Rounded edges and bronze-toned bands breaking up walls of windows distinguish 200 E. 20th St., a 20-story new build developed by Tidhar Group and NYC developer Yoel Shargian, in a neighborhood known for its historic townhomes. Elena Sarkissian, a Douglas Elliman agent who has been the building’s sales director since its inception, notes that architecture and interior design firm CetraRuddy originally envisioned a gray exterior, but decided to switch gears in order to better fit in with the surrounding buildings. “We didn’t want it to look like a giant orange dropped in Gramercy Park,” she says. Buyers don’t seem to be deterred since the location is the main pull, along with its boutique size. Some of the building’s 52 one-to-three-bedroom units are already occupied, even though construction of the upper floors and amenities won’t be fully complete until around the end of November 2024. CetraRuddy also designed the interiors, with Sarkissian noting how the materials are another lure for buyers. The goal was to be “contemporary, without polarizing the consumer.”
High-quality finishes that feel light and timeless
All residences feature the same top-of-the-line touches in soft creams and light woods. Chef’s kitchens are equipped with integrated Miele appliances, including concealed dishwashers, speed ovens and wine fridges. Kitchen islands resemble Calacatta marble, which was the original choice, but Sarkissian explains how the gold-veined slabs they wanted turned out to be too intense for the look they were going for, so they switched gears and chose Neolith counters with subtler veining. Plus, “People love marble, but they hate treating it twice a year,” she says, adding how Neolith has easier upkeep, is less prone to staining and is bacteria resistant. (This subtle veining reappears in the backsplash.) She also mentions how gas is grandfathered in; this is notable since the city has passed a law requiring new residential buildings to install electric appliances, but it won’t go into effect until 2029 for buildings of this height. Meanwhile, cabinets are Italian white oak, and some units conceal the stacked washer/dryer behind a panel in the kitchen.
Living room floors pick up the white-oak theme with 6-inch-wide planks, and some of the larger units feature a curved wall of not quite floor-to-ceiling windows. “We tried to have a cohesive design curve throughout,” Sarkissian shares. The windows open, and units are wired for installing motorized shades. State-of-the-art technology extends to individually controlled thermostats in each room for VRF, an energy-efficient heat and air system. Floors two through 14 also feature almost 10-foot ceilings, with those on the upper levels reaching 11 feet. En-suite primary baths are outfitted with Perla Venata quartzite tile floors, Bianco Dolomiti marble walls and a tambour wood veneer vanity. Separate shower stalls, radiant- heat floors, tub decks and dual vanities are also standard. Secondary baths slightly differ with an all-white look, from their Torbole-tiled walls and floors to white lacquer vanities with Krion counters, known for their durability. These bathrooms also include shower and bathtub combinations. Powder rooms change it up with an accent wall of gray Fiori di Bosco marble tiles from Xtone and gray graphite floating sinks. White-oak floors reappear here as well. Some units also contain balconies and additional closet space.
The three, three-bedroom setback penthouses on the top three floors contain the same design choices, with some exceptions: there’s only one per floor and they feature 11-foot ceilings whose expansive windows allow views of Gramercy Park and the skyline. Each penthouse has its own elevator and large terrace. Floors 15 through 20 are still under construction with tentative completion by the end of October 2024. One-bedrooms start at 716 square feet and $1.58 million, with three bedrooms maxing out at 2,461 square feet for almost $7 million.
Amenities will include a rooftop deck, fitness center and kids’ play space
The black-and-gold stone front desk is staffed by a full-time concierge; there’s also a live-in resident manager and full-time door attendant. A wall of built-in shelves leads to a lounge area that will be finished by November 2024, including a wall-mounted electric fireplace and co-working spaces. Amenities, including the lower-level children’s playroom and fitness center, are still under construction as well and have the same anticipated completion date, The playroom will feature an underwater theme while the gym will resemble a boutique studio with oak floors and high ceilings. An AI-powered system from OxeFit will be among the latest equipment, with its screen programmed with a variety of workouts and classes. Outside, the rooftop deck will include a fire pit, outdoor kitchen and ample seating to enjoy sweeping views of the city, from One World Trade to the Empire State Building. Another outdoor space, dubbed the Secret Garden, is smaller and tucked away on the second floor. Ground floor retail will be moving in at some point. The tenant isn’t known yet, but Sarkissian says that it’s a dry use space, meaning restaurants and bars aren’t allowed, and the condo is seeking a low-traffic occupant.
Residential section that’s close to Flatiron, Union Square and the East Village
The condo is at the intersection of 20th Street and Third Avenue. The former is mostly residential, while the latter is lined with neighborhood basics like bars, dry cleaners and nail salons. Across the street on Third is Eleni’s, a high-end Greek restaurant in a serene, plant-filled space. The area is home to a number of other destination restaurants, including the Michelin-starred Gramercy Tavern and Cosme, a special-occasion contemporary Mexican spot that’s been named to The World’s 50 Best Restaurants list. On the other end, Pete’s Tavern is one of the city’s oldest for food and drink; it continues to attract a local crowd, plus it’s just a few blocks away.
The condo is also close to an array of shopping in the Flatiron district, trendy nightlife in the East Village, Madison Square Park for its green space and dog park, and Union Square for its year-round farmer’s market. There’s also a Trader Joe’s a straight shot down Third at 14th Street. Though the condo is just a block from the gated Gramercy Park, Sarkissian says that keys are limited to those living around the perimeter. “However, a workaround is joining the National Arts Club or The Players to get a set of keys.” Not least, it’s worth noting that an NYPD Police Academy is across the way on 20th, with some units looking out at its rooftop. “I’ve only seen cadets once on the roof and they were doing sit-ups,” Sarkissian says, “not helicopters landing here like some people feared.”
Numerous subway lines and buses
The nearest subways are the 6 train at 23rd Street and Park Avenue, the Third Avenue L stop on 14th Street for travel between Brooklyn and the west side and the major Union Station hub, also on 14th, for the L, N, R, Q, W and 4, 5, 6 trains, making it easy to reach both the east and west sides of Manhattan. Crosstown buses navigate 23rd Street, and the FDR Drive is a few blocks away for drivers.
Short-term leases aren’t allowed
Investors aren’t allowed to offer short-term leases. In addition, the building’s monthly charges will be lower during the first year, then increase in the second when the building adds overnight staff.
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Area Factors
Low Crime
Crime Score®
3/ 10
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
93/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
100/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
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Parks in this Area
Peter's Field
2 min walk
Basketball
Multi-Purpose Field
Augustus St. Gaudens Playground
3 min walk
Basketball
Playground
Stuyvesant Square
5 min walk
Dog Park
Trails
Events
Union Square Park
8 min walk
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Vincent F Albano Jr Playground
11 min walk
Playground
Bellevue South Park
11 min walk
Basketball
Dog Park
Volleyball
Madison Square Park
11 min walk
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Asser Levy Playground
12 min walk
Cooper Triangle
13 min walk
Trails
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