those mature pines took decades to get this sculptural. a direct living terrace at true penthouse height, fourteen feet wide with central park spread out below and billionaires row rising behind it. the stone balustrade is the kind of detail nobody builds anymore. southern and western light all afternoon, enough room for a proper dinner party, and neighbors who apparently have better things to do than look over. the view does most of the talking; the landscape does the rest.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|3300 int SF
Direct Living|3000 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
Turtle Bay
244 East 52 #PH
$5,995,000
Expert Opinion:
well proportioned terrace, with a layout that allows for separate areas for dining and lounging, the connectivity with the interior makes it excellent for entertaining.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|2566 int SF
Direct Living|999 ext SF
Courtesy of bhs
Financial District
50 Pine St #12N
$1,495,000
Expert Opinion:
being in the middle of all the skyscrapers means that the view is limited, but that restriction does not affect your enjoyment, as this is still a nice terrace with room for most uses.
Condo|3 Beds|3 Baths|2202 int SF
Direct Roof|500 ext SF
Courtesy of corcoran
Midtown East
126 East 57 #807
$2,320,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace has the dimensions of a balcony, but somehow will feel more comfortable due its construction
Condo|1 Beds|1 Baths|793 int SF
Direct Living|73 ext SF
Courtesy of elliman
Kips Bay
368 Third Ave #PHA
$8,695,000
Expert Opinion:
thirteen and a half feet across with the empire state and chrysler both in frame. a direct living terrace at true penthouse height, properly furnished for both dinner parties and quiet mornings. the pergola structure overhead offers partial shade without blocking the skyline. west-facing golden hour will do the rest.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|2926 int SF
Direct Living|358 ext SF
Courtesy of brown harris stevens
Chelsea
252 Seventh Ave #PHP
$4,995,000
Expert Opinion:
decent vegetation an a nice decking, but without an ability to assess the views, it is difficult to judge this terrace.
Condo|4 Beds|3.5 Baths|2525 int SF
Second Level|205 ext SF
Courtesy of argo real estate llc
Seaport
33 Park Row #PH1
$13,750,000
Expert Opinion:
technically a loggia, but the scale and height of the cover give it terrace like characteristics,. the views and the year around usability make this an outstanding place.
Condo|4 Beds|4.5 Baths|3638 int SF
Second Level|596 ext SF
Courtesy of compass
Soho
27 Wooster St #PH
$35,000,000
Expert Opinion:
the glass house design of this apartment makes the terraces an integrated part of the whole design, the execution is perfect here, with enough room for relaxation, and dining, but the pool is divine
Condo|5 Beds|5 Baths|6700 int SF
Direct Living|3100 ext SF
Courtesy of compass
East Village
1 Avenue B #PHI
$9,950,000
Expert Opinion:
twenty feet wide, over two thousand square feet, a pergola dripping with mature bougainvillea, and a fireplace for when the october evenings turn. this direct living terrace seats twelve for dinner without anyone bumping chairs. the glass railing preserves the skyline view while the planted border softens the urban edge. most terraces promise entertaining; this one actually delivers it.
Condo|4 Beds|3.5 Baths|3000 int SF
Direct Living|2168 ext SF
Courtesy of compass
Midtown East
303 Park Ave #2711
$16,875,000
Expert Opinion:
the double access to the living room, will make it easy to hold large events on this terrace, because all your friends will want to be invited to this spot.
Condo|3 Beds|3.5 Baths|2756 int SF
Direct Living|958 ext SF
Courtesy of elliman
Kips Bay
303 East 33 #9F
$2,350,000
Expert Opinion:
well proportioned to accommodate lounging and dining sections simultaneous, and a good privacy barrier from the building across the street make this a very usable terrace
Condo|2 Beds|2 Baths|1550 int SF
Direct Living|218 ext SF
Courtesy of elliman
Soho
350 West Broadway #PH
$23,000,000
Expert Opinion:
this terrace offers an entire outdoor living experience, proving the versatility of direct roof terraces. the fireplace, spa, and kitchen are fantastic, but the large tv., and wc ensure you can stay there for hours.