Articles on Financial District Condos

A New Skyscraper With a Twist is Coming to the Financial District


Renderings by Lightstone

Of all the Manhattan neighborhoods, the Financial District seems to be one that has been adopting the most change. From new residential skyscrapers to numerous new developments in the making, this historic area has been constantly under construction during the past few years. Now, construction has begun on FiDi’s newest development, a rare concrete pillar.

Financial District's Beautiful New Skyline Extension: 50 West Street

The Financial District continues to grow with yet another development. This shiny 780-foot tower at 50 West Street has brought 191 condominiums to the neighborhood and is a beautiful addition to the NYC skyline.

Convenient Condos Near Preschools

As September approaches, the weather will soon be getting colder and back to school season will begin. To make the transition easier for first-time parents, here are three newly-developed condominiums, fitted with luxury, comfort, and all conveniently located near preschools.

Long Awaited Financial District Tower On The Market

The highly anticipated condominium tower at 50 West Street is finally complete and on the market. Rising 780 feet and standing 64-stories tall, this glass tower is a perfect addition to the growing Financial District.

Starchitects Shine Designing the Manhattan Skyline

New rendering of 1 Park Lane luxury residential condominium in Manhattan

Rendering courtesy of New York Yimby

When imagining the future of Manhattan, the task is much easier when you can look at a picture of the luxury residential buildings that will dominate it. Among many newly released designs popping up around New York City, these four luxury Manhattan towers revealed their renderings last week, painting a picture of the skyline to come.

What is the Fate of South Street Seaport’s Redevelopment?

South Street Seaport, Howard Hughes Corporation, Pier 17, Community Conflict

                         Rendoring of Howard Hughes Corporation's Pier 17 Redevelopment

Redevelopment of historic South Street Seaport has been a hot-button issue since Hurricane Sandy ravaged lower Manhattan in 2012, and the fate of the iconic waterfront remains unclear.

New Developments Coming to FiDi

 

The city is everchanging. You can always expect to hear plans of new developments in any given neighborhood. New York has some of the nation's oldest buildings, while the newer ones are preparing to make history. Check out the top five residential buildings coming soon to the Financial District:

The Top 5 Most Anticipated Residential Buildings in Lower Manhattan

The Cast Iron House, reimagined by Shigeru Ban, places two, white metal penthouses atop a cast iron building that’s exemplary of its Tribeca neighborhood.  Though the nuances between the two forms are distinct, the merging makes for a cohesive unit, with a proper synchronicity of rhythm in design.  Each of the penthouses makes use of a Vierendeel truss, which enables the glass walls on their bottom levels to free it to the open air, playing with the idea of living space, and smudging the demarcation between the interior with the terrace outside.

World Financial Center Revamp Underway

World Financial Center Marketplace to be run by Peter Poulakakos

There was a time when the Financial District was just known for its bulls and bears—today, however, the neighborhood is making a name for itself as a very desirable residential location as well. The area is home to several great luxury condos, and residents here get to enjoy a neighborhood that’s filled with fantastic restaurants, cutting-edge bars, great cafés and more. Now, foodies in the Financial District will soon be having a new place to converge at—the 30,000 square foot marketplace at the World Financial Center.

Best Coffee Shops in the Financial District

Tired of the coffee brews you are getting at places like Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks in the Financial District? Well then, you’re in luck: step away from those chain stores and check out our list of the best coffee shops in the neighborhood!! Sure, these cafés won’t be found on every block, but rest assured that visiting these shops will give you a truly rewarding caffeine experience.