Reduce energy bills by renting at Convivium, the Upper East Side's first Passive House

By CityRealty Staff | From Upper East Side Tuesday, July 16, 2024

Renderings of Convivium via Sky Management

Less than halfway through summer, 2024 is already New York's hottest year on record. New York’s first heat wave fell before summer officially began, and heat indexes above 100 degrees are expected to last until Thursday, July 18 at the soonest. As miserable as that sounds, power outages and brownouts that make air conditioning impossible would be even worse. To keep that from happening, New Yorkers are being asked to limit energy use during peak hours (defined here as 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., per Con Ed). Additionally, a number of buildings are participating in Con Ed’s Smart Usage Rewards program that pays them to reduce energy during times of peak demand.

However, some buildings naturally consume less energy all year round, having been built with sustainable features like multi-pane windows, solar shading, and/or energy-efficient heating and cooling. A hallmark of Passive House construction is an airtight building envelope that keeps buildings well insulated and thus requiring little energy for heating or cooling; another benefit is lower energy costs for residents.

One prime example is Convivium, the first Passive House development on the Upper East Side and a building projected to use 80% less energy over its lifetime as compared to the average residential building in the area. The 22-story building in the heart of Yorkville boasts an eye-catching design by Arquitectonica composed of alternating expanses of masonry and glass. Inside, the building's energy efficiency aspects made it a recipient of the New York State Energy and Development Authority (NYSERDA)’s Building of Excellence Award in 2019.

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Convivium's current availabilities start at $4,495/month for studios, $4,795/month for one-bedrooms, and $7,995/month for two-bedrooms. All prices reflect a concession of as much as one month free rent on a 12-month lease.

Convivium's 140 studio through three-bedroom apartments have versatile layouts that include alcove studios, junior one-beds, two-beds plus home office, and duplex apartments with soaring ceilings and York Avenue views. The oversized windows block out noise, yet fill the homes with natural light. The kitchens come outfitted with Italian cabinetry, Dekton countertops, Fischer Paykel and Bosch appliances, and Dornbacht fixtures. The baths feature custom Porcelanosa sinks, full baths, and showers with Dornbacht polished chrome fixtures, large vanities, and one-piece Duravit toilets. Several units have private balconies, and all apartments come with in-unit washer/dryers.

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Convivium is located a short distance from Carl Schurz Park, but offers an array of outdoor amenities such as a common landscaped garden terrace, dog run, and landscaped roof deck with seating, grilling stations, and garden allotments that allow residents to grow their own plants and vegetables. Indoor amenity offerings include a fitness center, co-working lounge, residents’ lounge, and event kitchen, children’s playroom, pet spa, media lounge, video arcade, laundry room, bike room, package room, and storage. A 24-hour doorman is on staff, and dogs under 25 pounds are welcome.

Convivium is in a fairly quiet residential section of Yorkville located a short distance from Carl Schurz Park, the Asphalt Green athletic complex, and some of the city's top private schools. It is also just steps from many restaurants, bars, and supermarkets. Transportation options include the 86th Street Q train and the East 90th Street ferry terminal.

Carl Schurz park in bloom (CityRealty)

Sidestreet streetscape of Yorkville

East River esplanade in Carl Schurz Park

Convivium, #2002
$4,995

Yorkville | Rental | Studio, 1 Bath | 544 ft²

Convivium, #2002 (Bond New York Properties LLC)

From the Listing: Enjoy glorious southern light from this high floor alcove studio with a balcony and washer-dryer in the Upper East Side's most energy efficient and celebrated luxury rental, CONVIVIUM. An entry hall leads past a wall of closets and opens into a central living area with floor-to-ceiling windows across the south wall and a top of line designed kitchen along the west wall. The kitchen features Fisher & Paykel fridge, convection oven, induction cooktop, microwave and dishwasher, all integrated within elegant Italian paneling and Dekton countertops. The washer-dryer closet is at the end of the kitchen prep space. See floor plan and full details here.

Convivium, #1702
$6,895

Yorkville | Rental | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 866 ft²

Convivium, #1702 (Bond New York Properties LLC)

From the Listing: This very special one-bedroom has a large setback terrace with built-in grill and sweeping southern views. A gourmet kitchen opens onto a large, sunny living room with a wall of floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass door that opens onto the private terrace. This is an ideal summertime home, to be enjoyed year round! The bedroom also faces south, with more over-sized windows. See floor plan and full details here.

Convivium, #910
$8,995

Yorkville | Rental | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | 1,568 ft²

Convivium, #910 (Bond New York Properties LLC)

From the Listing: Duplex living at CONVIVIUM provides the best of two worlds -- the privacy and independence of townhouse living combined with the convenience of living in a full-service amenity rich high rise. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom home is a design masterpiece with double-high ceilings in the living room, an inspiring gourmet kitchen, a sleek, distinctive staircase between levels, a home office, a downstairs bedroom and bath as well as an upstairs primary bedroom with ensuite bath. An entry foyer leads past an open dining area into a vertically impressive living room with 18' ceilings and two large window panels providing terrific natural light. See floor plan and full details here.

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