There's a high standard for luxury rental apartments on the Upper East Side, which makes sense it's reasonable to expect a lot from elegant rental homes in Manhattan's most definitively upscale neighborhood. While there's a lot to like about The Strathmore, what might be most impressive is how easily it surpasses even the most ambitious expectations for an elegant, full-service Upper East Side apartment rental. The ceilings are higher, the amenities more luxurious, the apartments seemingly more spacious and sun-drenched than even the most discerning of NYC dwellers would expect. In every way, and not just because of its graceful 43-story dimensions, The Strathmore towers above the competition to reign as one of the premier no-fee rental listings on the Upper East Side.
Let's start with those apartments. The Strathmore's custom apartment homes offer a variety of looks one-bedroom, two-bedroom, three-bedroom, convertible four-bedroom apartments and three-bedroom duplex penthouses are available -- and stylistic elements, with some residences offering windowed kitchens or eat-in kitchens. Every apartment home at The Strathmore, though, meets the same exacting standard for aesthetic excellence the attention to detail is evident in the stylish finishes and fixtures that make these among the most sophisticated and convenient rental apartments on the Upper East Side. The gourmet kitchens feature quarry-tiled floors and granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and Euro-style white cabinetry; the opulent baths feature elegant marble accents, oversized tubs, polished-brass fittings and porcelain sinks. With nine-foot ceilings above and luminous oak parquet floors below, The Strathmore's rental units offer unbeatable light and air, while oversized bay windows bathe each apartment in natural light and allow for dazzling city and East River views. All of The Strathmore's rental residences also feature the added convenience of a built-in washer/dryer.
The Strathmore's amenities are every bit as striking as the apartment homes, and clear even the high bar for resident services set by The Related Companies, the vaunted management company behind The Strathmore. The fitness center features state-of-the-art cardio and strength equipment, but The Strathmore also offers such uncommon amenities as a beautiful, sun-drenched 50-foot swimming pool and a private squash court. The children's playroom is well-stocked with books, toys, games and other fun stuff, while the residents' entertainment lounge is similarly well-appointed with such grown-up amenities as a large flat-panel TV and plenty of comfortable seating. Most unique of all is access to the ultra-luxe Related Personal Assistant service, which is available at each of Related's luxury rental buildings in Manhattan. Related Personal Assistants work like, well, personal assistants they specialize in getting hard-to-get reservations and tickets, but can also swing any errand and find tenants just the right housekeepers, massage therapists, dog-walkers... in short, whoever or whatever renters might be too busy to find for themselves. Related's on-site resident service specialists are available to field any and all questions and requests, while the company's electronic payment system makes paying rent even on Visa or American Express easier than it has ever been. The expected 24-hour doorman, concierge and valet service are also available, as is copious storage space for bicycles. Membership in the Related network also affords The Strathmore's residents access to exclusive holiday parties, barbecues and off-site celebrations ranging from wine tastings to gallery previews.
The Strathmore also enjoys the benefit of an ideal Upper East Side location the streets are quiet, tree-lined and understated, and the rustic riverside pleasures of Carl Schurz Park are just a short walk east (especially good news for residents who take advantage of The Strathmore's pet-friendly policies). A wide array of fine restaurants and some surprisingly hopping nightlife is nearby, the storied cultural attractions of Museum Mile are a walk or a trip on the reliable crosstown bus at 86th Street away, while the nearby express subway stop at 86th Street home of the 4, 5, and 6 trains puts the rest of the city within easy reach. With a location that puts it in the center of the Upper East Side and a combination of services that enables it to tower above other luxury rentals on the Upper East Side, The Strathmore is a true neighborhood landmark.
