Epitome of Luxury: 8 Best luxury apartment buildings NYC
If you have high end taste and want to live in a building that is the absolute best of the best, this article is for you. I’ll tell you what makes a luxury building unique, four important factors you should look for before you buy, and then I’ll give you the inside scoop on the most luxury apartment buildings NYC has to offer — including what makes each of them stand out.
Where you live not only has the power to elevate your lifestyle — it also tells others a lot about you. So if you’re someone who aims to impress, you need to prioritize looking at buildings that truly stand out during your home search.
As a luxury real estate professional in New York, I know better than anyone how many buildings will carelessly throw around the word “luxurious” to try to appeal to more discerning buyers like you — but this is my personally curated, exclusive list of buildings that are truly in a class all their own.
what is a luxury building?
Many people define a luxury apartment as a unit that sells for at least $2,000 per sq ft. Ultra luxury apartments can start at $5,000 per sq ft. and soar to upwards of $10,000 per sq ft. Any luxury apartment build should have the following:
Fully Staffed: The building should have a team of on-site employees, including doormen, concierges, and maintenance personnel, available around the clock to enhance convenience, security, and overall living experience for residents.
A Host of High End Amenities: These might be state-of-the-art fitness centers, rooftop pools, private lounges, spas, concierge services, and advanced security systems, all tailored to meet the lifestyle needs of VIP residents.
Built with High Quality Materials: True luxury buildings should materials is designed to stand the test of time, featuring durable, premium finishes such as hardwood floors, marble counter tops, both contributing to the building's aesthetic appeal and its long-term value.
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4 Factors to Consider When Choosing a Luxury Residence
All of the buildings on this last have been crafted with high end materials and state of the art appliances. World renowned architects and interior designers were intimately involved in each building’s planning and construction. To determine which luxury building is right for you, consider the following factors.
Location: Where you live dictates a lot about how you live. Make sure you chose a building that is close to the cultural institutions, entertainment, restaurants and bars that are important to you. Runners would be well served to check out 70 Vestry, Lantern House and One High Line due to their proximity to New York’s favorite running route alongside the Hudson River. Theatre buffs might be want to check out The Bryant due to its proximity to all the best Broadway shows.
Amenities and Services: While all of these buildings have an impressive suite of amenities, some are more jam packed than others. In buildings like the Aman you’ll pay a little extra but you’ll receive hotel like services.
Design and Architecture: Some designs will speak to you and some will not. For example, Lantern House’s loft like light airy interiors may sing to one purchaser and another may be drawn to 130 Williams dark, angular, strong and imposing facade and common spaces.
Price and Investment Potential: Buying directly from a sponsor in a new development has financial perks that can increase the investment potential of your property. Additionally, well run high end buildings will remain relevant to buyers even as newer product enters the market.
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TOP 8 Ranked luxury apartment buildings nyc
I’ve carefully selected each of these buildings as the best in the city because they truly represent the pinnacle of luxury living in New York. To make this list each building needs to boast an exceptionally impressive list of high-end amenities, be crafted with the highest quality building materials, be centrally located in high-demand neighborhoods, be well managed, and offer an unparalleled living experience.
With my background in luxury real estate and a deep understanding of what discerning clients are looking for in a home, I’m confident that these residences stand out as the very best NYC has to offer.
1. One high line
One High Line is a luxury development in West Chelsea known for its iconic design by the Bjarke Ingels Group, featuring two sculpted travertine towers that span an entire city block. The residences showcase floor-to-ceiling windows, quartzite surfaces, oak flooring, and open floor plans offering stunning river and city views. Amenities include a 75-foot indoor lap pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, fitness center, media room, golf simulator, valet parking, and exclusive services like dining, housekeeping, and membership to Faena Rose, an exclusive art and culture-based private membership club.
Location: West Chelsea
Key Features: Floor to ceiling windows, quartzite surfaces, oak flooring, open floor plans, river and city views.
Amenities: 75’ indoor lap pool, jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, fitness center, media & game room, children’s playroom, golf simulator, lounge, valet parking garage, dining and sommelier services, housekeeping, Faena Rose Membership.
Standout Qualities: One High Line stands out for its striking design by Bjarke Ingels Group, featuring two sculpted travertine towers that span an entire city block in West Chelsea.
Courtesy of One High Line
2. lantern house
Located in the vibrant West Chelsea neighborhood, this luxury building seamlessly blends modern design with sophisticated finishes. It features high ceilings, large lantern-like windows, polished marble surfaces, and fluted walnut cabinetry, all complemented by top-of-the-line Gaggenau appliances. Situated just steps from the iconic High Line park and the West Side Highway, the building offers easy access to outdoor recreation and scenic views. Residents enjoy an array of amenities, including a 75-foot indoor lap pool, cold plunge pool, hot tub, sauna, and a state-of-the-art fitness center. For leisure and social gatherings, there’s a game and media room, private dining suite, garden, and children’s playroom. The building also hosts exclusive Related Life events, fostering a sense of community among residents.
Location: West Chelsea
Key Features: High ceilings, large windows, polished marble surfaces, fluted walnut cabinets, Gaggenau appliances, river and city views.
Amenities: 75’ indoor lap pool, cold plunge pool, hot tub, sauna, game & media room, private dining event suite, garden, fitness center, children’s playroom, coworking lounge, library, Related Life exclusive events.
Standout Qualities: Unique, modern design characterized by the building’s large, dramatic,”lantern like” windows.
3. 130 William
Located in the Financial District, 130 William is an architectural masterpiece designed by Sir David Adjaye. The residences feature wide-plank white oak flooring, bronze fixtures, marble countertops, Gaggenau appliances, and dramatic arched windows offering city views. The building’s extensive amenities include an infinity-edged spa pool, thermal and cold plunge pools, a sauna, rooftop terrace, golf simulator, private theater, fitness center, basketball court, and entertainment lounges. The building's innovative design sets it apart as a distinctive addition to New York City’s skyline. 130 William is conveniently located near the Fulton Street MTA - an express subway station - which means it’s a perfect spot for anyone who needs to travel all over the city.
Location: Financial District
Key Features: Wide plank white oak flooring, bronze fixtures, marble countertops, Gaggenau appliances, city views, dramatic arched windows.
Amenities: Infinity edged spa pool, thermal pool, cold plunge pools, sauna, rooftop terrace, golf simulator, private theatre, fitness center, basketball court, entertaining & private dining lounge.
Standout Qualities: 130 Williams is an architectural masterpiece. The building’s impressive, strong, dark, angular and imposing design is innovative and unique.
4. the bryant
The Bryant, designed in and out by renowned architect David Chipperfield, epitomizes luxury living with its elegant design and premier location. Residents enjoy sophisticated interiors featuring oak herringbone floors, exquisite marble countertops and backsplashes, and Italian inspired Terazzo walls. The floor to ceiling windows, outfitted with Juliet balconies, offer sweeping city views. Amenities include a Club Lounge with a full bar, conference and dining rooms, a landscaped terrace overlooking Bryant Park, a fitness center, and a sauna. The Bryant's exceptional proximity to Bryant Park provides direct access to one of New York City's most celebrated green spaces, making it a standout choice for upscale urban living.
Location: Midtown South
Key Features: Oak herringbone floors, floor to ceiling windows to Juliet balconies, marble countertops and backsplashes, Gaggenau appliances, Terrazzo walls, sweeping city views.
Amenities: 24-hr attended lobby, Club Lounge with full bar, conference and dining rooms and landscaped terrace overlooking Bryant Park, fitness center, sauna, in building restaurant.
Standout Qualities: The building’s exceptional location adjacent to Bryant Park provides residents with direct access to one of New York City's most iconic green spaces.
5. aman
Aman New York seamlessly blends private luxury with the grandeur of Gilded Age architecture. The building’s classic NYC aesthetic, characterized by its opulent design and historical elegance, provides a timeless backdrop to modern amenities. Residences advanced security systems and high-end finishes such as Gaggenau appliances, de-misting mirrors, and luxurious rain and steam showers. Residents enjoy access to the hotel's amenities, including three dining venues, a Jazz Club, a wine room, and the sprawling 2,300-square-meter Aman Spa. A dedicated staff of cleaners, chefs, and babysitters ensures comprehensive service. Owners can include their units in the hotel's rental program, offering a unique opportunity to generate passive income.
Location: Central Park South
Key Features: Private entrance, integrated security systems, Gaggenau appliances, de-misting mirrors, rain and steam showers, free-standing soaking bathtubs.
Amenities: Resident owners enjoy all of the Aman’s luxury amenities including 3 dining venues, a Jazz Club, a wine room, and the 2,300-square-metre Aman Spa, full staff of cleaners, chefs and babysitters.
Standout Qualities: Aman New York offers an unparalleled living experience with the added benefit of luxury hotel amenities. Owners can enjoy exclusive access to high-end facilities and services while also having the option to include their units in the hotel's rental program to generate passive income.
Apartment 18A at the Aman is for sale. Contact the listing agent, Connor Cuccinelli to schedule a showing.
6. madison house
Madison House exemplifies luxurious urban living with its elegant design and comprehensive amenities. The building features high ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, and sophisticated interiors with marble surfaces, walnut cabinets, and Gaggenau and Bosch appliances. Residents enjoy spectacular city views and expansive outdoor terraces, including a remarkable 6,000-square-foot private terrace on the 80th floor that provides breathtaking panoramic views of New York City. The array of amenities includes a 75-foot pool, jacuzzi, cold plunge pool, sauna, and a windowed fitness center. Additionally, residents have access to a children’s playroom, billiards room, golf simulator, and the Madison Club residents' lounge with a dining room and catering kitchen. Services such as personal trainers, massage therapists, travel agents, and concierge services further enhance resident’s living experiences.
Location: NoMad
Key Features: High ceilings, floor to ceiling windows, Gaggenau & Bosch appliances, marble surfaces, walnut cabinets, city views,
Amenities: 75’ pool, jacuzzi, cold plunge pool, sauna, windowed fitness center, children’s playroom, billiards room, golf simulator, Madison Club residents lounge with dining room and catering kitchen, access to personal trainers, massage therapists, travel agents and conceirge services
Standout Qualities: The building features expansive outdoor terraces for many residences, including a stunning 6,000-square-foot private terrace on the 80th floor, which offers panoramic views of New York City.
7. rose hill
Rose Hill offers a premier living experience with a focus on luxury and comfort. Residents benefit from a suite of exceptional amenities, such as a 50-foot pool, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a squash court. The property also boasts a sauna, game room, library, and a versatile dining and entertaining room. Outdoor spaces include landscaped courtyards and lounges, providing a tranquil retreat amidst the city. Additionally, a bookable guest suite ensures convenience for visitors. Rose Hill stands out for its blend of sophisticated design and comprehensive amenities, making it a top choice in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods.
Location: NoMad
Key Features: Heated marble floors,
Amenities: 50’ pool, fitness center, Squash Court, sauna, game room, library, dining and entertaining room, outdoor lounges landscaped courtyard, bookable guest suite.
Standout Qualities: Rose Hill offers luxurious living in one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods, NoMad.
8. 70 Vestry
70 Vestry, located in Tribeca, offers an exceptional living experience with stunning panoramic river views and luxurious marble surfaces. The building features an array of high-end amenities, including an 82-foot pool, a children’s pool, hot and cold plunge pools, a steam room, and a sauna. Residents can also enjoy a state-of-the-art fitness center, a squash court, and a game and billiards room. The lounge and dining entertainment suite further enhance the building’s appeal. One of 70 Vestry’s standout qualities is its striking stone, glass, and metal facade, which elegantly blends luxury with New York’s rich industrial history, creating a distinctive and sophisticated architectural presence in the city.
Location: Tribeca
Key Features: Panoramic river views, marble surfaces
Amenities: 82’ pool, children’s pool, hot and cold plunge pools, steam room and sauna, fitness center, squash court, game & billiards room and lounge and dining entertainment suite.
Standout Qualities: 70 Vestry’s stone, glass and metal facade seamlessly blends luxury with New York’s industrial history.
Apartment 4A at 70 Vestry is for sale. Contact the listing agent, Catherine Juracich to schedule a showing.
Which is right for You?
Choosing the perfect luxury residence goes beyond finding a place to live — it's about finding a space that reflects your lifestyle and aspirations. Each of the luxury apartment buildings NYC has to offer on this list displays unique features, from stunning architectural designs to world-class amenities, ensuring there’s something perfect for you, no matter your tastes. Whether you prioritize breathtaking views, high-end services, or a prime location, these residences offer everything you need to live in style and comfort.
The right building is out there, waiting to complement the life you’ve built for yourself.
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If you’re on your journey to buying a home in New York, I’d love to help guide you through the process. My name is Kristen Shaker, and I’m a licesned Real Estate Salesperson in New York city. Whether you’re just starting your search or ready to make a move, you can contact me to get started here. Let’s make your NYC real estate dreams a reality! And don’t forget to download my FREE Ultimate Buyer’s Guide — it’s packed with valuable insights and tips to help you make the best decision for your future.
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