Consider a NYC Green Home. Featuring all of the amenities of traditional doorman, luxury hi-rises; eco-friendly buildings offer something even more: peace of mind.

Set your mind at ease. Not only will you purchase a home which is built from re-used, recycled, reusable or sustainable products, a home in which the air and water is filtered, and the rainwater reused to keep the grounds beautified, but you will also purchase a house in a micro-market that seems to be weathering the current economic downturn. According to Lydia Depillis’ article in the November 13, 2008 “New York Observer Article” the market for environmentally friendly housing in New York City is “…going strong: Driven by growing demand for eco-friendly living and working space, developers are forging full steam ahead on plans to obtain green certification.”

With many new LEED certified buildings in Manhattan, Queens and Brooklyn, you’ll have a variety of neighborhoods and styles to choose from. Of course, you’ll have to do your due diligence by reviewing the building’s financials and having a lawyer look over your contract before purchasing.

Have questions? Want more information on LEED certified buildings? Would you like a tour of the newest eco-friendly condos? Ask Lala.

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Location: 80 Metropolitan (Kent Avenue and Wythe Avenue)
Size: 123 units
Prices: $425K to $1.6M
Expected Occupancy: immediate
Developer: Steiner New York
Architect: GreenbergFarrow
Sales and Marketing: Halstead Property

Overview: Williamsburg Grows Up

For years, the joke has been that the best thing about Williamsburg is that it’s the East Village, while the worst thing about it is… that it’s the new East Village. 10 years ago, this meant that Williamsburg was filled with hipsters flocking to art openings, loft parties, or shows at dive bars. While this facet of Williamsburg life is still there (and there to stay), Williamsburg has come to resemble the East Village in other aspects well. These include the presences of sushi restaurants, upscale lounges, designer furniture stores and, now, luxury condominiums.

80 Metropolitan is a completely new condo development, built on the site of the Old Dutch Mustard Company building. GreenbergFarrow’s design is tastefully reminiscent of the site’s- and neighborhood’s- industrial character. This does not mean that life inside 80 Metropolitan in any way resembles life inside a warehouse loft. The units’ luxurious kitchens include Liebherr refrigerators, Miele ovens and cook tops, Bosch dishwashers, marble finishes, polished Caesarstone countertops, lacquer and glass cabinetry with Wenge details, and garbage disposals. Baths include glass showers with marble benches, double sinks, Grohe Rainwater Showerheads, and custom Wenge Vanities. In apartment washers and dryers ensure the best of both worlds: living in Williamsburg, but never having to schlep down to the twenty-four hour laundromat on Bedford and Metropolitan.

Raves & Faves
80 Metropolitan is in one of the choicest locations New York has to offer. Situated on the waterfront, the building offers fantastic views of the Williamsburg Bridge and the Manhattan skyline. This proximity offers convenience as well; the city is one stop away on the L train, or a short cab ride over the bridge. Just as precious is the separation from the city; the calm Williamsburg waterfront is a welcome change from the rat race of Manhattan.

The most enticing part of the location, though, is the chance to be right in the thick of Williamsburg. The neighborhood’s central avenue, Bedford, is three blocks away. Hundreds of the city’s hippest destinations- from bars, to venues, to up and coming art galleries- can be found within a few blocks of 80 Metropolitan.

Not So Hot
The Williamsburg waterfront is still a largely industrial area, though this is changing as more developments are built. The area is populated with old warehouses (many of which have been converted to lofts or art spaces) and covered with vibrant graffiti. Some condo buyers may prefer to buy in more conventional condo locales, and leave the Williamsburg waterfront to more adventurous souls.

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Interested in buying at 80 Metropolitan? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at 80 Metropolitan and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Units: Layout and Pricing
The six-story project features 114 condo units. These consist of studios, one bedrooms, and two bedrooms, and go for between $450 thousand and $1.4 million. One of the more unique options offered by 80 Metropolitan is its nine three-story townhouses. Much of residential Williamsburg (like much of Brooklyn in general) is made of three and four story walkups. 80 Metropolitan’s townhouses- which go for between $1.1 and $1.6 million- provide an opportunity to enjoy condo amenities, while still living in a more traditional Brooklyn home.

Location & Neighborhood
Williamsburg is recognized as one of the hippest neighborhoods in the world. On any given night, amazing art and music can be found here. Coffee shops, bars, and book and record stores abound. In the eyes of many people, Williamsburg has surpassed every neighborhood in Manhattan, and become New York City’s premier nightlife destination.

At the same time, Williamsburg is very livable Brooklyn neighborhood. As the young artists of the 80s and 90s have grown older and started families, Williamsburg has become quite family friendly. Rock bands and mothers with strollers can routinely be found chatting with each other as they share fresh bagels on Bedford Avenue.

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Location: 2628 Broadway and 245 W. 99th Street (Broadway and W. 99th Street)
Size: 137 units total
Prices: $1.6 through $14.5 million
Expected Occupancy: immediate
Developer: Extell Development Company
Architect: Cetra/ Ruddy
Sales and Marketing: Corcoran group

Overview: Ariel East and West- Family Friendly Luxury, Rising Over The West Side

Ariel East and Ariel West- a pair of striking glass towers on W. 99th Street and Broadway, respectively- can be seen from both New Jersey and the East Side. The two towers are architecturally very different from each other, but they stand together high above their Upper West Side neighborhood.

While striking, The Ariel Condominiums are also surprisingly livable. This is especially true for families. The buildings offer lush parkland views, child friendly common areas such as playrooms and gardens, and are comprised solely of multiple bedroom units. They offer an ideal option for who want a nice place to raise their family, but still want to live give up luxury high-rise life.

Raves & Faves
The height and placement of Ariel East and West allow for some truly majestic views. Floor to ceiling glass windows help maximize this experience.

The Ariel condominiums also offer less contemplative pleasures. In addition to all the standard amenities, such as full time doorman, concierge, and fitness center, Ariel East and Ariel West offer many other unique and family friendly extras such as private theater, billiards parlor and even a pet grooming salon.

Not So Hot
The Ariel Towers caused quite a stir when they were built, and are not universally popular in the neighborhood. Everyone agreed that the buildings radically changed the neighborhood’s look, but not everyone welcomed the change. The controversy was documented in depth by Jim Rasenberger in the New York Times this past June. While many people relish living in such a notable building, others may find themselves more at home in a less notable- and less controversial- building.

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Interested in buying at either Ariel East or Ariel West? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at the Ariel Condominiums and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Units: Layout and Pricing
The towers contain a total of 137 condos-—64 in Ariel East and 73 in Ariel West. These units include two to five bedroom residences. Two bedrooms list for between $1.6 and $2.5 million, three bedrooms list for between $2.3 and $3.6 million, four bedrooms list for $2.3 through 3 million, five bedrooms list for between $4.9 and $7 million, and penthouses go for $14.5 million.

Location & Neighborhood
Ariel East and Ariel West are in a classic, family friendly Upper West Side neighborhood. The area is pleasantly nestled between Central and Riverside Parks. The best the Upper West Side has to offer- from shopping to dining to cultural institutions- is steps away.

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Location: 1200 Fifth Avenue (E. 101st and E. 102nd Streets)
Size: 59 units
Prices: $1.5 to $14.5 million
Expected Occupancy: 2008
Developer: Joseph Nakash, Joseph Chetrit, Lloyd Goldman and Mann Realty
Architect: Emery Roth
Sales and Marketing: Corcoran Sunshine

Overview: 1200 Fifth Avenue- Old World Charm and New World Luxury

Condo buyers are often forced to choose between the charm of a pre-war building and the luxury of a new development. The conversion of 1200 Fifth Avenue means that you can have both at the same time. Modern luxury amenities have been seamlessly worked into 1200 Fifth Avenue, without disturbing the elegance that has graced the building since it was first built in 1928. High-beamed ceilings co-exist with central air and tilt-and-turn picture windows; old world craftsmanship co-exists with electric fireplaces, state of the art kitchen appliances, and a fitness room.

1200 Fifth Avenue’s northerly location on E. 101st Street means that it is slightly removed from the competitiveness and bustle of Carnegie Hill (some might say mercifully so), without sacrificing any value. Furthermore, the fact that 1200 Fifth Avenue is a condo building means that you can buy Fifth Avenue real estate directly, without having to go through the involved condo board approval process.


Raves & Faves
Emery Roth is a legendary architect, best known for Central Park West buildings such as The San Remo, The Eldarado, and The Beresford. 1200 Fifth is a less imposing- but equally impressive- East Side cousin to those buildings. From the first step through the three-story limestone entranceway, it is clear that 1200 Fifth Avenue comes from a different time. New condo developments do not possess the same combination of spaciousness, craftsmanship, and elegance.


Not So Hot
1200 Fifth Avenue is located in Lower East Harlem. The neighborhood is definitely changing, and this makes 1200 Fifth Avenue a good investment opportunity. The very presence of the 1200 Fifth Avenue condos will help to accelerate this process. In the short term, though, some might feel that the surrounding neighborhood does not provide a befitting setting for such an elegant building.

Units: Layout and Pricing
Two bedrooms list for between $1.5 and $2.2 million dollars, five bedrooms list for between $4.9 and $7 million, and penthouses go for $14.5 million. The common charges in this building are on the high side (due to the costs of renovating and maintaining an older building) at roughly $1.25/ foot.

The units were originally designed for wealthy families in the 1920s, many of who were moving up from townhouses. These original layouts have been preserved, providing unusually spacious units,

Come See For Yourself
Interested in buying at 1200 Fifth Avenue? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at 1200 Fifth Avenue and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
Lower Harlem is an area in transition. What was once a low-income neighborhood is currently undergoing a rapid process of gentrification, and coming to resemble Carnegie Hill as much as it does the old Spanish Harlem.

1200 Fifth Avenue is at the upper end of Museum Mile, and is quite tied in to the Fifth Avenue culture that extends down along Central Park. Indeed, its position on the park is one of 1200 Fifth Avenue’s greatest attributes. The park stretches out in front of the building, acting as a lush, 800 acre front yard. 1200 Fifth Avenue is slightly removed from the excitement of the Upper East Side, but it offers a peaceful elegance that most other properties cannot.

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Location: 1 River Terrace (Murray and Vesey Streets)
Size: 264 units
Prices: $1.7 to $6.2 million
Expected Occupancy: Spring 2008
Developer: Site 16/17 Development LLC.
Architect: The Polshek Partnership/ Ismael Levya/ David Rockwell
Sales and Marketing: Corcoran Sunshine

Overview: Combining Luxury and Green Development

The Riverhouse is ahead of its time. In an age where many other buildings still ignore environmental sustainability altogether, The Riverhouse is an entirely green building. This means that priority is placed not only on quality, but on energy efficiency, occupant health, environmental health, and overall environmental friendliness as well. The Riverhouse achieves these goals through many innovations, such as using only non-pollutant materials and finishes, heating and cooling the building with a geothermal system, placing solar panels on the roof, filtering its own waste, re-filtering air, and employing an energy efficient triple pane window system. These efforts have earned The Riverhouse a Gold rating from Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), the national rating standard for green buildings.

No need to worry, though; this focus on eco-friendliness does not come at the expense of comfort. In addition to green technologies, The Riverhouse includes all the luxuries and amenities of contemporary New York City condo living, such as health club, valet parking and laundry. Eco-friendliness also does not mean skimping on technology either. Units come equipped with high speed internet, wall mounted TV’s, and a sound system with speakers in every room.


Raves & Faves
The Riverhouse not only gives owners a chance to help preserve the environment, it gives them a chance to enjoy it as well. With views of Rockefeller Park, Teardrop Park and the Hudson River, the Riverhouse offers a more pleasant and calming atmosphere than can usually be found in Lower Manhattan.

Not So Hot
Battery Park City is consciously isolated from the surrounding area. While some find this distance quite pleasant, others find it isolating. The Riverhouse does offer ground floor stores and restaurants, as well underground parking. For some people, though, this is no substitute for a neighborhood deli or a nearby subway stop.

Units: Layout and Pricing
The Riverhouse consists of 264 units, which range from one to five bedrooms. An 865 square foot one bedroom starts at $930 thousand. Two bedrooms are in the $1.6 to $2.6 million dollar range, while three bedrooms range in price from $1.6 to 3.4 million. Four bedrooms list from $3.4 through $3.9 million, and a five bedroom lists at $6.3 million.

The units feature large windows, with fantastic views. They are also quite comfortable and livable, featuring dens with oversized pocket doors, and ample kitchen storage.

Come See for Yourself
Interested in buying at The Riverhouse? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at The Riverhouse and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
Battery Park City is a planned community located on Manhattan’s southwestern tip. The area stretches along the Hudson riverfront- offering a postcard worthy view of the statue of Liberty- and features ample parkland, such as Rockefeller park and the innovatively landscaped Teardrop Park. The Riverhouse is only a few blocks away from the shopping, dining, and culture of Tribeca, but the unique nature of Battery Park City makes it seem as if that world is miles away. For this reason, Battery Park City is the perfect option for those want to experience a more relaxed lifestyle, without sacrificing the convenience of city living.

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Location: 25 East 77th Street (between Madison and Fifth Avenues)
Size: 160 units (118 hotel/ 42 condo)
Prices: $1.9 million to $60 million
Expected Occupancy: Summer 2008
Developer: Alexico Group
Architect: Shwartz & Gross (new interior by Jacques Grange)
Sales and Marketing: Corcoran Group Inc.

Overview: A Perfect Blend of Past and Present

Across the street from the Cafe Carlyle- where the legendary Bobby Short once held court- lies The Mark Hotel.

This copper-topped building has been a premier New York hotel since being built by the architecture team of Shwartz & Gross in 1927. It is now undergoing a full renovation and will reopen Summer 2008, featuring 118 hotel rooms and 42 cooperative suites.

The Mark will still be very much a working hotel and- unlike with a typical condo conversion- buyers will have a chance to reap the benefits. Those who wish to purchase a furnished condo in the Mark, but plan to only live there part of the year or only during the week, will have the option of allowing management to use it as one of their hotel rooms and receive 70% of the room rate in return.

Raves & Faves
The new design of the Mark is being done by legendary interior designer Jacques Grange. In both the interior and the furnishings, Grange combines a modern sensibility with the hotel’s traditional style. Modern luxury amenities such as state of the art climate control, high-speed internet, and a health club will be constructed at modern standards, but the hotel’s rich character will be carefully maintained. The building’s public spaces will be graced with The Mark Collection, an original series of works by know artists.

Not So Hot
Though the condo-as-hotel-room innovation is quite unique, and provides a way to minimize investment risk, it may not be for everybody. If you are paying millions for an Upper East Side condo, you don’t necessarily want to have to put with weekend hotel guests staying next door.

Units: Layout and Pricing
Condos are only available are only on the top floors of the Mark. Furnished units include studios (in the 500 square feet range), one bedrooms (in the 1,000 square foot range), and two bedrooms (in the 1,600 square foot range). Additionally there is a three bedroom on each floor that comes unfurnished, and a 2,400 square foot penthouse with a terrace.

Units were initially listed as starting at $1 million and going through over $10 million, though the least expensive unit currently listed is a studio for $1.975 million. Other furnished rooms are listed in the $2 through $7 million range. The last remaining three bedroom is listed at $14 million, and the penthouse is listed at $60 million.

Come See for Yourself
Interested in buying at The Mark? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at the The Mark Condo and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
The surrounding, parkside area of the Upper East Side is one of the world’s premier neighborhoods. Madison Avenue shopping is a half block away from the Mark in one direction; a pleasant stroll through Central Park is a half block in the other. Whether you fancy a visit to the latest exhibit at one of the nearby museums— the Whitney, Met, or Guggenheim— or want to dine at Café Boulud, the best of the Upper Eastside is a stone’s throw from The Mark.

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Location: 300 E. 79th St. (at Second Avenue)
Size: 40 units, 18 stories
Prices: From $1 million to $6+ million
Expected Occupancy: 2008
Developer: 1510 Second Avenue, LLC
Architect: H. Thomas O’Hara Architect
Interior Designer: Jack Levy Design
Sales & Marketing: Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group

Overview: Upper East Side Elegance – Within Reason
A mid-sized building on the Upper East Side, 300 East Seventy Nine has the modern, all-glass façade typical of many of today’s new condos and an elegant but welcoming lobby designed by Jack Levy Design. Apartments range from small one-bedrooms to huge penthouses, all of which have walnut floors and nice architectural details.

With multimedia outlets in every room and optional home-automation technology, you can live a 21st-century lifestyle in gracious surroundings. Kitchens feature marble countertops and backsplash, Sub-Zero refrigerators, Wolf ranges, and Bosch dishwashers. Bathrooms offer yet more marble (someone must have gotten a good deal on marble) and equally high-end fixtures.

The building’s amenities include an entertainment suite for hosting large parties, a landscaped terrace with outdoor fireplace, a fitness center, and a children’s playroom. A bicycle storage room and a refrigerated storage room (for the Fresh Direct packages that arrive home before you do) are also available.


Raves & Faves
- The location is convenient.
- The amenities are modest, not overdone, and they’re moderately priced. Some amenities are optional – for example, the “virtual concierge” who will book your travel arrangements, summon your personal trainer, make sure your dogs get their daily outing, and make your restaurant reservations – so that residents who don’t want these services aren’t obliged to pay for them, but those who do, can get them easily.

Not So Hot
- Materials and workmanship are not quite as high-end as they are at buildings such as the Lucida.
- Kitchen sinks are a bit small.
- Closet space is skimpy.
- There is a lack of mid-sized units. We only saw one unit between 1360 and 2100 square feet.

Units: Layout, Pricing and Availability
Apartments currently on the market include:
- One-bedroom apartments (649 – 814 square feet): $.95 million – $1.2 million
- Two-bedroom apartments (917 – 1364 square feet): $.98 million – $2.1 million
- Three-bedroom apartments (1663 – 2465 square feet): $2.8 million – $5.9 million
- Four-bedroom apartments (2664 square feet): $4.8 million
There are also several very large apartments that have been formed by combining two or three adjacent units.

Rooms are well scaled to the size of the apartments, and the layouts make sense. Most apartments have a foyer or gallery, which makes for a more graceful entrance than suddenly finding oneself in the midst of a room.

Come See for Yourself
Interested in buying at 300 East Seventy Nine? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at 300 East Seventy Nine and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
Ever since Central Park was first opened, the Upper East Side has been one of the most coveted neighborhoods in in New York City. The palatial buildings facing the park, the cultural glories of Museum Mile, and some of the city’s best private and public schools are all within easy reach.
Madison Avenue is a shopper’s paradise, with tiny shops and unique boutiques showing high-end furnishings and fashion. Further east are specialty gourmet shops like Citarella and Agata & Valentina.
300 East Seventy Nine is convenient to the Lexington Avenue subway line and, eventually, to the long-awaited Second Avenue subway line.

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Location: 280 W. 78th St. (between Amsterdam and Broadway)
Size: 33 units, 20 stories
Prices: From $1.6 million – $8 million
Expected Occupancy: 2008
Developer: Urban Residential
Architect: Handel Architects
Sales & Marketing: Corcoran Sunshine

Overview: A Boutique Condo Building in the Land of the Brownstones
Linden 78 hasn’t actually been built yet – as of this writing it’s just a gap halfway down the Broadway-to-Amsterdam block on the south side of W. 78th Street – but that hasn’t prevented the developers from showing a lot of stunning pictures and pre-selling a lot of wildly expensive condo apartments. Recently I took a look at the building site, which offers views of a medium-rise building to the south and a row of typical Upper West Side brownstones on the north side of the street, and then paid a visit to the Sales & Design Center a few blocks away to see the model showrooms for the condo apartments that are planned.

The workmanship and design are outstanding – custom kitchens designed by Florense, an interior design boutique in Soho, are outfitted with Viking and Miele appliances; the master bath features his ‘n’ hers soaking tubs and Lagos Azul limestone floors; living room floors are made with 5-foot-wide oak planks.

In keeping with the Upper West Side’s older buildings and traditional family appeal, Linden 78 has been designed with only spacious apartments – none of those tiny little boxes that are being jam-packed into so many condo buildings today. The smallest apartments are two-bedrooms with about 1,200 square feet, and the largest are five-bedrooms with more than 4,500 square feet. There are only one or two apartments per floor, and at least one seems to take up two full floors. In addition to the decks on the penthouse apartments, there will also be a roof deck for the non-penthouse condo owners to share.

Tenants will have plenty of other amenities, too – bicycle storage, personal storage bins, a fitness center, a children’s playroom, and a landscaped garden.

Raves & Faves
Muted oak cabinetry in the kitchens is of extremely high quality.

Not So Hot
I was disappointed to find that Linden 78 does not pay commission to brokers purchasing their own residences. That’s tacky – new development sponsors generally pay 3 to 4% commissions. Why should Linden 78 discriminate against brokers?

Units: Layout, Pricing and Availability

These airy, comfortable apartments will have high ceilings and large French windows overlooking beautiful views. Some will have windows on three sides. Bathrooms and closets are plentiful, there are eat-in kitchens and in some cases walk-in pantries, and the wide hallways, referred to rather grandly as “galleries,” add an air of elegance.
Only a few apartments are currently available:
3-bedroom (2,306 square feet) – $3.6 million
4-bedroom (1,995 square feet) – $4.0 million
5-bedroom duplex (4,612 square feet) – $7.7 million
Penthouse with roof deck (3,006 interior square feet) – $8.0 million

2-bedroom apartments have been sold for as little as $1.6 million.

Come See for Yourself
Interested in buying at the Linden 78? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at the Linden 78 and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
The Upper West Side is one of the most family-oriented residential neighborhoods in New York. The area has long been a welcome haven for young professionals and those with an artistic bent. Apartments in this neighborhood have ample access to plenty of stores and markets (including the renowned Zabar’s on Broadway between 80th and 81st Streets), public transportation, great public and private schools, and two major parks.

There have always been a number of shops and restaurants in this region, and the strong economy in recent years has only contributed to their proliferation. Both Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues are probably the best examples of this trend. Each thoroughfare does brisk business on weekends, especially during the summer months.

The Linden 78 condominium is within easy walking distance of Lincoln Center, one of the most important cultural centers in Manhattan, housing five major performing groups and the Juillard School; the world-famous Museum of Natural History with the Rose Planetarium; and both Central Park and the slightly less well-known but just as beautiful Riverside Park.

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Location: 635 W. 42nd Street (between 11th and 12th Avenues)
Size: 478 units, 46 stories
Prices: From $.7 million – $1.5 million
Occupancy: 2007
Developer: The Moinian Group
Architect: Costas Kondylis and Partners
Sales & Marketing: The Marketing Directors, Inc.

Overview: A Haven for Celebrity Spotters

Is midtown stretching west, or is Chelsea stretching north? The Atelier, which takes up most of the block on 42nd Street between 11th and 12th Avenues, aims to stake out what the developers call “a dynamic new neighborhood” along the northern edge of Hudson Yards. There may not be much surrounding the building, but 478 condominium apartments go a long way to creating an instant neighborhood, and the indoor pool, 12,000-square-foot health club, rooftop lounge and terraces, art gallery in the lobby, and 15,700 square feet of retail space help make the neighborhood more livable.

The condo’s developers have worked hard to create a celebrity aura around the building. Rumor says they gave an apartment to Hollywood bad-girl Lindsay Lohan – and, at any rate, Lohan is now a condo owner. Other residents include singer/actor Nick Lachey and his girlfriend, MTV personality Vanessa Minillo.

Appealing to younger buyers, the developers created a condominium with only small apartments – the largest are two-bedrooms a little over 1,000 square feet. However, they’ve made the most of the abundant light and views afforded by the building’s far-west location, and the apartments are well-appointed, with polished marble and Italian white oak flooring, stainless steel appliances and chrome faucets and fixtures.

Other amenities include:
• 24-hour doorman and full-service concierge
• Bosch large-capacity washer and dryer in every unit
• Sunning divans, basketball and volleyball courts, bocce ball and children’s play area on terrace.
• Billiards room, catering kitchen and landscaped sundeck in rooftop lounge
• 100-car underground garage.

Raves & Faves
The apartments have high ceilings and huge windows. Some of them have impressive pier and river views.

Not So Hot
The lobby is blindingly white, and the concierge not the most helpful.

Most of the apartments are tiny, tiny, and the open kitchens are right up front – not what you want to see when you open the door.

Units: Layout, Pricing and Availability
Asking prices for condo apartments on the market today:
Studio apartments (546 – 665 square feet) – $685,000 – $780,000
One-bedroom apartments (638 – 784 square feet) – $775,000 to $985,000
Two-bedroom apartments (941+ square feet) – $1.2 million – $1.5 million

Come See for Yourself
Interested in buying a condo at the Atelier? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you condo apartments at the Atelier and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
Once known as Hell’s Kitchen, the area now called Midtown West has been gradually revitalized after a long history as a poor or working-class neighborhood and home to notorious Irish-American gangsters. The area has become popular with actors and other theater folk, due to its proximity to Broadway and to the Actors Studio. Public transportation is also improving, with the extension of the Number 7 subway line and the cross-town shuttle to the Jacob Javits Center. Redevelopment plans call for a mix of medium- and high-density residential, commercial, entertainment and cultural land uses with more than 20 acres of new open space.

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Overview: Small-Town Utopia in NYC
Even though it has a 212 area code and is only one subway stop or a tram ride away from Manhattan, Roosevelt Island is still nearly invisible to New Yorkers who do not live there or have no friends there. Strange, given that it is such a spectacular waterfront site.

With a moving landscape of boats in the river, this island may be the best of both worlds – the cosmopolitan lifestyle combined with a truly serene and relaxing environment, removed from Manhattan yet a mere 20 minutes away. The ambience here is modernly utopian: within yards of the city, a waterfront paradise with abundant open space and high degree of community-mindedness.

Owned by the city, Roosevelt Island was leased to the State of New York’s Urban Development Corporation for 99 years in 1969 and became the site of a utopian housing experiment in the 1970s. With the corporation’s approval of the Riverwalk, the first luxury condo, Roosevelt Island has been transformed from a subsidized housing collective into an upscale residential neighborhood with small-town ambience.

Compared with Manhattan’s luxury condos, this one has more open space and more recreational opportunities. Thirty percent of Riverwalk’s buyers were already island residents before Riverwalk was born, so they understand the value of what they’re getting: an ideal residential lifestyle in a striking waterfront park setting with unmatched Manhattan skyline and river views, priced 30% below comparable offerings in Manhattan. In addition to individual buyers, Cornell has bought four floors in Riverwalk Court for faculty residences.

Amenities include:

• Floor-to-ceiling windows with wonderful views
• Kitchens with granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances
• Kitchen garbage disposals
• Marble baths
• Hardwood plank flooring
• Washers and dryers in units
• 24/7 attended lobby
• Fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment
• Children’s play room
• Rooftop entertaining lounge
• Landscaped sundeck
• Bicycle room
• Storage lockers

Raves & Faves
These apartments are prewired for high-speed Internet. Talk about smart building!

Not So Hot
The drawbacks of living on Roosevelt Island are the lack of nightlife and the very limited retail outlets – but let’s hope the addition of new luxury condominiums on the island will change all that. Also, if you’re looking for one of those palatial apartments featured in some new condos, you’re not going to find it here – these apartments are ordinary in terms of layout, and the largest is about 1,400 square feet. And no terraces!

Units: Layout, Pricing and Availability
Condominium apartments at Riverwalk Court range from 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom units. As of this writing, there are 17 apartments on the market:

1-bedroom condo apartments (682-885 square feet) – $595,000 to $680,000
2-bedroom condo apartments (1019-1153 square feet) – $790,000 to $935,000
3-bedroom condo apartments (1433 square feet) – $1,225,000 to $1,305,000

Come See for Yourself
Interested in buying at the Riverwalk? Give us a call at 212-220-4633 or 917-603-6224, or email us. As a buyer broker, our services are free to you, and we represent your interests. We’ll be delighted to show you apartments at Riverwalk Court and other comparable properties. Be sure to ask about our rebate program.

Location & Neighborhood
Riverwalk Court is steps away from the F-line subway station and the Tramway. It’s only one stop to 63rd Street and Lexington Avenue on the F train, and five minutes by tram to 59th Street and 2nd Avenue. Riverwalk Place is also accessible by car on the Queensboro Bridge Upper Level to the Roosevelt Island Bridge.

In addition to being convenient to Manhattan, Riverwalk Park has all the advantages of Roosevelt Island’s vital community, which boasts its own newspaper, post office, library and two schools serving grades K-8. Two thirds of the island’s 147 acres are devoted to parks, promenades and open spaces. The Roosevelt Island Racquet Club, outdoor soccer and baseball fields, and plentiful jogging and biking trails provide plenty of opportunities for sports enthusiasts.

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