New York City Luxury Rental Blog

Hi-Tech Your Rental! Smarthome Gadgets You’ll Want For The Holidays

A stock photo of technology stuff on a desk, much like those that might interact with smarthome devices.

Smart technology has become so ubiquitous with our urban lifestyle that it’s infiltrated every facet of our lives, including our homes. The newest in innovative technology brings form and function to our living spaces, and this holiday season, we’ve got a list of smarthome gadgets that will make your luxury rental the smartest home in town.

Amenities: Mega- and Micro-Apartments Alike Appeal to Renters

An example of a furnished micro-apartment at Carmel Place.

Just this past Monday, NYC’s first micro-apartment building, Carmel Place, opened up applications for its market-price apartments. While tight quarters might be the antithesis of “luxury”, developer Moinian Group promises to deliver cutting-edge interior design with as comprehensive an amenity package as possible to appeal to early adopters.

One Wall Street Renovations: Robert A.M. Stern and Classic Manhattan

Rendering of One Wall Street by Robert A.M. Stern. Architects.

The landmarked One Wall Street is primed for a commercial-to-residential conversion, courtesy of Robert A.M. Stern Architects. The cherished Financial District building was originally designed by renowned architect Ralph Walker, and RAMSA may soon add a modest penthouse annex in addition to interior updates.

In Manhattan, as in Brooklyn, Demand Consistently Rises

It seems that in Manhattan, a new tall, glassy building appears to be racing towards the sky every minute. While this isn’t exactly the case, the planning and production rate of these buildings does occur at a steady pace.

Moving On Up: Harlem's Finest Luxury Rentals

Harlem may be deemed as one of New York City’s up-and-coming neighborhoods, but with its unsurmountable musical history, cultural and culinary hipness, and great location near notable destinations such as The Apollo Theater, Columbia University, and Central Park, the Northern Manhattan neighborhood is, to the well-trained eye, already as prominent as its borough brethren.

These Top Dollar Buildings Are The Pride of The Upper West Side

View of Manhattan's Central Park from Time Warner Center luxury apartments.

The Upper West Side is one of the most established and sophisticated neighborhoods in the city, and it’s also home to some of its most coveted luxury rental buildings.

Trading Up: Financial District's Most Expensive Rental Buildings

8 Spruce Street luxury apartments showcase great views of the city and water.

Manhattan’s Financial District has a rich history as the nation’s center of commerce. While this undeniable status remains true, this Lower Manhattan neighborhood is slowly regaining a reputation for luxury residential apartments. This five luxury buildings in particular feature some of Manhattan’s most stunning residences, and are among the neighborhood’s priciest.

What It's Like Living in Manhattan's Priciest Rentals

Views from a luxury apartment in Olympic Tower.

It’s been almost a year since we reported on the Pierre Hotel’s 39th floor apartment, that, at $500,000 per month, clocks in as New York’s priciest rental. Turns out, it’s also the second most expensive rental in the entire country. 2 East 61st Street is a 4,786 sq ft six-bedroom apartment that spans the entire 39th floor of the Pierre Hotel, which recently underwent $100 million in renovations.

5 Luxury, Energy-Efficient Rentals in Battery Park City

View of Battery Park City's waterfront from the Verdesian luxury rental apartments.

Battery Park City, bordered by the Financial District on West Street, is planned community located on the southwestern tip of Lower Manhattan and a prominent example of community renewal. Surrounded by the Hudson River on three sides, this 92-acre stretch of land has grown into an intimate part of New York City that flawlessly balances urban living with an array of scenic views and green spaces.

Low-Key Luxury in North Brooklyn

Luxury apartment in Williamsburg at 281 Union Avenue.

North Brooklyn’s landscape has changed considerably over the past decade. Williamsburg, and the area around it, saw the introduction of several huge developments to meet surging popularity, especially around the waterfront. While glass high-rises are taking a more prominent place in North Brooklyn’s real estate, these five luxury apartment buildings keep things low-key.