enjoy all-day southern light, city views, and magnificent sunsets from this high floor, three bedroom corner residence with a full-length private terrace. residence 1606 at the desirable 88 lexington is a 3 bed/3.5 bathroom sprawling across nearly 2,000 interior square feet with a 511 square foot terrace facing south. the apartment sits on a setback floor of the historic building, enjoying ultra-high ceilings and historic detail on the balustrades of the terrace that are unmatched in other building apartments. interiors were completed by architect/designer workshop/apd, and exposures allow views of madison square park, one world trade, manhattanhenge, and more. interior details include cove and recessed overhead lighting and 8 solid wood interior doors. the contemporary kitchen features custom cabinetry made from european oak, a polished glass composite slab countertop, an antique grey marble slab backsplash, dornbracht fixtures, a bertazzoni double-oven and cooktop, and a sub-zero refrigerator, freezer, and wine cooler with dual zones. the primary bedroom suite features three custom-built closets and a five-fixture primary bathroom. primary bathroom details include french limestone flooring and wall tiles, travertine slab backsplash, radiant heated floors by nuheat, and a wetstyle cube collection deep soaking tub. additional bathroom details include: smoked oak vanity millwork, led-illuminated medicine cabinet with mirror defogger, and hansgrohe fixtures. 88 lexington is a condominium conversion and building amenities include an atrium-lit indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, steam room, sauna, fitness center and exercise room, common landscaped roof deck with grill and entertaining areas, playroom, residents lounge with screening room, concierge and doorman, and garage.
while this terrace offers a massive length that runs the full span of the loft, its 4-foot width makes it a linear observation deck rather than a lounge. it’s a spectacular "standing room only" gallery for midtown views—perfect for a breath of air, provided you don't mind staying single-file.
Coop|3 Beds|3 Baths|2946 int SF
Direct Living|130 ext SF
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Nomad
31 East 28 #PHE
$3,950,000
Expert Opinion:
that floor-to-ceiling glass wall does the heavy lifting here, turning a 240 square foot second level terrace into something that feels like an extension of the living room. mature planters already in place, a proper seating arrangement, and north-facing light that stays soft all day. room for six at drinks, comfortably.
Condo|3 Beds|3 Baths|2541 int SF
Second Level|240 ext SF
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Hudson Yards
499 Ninth Ave #9DN
$3,300,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace has good dimension, but the primary bedroom access restrict its use somewhat.
Condo|3 Beds|2 Baths|1305 int SF
Direct Living|335 ext SF
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Financial District
1 Wall St #3011
$3,325,000
Expert Opinion:
the generous 10'6" width of this terrace makes it exceptionally well-suited for full-sized outdoor dining and large-scale entertaining. this expansive footprint is framed by a stunning architectural gallery, offering an intimate perspective of the iconic financial district skyline. it is a rare, functional "outdoor room" that perfectly complements the great room's scale.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1359 int SF
Direct Living|481 ext SF
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Financial District
14 Maiden Ln #PH
$3,350,000
Expert Opinion:
a roof access setup with a summer kitchen already in place and a steel pergola ready for vines or shade cloth. eleven hundred square feet at twenty feet wide is genuine entertaining scale. the neighboring sightlines and mechanical noise from the ac's are real, but so is the potential. furniture and greenery would transform this blank canvas into something worth staying home for.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1331 int SF
1100 ext SF
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Financial District
1 Wall St #3306
$3,375,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace has the dimensions and the views that will be a draw for gatherings, the prevailing winds at this elevation downtown might need to be considered when planning events.