Plenty of New York City high rises lay claim to landmark status, and in a city with a skyline like New York's, many can make a good case. 20 Exchange Place, though, is different, it was officially designated a City Landmark by the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission back in 1996, and is currently entering a new chapter in its life by emerging as one of the hottest rental listings in the Financial District.
The slender, striking, limestone-clad 51-story skyscraper was planned as the second-tallest building in New York City when designed by star gotham architects Cross & Cross back in 1929, and it has remained one of the most revered examples of Art Deco design in the Financial District. 20 Exchange Place's elegant facade, unique stone statuary, stunning marble hallways and a dazzling lobby featuring bronze doors and 45 types of marble from all over the world makes 20 Exchange Place stand out even among the classic architecture of the Financial District. It has also made 20 Exchange Place something of a movie star it's a regular location in New York-based television shows, and was at the center of Spike Lee's hit film "The Inside Man," among many others. For those looking for lower Manhattan rentals, though, it's what's inside that counts. Thanks to a recent conversion to high end rental apartments, 20 Exchange Place is extraordinary in that category, too.
20 Exchange Place's rental apartments are rich in contemporary, ultra-luxurious amenities. The modern kitchens offer state of the art stainless steel appliances and custom European cabinetry; the elegant baths have marble floors and custom sinks and vanities. Each apartment home features soaring 11-foot ceilings and oversized windows offering spectacular panoramic city views. With 35 floors and 843 available rental units, each apartment is unique and every view offers a glimpse of New York City at its loveliest.
20 Exchange Place's all-inclusive amenities extend beyond the residences to include an on-site valet service an in-house concierge. The on-site gym features ultra-contemporary cardio and weight-training equipment, while the private sun deck offers precious outdoor space and even more postcard city and river views. And the showcase lounge, designed by interior design star Vincent Cangelosi, features a billiards table, among other amenities. A full-service garage is another unique amenity. And 20 Exchange Place's premier location at the heart of the Financial District puts it just steps from the subway, several subways, actually, as 20 Exchange Place is near the 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, C, E, J, M, R, and W lines and a wide array of museums, bars, restaurants and shopping. A landmark building making a seamless transition from classic New York office tower to standard-setting luxury rental property, 20 Exchange Place is one of the elite new rental listings in lower Manhattan.