Manhattan’s real estate market is witnessing a mix of boutique and larger-scale properties hitting the scene. Let’s take a look at some of the notable developments:

Eastlight (501 Third Ave.): Eastlight is the tallest building in Kips Bay, soaring 34 stories high. The condominium, designed by CetraRuddy, offers 144 units ranging from studios to two-bedroom apartments, with prices starting at $780,000. Notably, 17 of these residences feature “flex spaces” that can serve as home offices, gyms, or creative studios. On the 34th floor, residents can enjoy amenities like a terrace lounge with a dining area, a game room, and a fitness center.

212 W. 72nd St.: CetraRuddy is also involved in the conversion of 212 W. 72nd St., a former luxury rental building. The property now offers 126 units ranging from one to five-bedroom layouts. Prices start at $1.25 million for a 714-square-foot one-bedroom and go up to $8.3 million for a spacious 2,534-square-foot four-bedroom apartment. The apartments feature open living and dining areas, floor-to-ceiling windows, and master bathrooms with custom-designed vanities. The building provides various amenities, including a residents’ lounge, children’s playroom, fitness center with outdoor space for yoga, and a rooftop deck with lounges and grills. Sales are being handled by Corcoran Sunshine.

200 Amsterdam: Anticipated to open this summer, 200 Amsterdam on the Upper West Side offers 112 units. Prices start at approximately $2.62 million for one-bedroom units and go up to $17 million for full-floor penthouses. The architecture was handled by Elkus Manfredi, and the interiors were designed by CetraRuddy. The kitchens feature waterfall edge islands, and the living and dining areas are wrapped with floor-to-ceiling windows. Amenities include a 75-foot saltwater pool, infrared sauna, gym, dog spa, and a music practice room. Sales are managed by Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing.

VU New York (368 Third Ave.): VU New York, located in Kips Bay, offers 100 units with starting prices at $829,000 for a studio. The 36-story building, designed by Paris Forino (interiors) and SLCE (exteriors), showcases stunning views of the Manhattan skyline. The units include three-bedroom layouts and two duplex penthouses with outdoor terraces. Sales are handled by Brown Harris Stevens Development Marketing, and closings are expected to begin in the fall.

Essex Crossing (202 Broome St.): One Essex Crossing, situated in the Lower East Side’s Essex Crossing development, houses 83 units with prices ranging from $890,000 for a studio to $6.68 million for a penthouse. The building features a 9,000-plus-square-foot landscaped “Garden” with lounge seating and grills, a playroom, and a gym. The Market Line food hall is conveniently located below, offering various vendors. Sales are being managed by Corcoran Sunshine.

Bloom on Forty Fifth (500 W. 45th St.): Located in Hell’s Kitchen, the Bloom on Forty Fifth condo launched with studios starting at $750,000 and three-bedrooms at $2.87 million. The eight-story building features 92 residences, some with private terraces, all boasting oversized windows, open kitchens, and spacious bathrooms. Residents can enjoy shared amenities, including an 8,000-square-foot landscaped courtyard and a fitness center. Sales are handled by Compass Development Marketing Group.

208 Delancey: For downtown living, the ODA-designed 208 Delancey condo offers 85 units ranging from studios to three-bedroom apartments, with prices starting from $630,000. Most homes come with private outdoor spaces, and all feature custom-crafted kitchens. The building’s amenities include a fitness center with a meditation terrace and yoga room, as well as a landscaped rooftop with grills and dining space. The development is represented by Compass.

The Solaire (20 River Terrace, Battery Park City): The Solaire is undergoing a co-op conversion, featuring 291 units with prices starting around $800,000 for studios to three-bedroom apartments. Notably, the co-op rules will be akin to condo rules, meaning no board interviews will be required for prospective homeowners. The property offers amenities like a doorman, live-in manager, fitness center, bike storage, and a landscaped roof terrace with lounge and dining areas. Additional parking and storage come at an extra cost. Sales are expected to launch in the spring.

Source: New York Post