A Symphony of Modern Design – 62 Cooper Square, PH-52

Lavish living takes a backseat to this modern penthouse duplex just off Astor Place at the nexus of Noho and the East Village. The historic Carl Fischer Building, at 62 Cooper Street, is a blocky twelve-story building across from Cooper Triangle just north of the Cooper Union Foundation Building.  Named after the Carl Fischer Music Company, the building served as the destination spot for musicians and composers in need of sheet ...

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Opulence For a Few – 224 Mulberry Street

A crown jewel among the six-story walkups from a century past, 224 Mulberry Street seems miscast in its Nolita surrounds.  But miscast as it may, this wonderful building blends it beautifully with its neighbors, nary interrupting the streetscape or the historic sensibilities of Mulberry Street.  The treasure is inside these walls, a true eye-opening experience for apartment voyeurs or residents lucky enough to live in this exquisite condominium. Completed in 2015, ...

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A Private Park Atop Your Own Penthouse – 49 Murray Street

This Murray Street tri-level penthouse in the middle of Tribeca checks all the boxes.  In the opening sentence of the broker’s description, the words “unprecedented,” “spectacular,” and “exceptional” are used to describe this one-of-a-kind showplace.  Our personal opinion is that the broker was underselling it. Perched atop a mid-19th century Italianate loft building, this 4,600 square foot condo residence offers commanding space both inside and out.  Renovated in a streamlined contemporary ...

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Summer Staycation in Turtle Bay – 100 United Nations Plaza, Apt 3-G

Skip your weekly summer jaunt to the shore and have an incredible staycation in Turtle Bay.  This grand two bedroom at 100 United Nations Plaza offers such fabulous outdoor space you may only go inside to sleep. Located on the third floor of a full-service condominium, this split two bedroom has a private garden area measuring approximately 700 square feet.  This includes a huge rear patio (22x18) and heated lap pool ...

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Seductive European Charm – 211 Elizabeth Street

Have you ever thought what a perfect building might look like?  If you did, 211 Elizabeth Street just might be on your short list.  The architects of this distinctive seven-story structure designed a timeless gem masterly incorporating an old-world European element. Foremost, 211 Elizabeth fits seamlessly into the streetscape of this historical Nolita block. About the only characteristic missing from the elevation is an external fire escape  Walking past, one would ...

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