art Deco flourishes with a quite bold, yet restrained composition." - Carter Horsley

Chester Court, 201 West 89th Street Finished in 1925 | One availability for $2.2M

"The building's very pleasant façade has fine decorative masonry mullions and a deep light court above the first floor on its Broadway frontage." - Carter Horsley

15 West 81st Street Finished in 1930 | 6 availabilities from $995K - $8.75M

The Alden, 225 Central Park West Finished in 1926 | One availability for $4.65M

"A handsome neo-renaissance building by Emery Roth with an impressive entrance marquee that is one block north of its 'cousin', the Beresford apartment building." - Carter Horsley

The San Remo, 145 Central Park West Finished in 1930 | One availabiliy from $15.75M

"The San Remo’s two towers convey a lyrical, uplifting feeling, similar to the religious aura of a medieval cathedral." - Steven Ruttenbaum, “Mansions in the Clouds, The Skyscraper Palazzi of Emery Roth”

The Beresford, 211 Central Park West Finished in 1929 | 10 availabilities from $2.999M - $19.5M

"A monumental and magnificent residential palazzo, the building has always been one of the city's grandest addresses with wonderful apartment layouts, rich details and great views." - Carter Horsley

The Oliver Cromwell, 12 West 72nd Street Finished in 1926 | 2 availabilities from $1.345M - $1.995M

The Eldorado, 300 Central Park West Finished in 1930 | 4 availabilities from $1.15M - $6.95M

"The Eldorado’s twin peaks dominate the cityscape around the reservoir in Central Park and accentuate its streamlined, rocketship-like Art Deco-style looks. It boasts great views and it's close to the tennis courts in Central Park." - Carter Horsley

The Ritz-Carlton Residences, 50 Central Park South Finished in 1930 | No availabilities

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Eastgate, 225 and 235 East 73rd Street Finished in 1929 | 2 availabilities from $385K

"The six buildings of Eastgate are not identical, but consist of three "twins," facing each other across the street, but not perfectly aligned. The buildings have excellent masonry accented by asymmetrical "knobbing" of bricks to provide greater façade texture. " - Carter Horsley

Southgate, 434 East 52nd Street Finished in 1927 | 15 availabilities from $650K - $2.3M

129 East 82nd Street Finished in 1916 | No availabilities

"This handsome, 11-story, dark brown-brick, apartment building was erected in 1916 and converted to a cooperative in 1988. The building has a limestone base with a one-step-up, canopied entrance flanked by wall lanterns. " - Carter Horsley

Eastgate, 210 East 73rd Street Finished in 1928 | One availabilities for 749K

435 East 57th Street Finished in 1927 | Two availabilities from $579K - $1.75M

"On one of the nicest blocks along 57th Street, this building has a two-story, rusticated limestone base, multi-paned windows, sidewalk landscaping, a doorman, and very attractive escutcheons and putti on the façade." - Carter Horsley

969 Park Avenue Finished in 1912 | 3 availabilities from $750K - $1.895M

"A large, pre-war apartment building with evenly spaced windows two blocks to the east of the main entrance of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and one block east of P.S. 6. It was designed by Pickering & Walker and remodeled in 1941 by Emery Roth and S. R. Bishop." - Carter Horsley

215 East 73rd Street Finished in 1928 | No availabilities

480 Park Avenue Finished in 1929 | 6 availabilities from $1.095M