When Andrew Carnegie first built his Carnegie Hill home, he envisioned a type of village and for many years, the neighborhood was just that. Then, like the rest of the city, it grew and grew and grew but even in 2011, it will still seem much like a smaller village surrounded by the greatness of Manhattan. The new additions to the NYC apartment market, Carnegie Hill Place - are enormous apartment complexes, but continue that village-feel traditions – in a modern way.
Carnegie Hill Place is located on Lexington between 96th and 97th, and both parts are huge, modern complexes.
A Modern Enclave In An Old Village
These are both large buildings with well over two hundred units in each of them, and because they are new, they offer all the possible amenities. They are sleek architecture both inside and out. You’ll find them finished out much like condominiums with granite kitchens, halogen lighting, and huge windows. Some have amazing views! Whether it is out across rooftops or of Manhattan’s bridges, the sense of space is well worth the trip uptown when looking at New York City apartment rentals.
Of course, there’s a great gym. In this case, they are actually TechnoGyms, which require an extra monthly fee, but you are already at home in your own building. There’s an outdoor roof deck for summer sun bathing, and basement storage facilities are also available. This is handy for those with bicycles and other items that require more storage than the normal apartment offers.
Carnegie Hill Place does not come at bargain basement prices. Studios start at around $2500 and two bedrooms go for $5500 and up. It’s a case where price brings luxury amenities, and a fantastic location.
Overall Success With Tenants
In the half dozen years that Carnegie Hill Place has been around, there are few negative reviews from tenants. Most are extremely positive about the lifestyle and apartments that it offers and consider that their monthly investment offers them a great NYC apartment.
The two original buildings have now be joined by 1510 Lexington – just up the street – and it has just as many amenities and the average apartment seeker will find more options there because, unlike the others, it has not been fully rented yet. It is one of the city’s first totally non-smoking buildings, and that’s a very popular aspect for many renters.
This whole development harkens back to Carnegie’s original dream of a village, but this one soars to the sky in a way he could never have foreseen. If you know Carnegie Hill already, you already know what a great neighborhood it is. If you don’t and you’re looking, these are excellent options on the New York rental market.
