Location: 305 East 85th street         
Neighborhood: Upper East Side, Manhattan
Floors: 20
Units: 63
Floor Plans: 2-4 Bedrooms; Penthouse
Size: 1,237 to 3,000 square feet
Prices: $2.5 to $3.2 million
Developer: Ascend Group LLC
Architect: HM White Site Architects
Year Planned: 2009
Sales and Marketing: Prudential Douglas Elliman Development Marketing Group
Marketing Tel:  212.988.8511
Website Url:  www.georgicalife.com

The Georgica project is growing rapidly, so far, the stunning glass tower has 17 stories. This modern Manhattan family-friendly condo is strategically placed between First and Second Avenue.  The building is close to excellent schools, liberal shopping and dining facilities and just a stroll away from Central Park and Carl Schurz Park.  The Georgica received its name from prestigious Georgica Pond in East Hampton Village.  The tower’s glass exterior that’s currently being placed will provide an ample supply of natural bright lighting.

Once the project is complete, many residences will have private terraces and the master bedrooms will have floor-to-ceiling windows.  The spacious living and dining room will have stunning views overlooking the East River …perfect for entertaining guests.  The walls will be eggshell toned and the floors finished in white oak herringbone.  One great added feature —a select few residences are planned to come equipped with limestone fireplaces.

In the bedroom: The two bedroom units will have oversized master bedrooms with a dressing room or a split bedroom.  The square footage will range between 1,250 – 1,900 sq. ft.

The three bedrooms will encompass great foyers and masters suite with sitting areas with tons of walk-in closet space.  A few units will have an option for a library or additional family room.  Space wise? You’re looking at around 1,700 to 2,350 ft.

The four bedroom will have similar features but with a split floor plan that will have a long hallway leading to three bedrooms with a smaller foyer going into a living area.  Another appealing feature is the fourth bedroom off the kitchen; this can be transformed into another living area.  Each floor will only house 2-4 units to ensure privacy.  The larger four bedroom units will be located on the higher floors and will only contain two units on each floor.

In the kitchen: Calacata gold marble on the counters tops—appliances by Miele and Marvel wine coolers.  The chic herringbone floors connect the kitchen and family room.

Master bath & second bath interior: The master bath will have glass mosaic walls, a Verde Antiqua marble vanity and heated flooring.  The fixtures include Waterworks, Kohler and Toto. The second bathroom walls and floors are done in Zebrano Essenza Bianco stone.  And Bianco Dolomiti marble flooring in the shower.

Amenities:   A full service building with a 24hr doorman, 24hr concierge, elevators, extensive fitness center, fully landscaped roof deck, a refrigerated package room, adult lounge, children’s playroom and playground (enclosed with extra-high glass windscreen for supervision and maximum security).

Pets: Allowed

City Attractions: This area is saturated with plenty of retail outlets, cafes and restaurants. The building is close to notable retail stores such as Barnes & Nobel, Circuit City and Best Buy.

Subway & Bus Info: The closest transportation is located at two avenues from the Nos. 4, 5 and 6 trains and close to bus lines (M101, M15 and M86). Taxi cabs are also available.

We give The Georgica an over all two-thumbs-up. The condo is in a great location plus it has excellent amenities, features and as far as pricing – this is a great buy.

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Location: 555 W. 59th St.          
Size: 186 units
Floors: 35
Floor Plans: 1, 2, 3 bedrooms,
Townhomes, Penthouse
Prices: $792,000 – $5 million
Developer(s): Brack Capital Real Estate,
Coalco International, Continental Ventures Realty
and S&H Equities.
Architect: SLCE Architects
Sales and Marketing: Corcoran Group Marketing
Marketing Tel: (212) 977-5900
Website Url: www.elementcondominium.com

The Element, which lies west of Columbus Circle, is situated in Lincoln Square – just north of Times Square. This energetic, vivacious part of Manhattan is known for its legendary entertainment amenities and cultural institutions.

Recently, the Manhattan Movement & Arts Center opened its doors in the new condominium. The arts center consists over 17,000 sq. ft. space on the first and second floors. Additionally, the arts center also houses the new home of the Manhattan Youth Ballet, formerly known as the Studio Maestro.

Residents of this spectacular 35-story condo enjoy amenities to almost-no-end. Amenities include yoga and fitness studios, swimming pools, squash and basketball courts and even a wine valet service. Fitness, martial arts and dance classes are offered as well. Avid theater goers don’t have to go far – as a matter of fact – they don’t even have to leave the building. Residents can sit back, relax and enjoy their favorite films in the building’s 200-seat theater

If you crave the outdoors (365 days per year) you’ll enjoy what is referred to as a “natural experience”. Natural it is, the palatial 12,000 sq. ft. landscaped outdoor space is astounding.

If you are a fitness fanatic and you ‘must’ leave the building for a work out, the closest gyms are the Equinox in Columbus Circle, New York Sports Club on 61st and 9th and Crunch on 64th and West End Avenue. To add a pinch flavor to your daily workout routine, you also have the West Side Highway’s 6 mile-long bike and jogging path that’s literally a stones throw away …And don’t forget Central Park.

Other Amenities: Entertain guest and business associates in the building’s resident lounge. You can’t beat this – the lounge has high-definition flat screen TV’s with surround sound and integrated computer wireless capabilities.

Parents can take an extended breather and unwind in the fitness and well-being spa that features a Scandinavian-style sauna with massage and treatment room. Meanwhile, the children can remain occupied in the outdoor children’s playground. The building also has an indoor children’s playroom that has FAO Schwartz toys and games.

Elevator: Yes
Gym: Yes
Pool: Yes
Laundry: Yes
Doorman: Yes
Concierge: Yes
Playroom: Yes

Interiors: Every unit has 9′6″ ceilings with elegant white oak flooring. The kitchens have top-of-the-line installations, Bosch and Sub Zero, just to name a couple. 1-bedroom condo’s have pass-through kitchens. 1-bedroom bathrooms have shower-tub combinations – the floors have a palette of natural stone colors. 2-bedroom master bathrooms have separate shower stalls and twin sinks. Every unit comes equipped with washer/dryers.

City Attractions: The Time Warner Center, Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and a host of restaurants, cafes, boutiques and retailers, health care facilities and educational institutions and much more.

Subway & Bus Info: The closest transportation is located at Columbus Circle and 57th street cross-town bus. Subways include A, C, B, D, and 1 trains. On-site parking is available.

The Element is a great investment. No wonder it has been coined the epitome of luxurious living and a family-oriented condominium located in the heart of a thriving community.

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