while these living level terraces offer a rare "access from everywhere" connectivity, their narrow proportions make them largely impractical for actual use. you’re essentially buying a series of spectacular viewing galleries. the park avenue vistas are truly elite, even if the "outdoor living" is restricted to standing room only.
Coop|4 Beds|5 Baths|5200 int SF
Direct Living|705 ext SF
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Lincoln Square
55 Central Park West #PH19-20
$37,000,000
Expert Opinion:
the direct living terrace might not be much more than a glorified planting terrace, but the second level terrace is exceptional, with a very high cover that makes it easy to enjoy year around, end stunning views that go forever.
Coop|4 Beds|4.5 Baths|5000 int SF
Direct Living|2200 ext SF
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Upper West
2505 Broadway #15B
$5,495,000
Expert Opinion:
the views at this elevation are great and will help attract visitors, but hopefully not too many, as the space is not large enough for large-scale entertaining unless you spread guests between the indoor and outdoor areas.
Condo|3 Beds|3 Baths|2236 int SF
Direct Living|127 ext SF
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Midtown West
517 West 46 #201
$1,050,000
Expert Opinion:
excellent roof access terrace, complete with mature vegetation and decent views.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1130 int SF
230 ext SF
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Upper West
300 Central Park West #PH19J
$10,500,000
Expert Opinion:
maybe not full central park views from everywhere, but the access and the general views are still excellent. (including some park views) the fencing might be slightly unusual in pictures, but not much of a distraction in person.
Coop|3 Beds|4 Baths|2650 int SF
Direct Living|1200 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
Upper West
101 West 79 #14A
$4,400,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace has the layout the access and the size to be very useful. it also has the views to make it enjoyable.
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1318 int SF
Direct Living|776 ext SF
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East Village
407 East 12 #4FSW
$1,850,000
Expert Opinion:
small terraces that are difficult to access... the one great thing about the direct roof terrace is that it makes for a perfect outdoor home theater.
Condo|2 Beds|2.5 Baths|1126 int SF
Second Level|200 ext SF
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Chelsea
420 West 25 #PHA
$3,900,000
Expert Opinion:
the direct living terrace in this home is almost useless beyond framing your views with plants, but that is ok, as the direct roof terrace is very spacious and practical
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1585 int SF
Direct Living|1500 ext SF
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Midtown East
111 East 56 #1700
$850,000
Expert Opinion:
the standout feature of this small but pleasant terrace is the ambiance that is created by the architectural characteristics of the building. from to color of the stonework to the heft of the posts, it all adds to the charm
Coop|2 Beds|3 Baths|900 int SF
Direct Living|140 ext SF
Courtesy of elliman
Midtown West
350 West 50 #5CC
$1,299,000
Expert Opinion:
lovely second level terrace with plenty of room to entertain. and a decent view to boot. the convenience is that it's only accessible through the bedroom.
Condo|1 Beds|1 Baths|814 int SF
Direct Living|692 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
East Village
533 East 12 #7B
$1,225,000
Expert Opinion:
in this area the 7th floor offers open vistas, and can still be palatable for those who don't like height, a proverbial win-win.
Condo|1 Beds|1 Baths|602 int SF
Direct Living|166 ext SF
Courtesy of sotheby's
Tribeca
37 Warren St #PHCD
$13,250,000
Expert Opinion:
the landscaping on this direct living terrace is strategically located to take benefit of the great views where they exist, and block where they do not.