Gramercy Park, a sedate rectangle of green space, is accessible only to residents of the 39 buildings facing the park, and even they have to pay for their keys. Gramercy the neighborhood, though, is one of Manhattan's most accessible, elegant and understatedly luxurious residential neighborhoods. Defined by its lovely pre-war architecture, tree-lined streets and relaxed, gracious air, Gramercy is home to some of the finest apartments for rent in Manhattan. Whether you have keys to Gramercy Park itself or not, and whether you choose to call the neighborhood Gramercy or Gramercy Park, this much is inarguably true: the neighborhood which is bordered on the west by Park Avenue South and the East River on the east, and by 14th Street on the south and 23rd Street to the north, is a true New York gem.
The apartments for rent in Gramercy embody the understated elegance and quiet grace that define the neighborhood itself. The buildings themselves run from the stately pre-war rental apartments at 88 Lexington Avenue and Park 23 to the luxurious loft-style rental units at Lex Lofts to the contemporary luxury of the rental flats at Post Luminaria, a new-construction high-rise rental tower. As diverse as Gramercy's rentals are, though, every rental opportunity in Gramercy meets a high standard for luxury, convenience and style.
Gramercy's quiet, shady streets are home to numerous hidden gems. Luxurious boutiques and shopping are tucked away on sedate blocks, and Gramercy is also home to a disproportionate number of the city's finest restaurants -- from Michelin-starred New American restaurants to unpretentious burger joints (including the famed Shake Shack in Madison Square Park) to equally unpretentious tapas spots (owned, naturally, by acclaimed chefs). Gramercy Park is also rich in charmingly low-key bars and coffeeshops as well as, perhaps surprisingly, one of the city's premier live music venues in the Fillmore at Irving Plaza. For those with an active lifestyle, Gramercy offers a decent variety of choices, starting from full service health clubs to exotic yoga and martial arts studios, one of which is NYC Karate Dojo, a fine school of Shotokan Karate providing free lessons to all students living in Manhattan. Mass transit, and thus the rest of the city, isn't far away, either -- one of Manhattan's major subway hubs is just a short walk away at Union Square. There's a lot to discover in Gramercy Park, even if you don't have keys to the Gramercy Park.
12 East 22nd Street, between Park Avenue South and Broadway, is in the heart of the fabulous Flatiron District near Baruch College.
This elevator loft rental apartment features 12- to 14-foot-high ceilings, oversized rooms and windows, new kitchens, and new marble bathrooms with oversized medicine cabinets. Kitchens include banjo counters, oak floors, and a fully equipped laundry room.
Nestled in the heart of exciting Gramercy Park, 150 East 18th Street offers studio, one and two bedroom luxury apartments steps away from Union Square. Residents of these beautiful luxury apartments can take advantage of Pete’s Tavern, a fixture in the area since 1864 and known for having some of the tastiest burgers in all of NYC. Located between Irving and 3rd, 150 East 18th Street exudes a tightly knit neighborhood feel while still offering the convenience of an easy commute to anywhere in the city.
Studios from $2,695 per month
1BR from $3,350 per month
Erected in 1927, this 17-story building was designed by Necarsulmer & Lehlbach. Because it is across the street from an armory, it has very impressive views to the south as it is close to Madison Square Park's several important skyscrapers.
The building has one setback and arched windows on its second floor. There is a laundry on every floor, and the building has a lobby attendant.
Manhattan Promenade is a handsome, light red-brick, brand-new 23-story luxury rental apartment building in the heart of Manhattan in the Gramercy area. It was erected in 1998 and has 183 rental apartments.
Manhattan Promenade has a 24-hour doorman and is easily accessible to all transportation. Between 25th and 26th Streets, it is convenient to Madison Square and Gramercy parks and the Flatiron District that abounds in trendy restaurants and local shopping.
1BR from $3,000 per month
2BR from $4,400 per month
Park 23 offers a beguiling contradiction on Park Avenue South: new, pre-war luxury rental apartments in a classic New York location. Park 23's elegant, newly renovated pre-war rental apartments rank among the most desirable apartments for rent in Gramercy. In an historic landmark building on Park Avenue South that dates to 1892, Park 23 has emerged as one of the hottest rental listings in Manhattan.
2BR from $3,350 per month
A gem of a new construction luxury apartment building in low-profile Gramercy East, Post Luminaria offers the luxurious amenities and spacious floor plans discerning NYC dwellers expect in an under-appreciated neighborhood. Thanks to stunning river views, sophisticated residences and a host of all-inclusive features, Post Luminaria ranks among the premier no-fee rentals in Gramercy. It's a class act from its stunning, art-laden limestone lobby on up.
Studios from $2,900 per month
1BR from $3,355 per month
