20 ft wide is plenty for even large scale entertaining, and it can easily become a de-facto living room when the weather allows

this terrace has the access, size and views that make it extremely desirable,,, the one drawback is that at this elevation, wind can really affect the usability.

small but potent terrace with great views.

a second level terrace with 259 square feet sounds generous until you notice the five foot width. that is bistro territory, not entertaining territory. the caution tape in the photo suggests someone agrees. views toward midtown are solid, privacy is real, but two chairs and a coffee is the ceiling here.

the terrace has is excellently connected to both the living and primary bedroom. and that is rare. the fact the building across the street (fit) is low also provides great privacy and views.

the proximity to the neighboring building reduces the privacy, and will take away some of the joy. the condition of the terrace will make up for that.

this well-maintained direct roof terrace offers a charming and quiet outlook over lush mid-block gardens. while the space is an inviting retreat, the spiral staircase access presents a functional challenge for seamless entertaining, requiring careful planning for transporting refreshments and dinnerware from the interior living levels.

at 480 square feet, the second-floor footprint feels more like a private backyard than a typical terrace. the generous size and decent flow are high points, but the perimeter fencing can feel "closed-in." it’s a spacious, protected canvas that offers rare privacy, provided you can handle the urban enclosure.

under utilized because of its difficult access ( 2 flights up). can be made very attractive with some tlc

this direct living terrace is not very wide, but the connectivity with the great room make it nearly perfect for living.

living level with 18 feet of width and central park filling the frame, which is the arrangement everyone pictures when they say "terrace apartment." three separate outdoor spaces here, and this one does the heavy lifting. some neighbor sightlines exist, but at this height, who's really watching. no landscaping yet, just potential and good bones.

accessibility of the main terrace directly often family room gives it the status of the direct living terrace and it is very useful and a smart vegetation offers a good level of privacy. the roof access terrace will undoubtedly have the better views, but it's it's access might make it less frequently used. used.