A modern perch overlooking Madison Square Park in Manhattan is on the market for $7.2 million.
In the late 19th century, Manhattan’s elite lived largely in toned brownstones around Madison Square Park. The neighborhood remains a sought-after address, with a glass skyscraper redefining luxury living near the historic 6.2-acre green space.
There are only 83 condominiums, two per floor, in the glass-walled Madison Square Park Tower at 45 East, 22nd Street. The Midtown building, completed in 2017, has a granite base (to match the period buildings at street level) and widens as it rises 777 feet into the air.
Located inside the Madison Square Park Tower, the property is accessible by a semi-private elevator.
Today, one of the residences, 46-A, is on the market for $7.2 million.
In this residence with a semi-private elevator, floor-to-ceiling glass walls offer 360-degree views of the city 24/7. The home’s 32-foot corner great room with 10-foot ceilings overlooks landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, Flatiron Building, 1 Madison Avenue Clock Tower, ‘Hudson River and much more. The open room design consists of a living room that leads to the dining room and kitchen, which features custom cabinets designed by Molteni and appliances from Sub-Zero and Miele.
The home’s elevated location in the building allows for 360-degree views through the glass walls.
The 2,490 square foot home has three bedrooms. The master bedroom, which offers views of downtown and the Hudson River, and the other two have a private bathroom. Each bathroom is equipped with an oversized shower, double vanity, radiant heated floors and a tub located near the windows. There is also a laundry room and wet bar.
The tower’s lifestyle amenities include a fitness center, children’s playroom, library and club on the 54th floor with city views.
The property’s corner great room offers views of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, … [+]
The building was designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox and Golden and Hill West Architects. The interiors were designed by the team of Stockholm-born Martin Brudnizki.
Listing Agent Chris Fry considers a potential buyer to be “either a small family or a retiring couple looking for spectacular views,” he said in an email. “I would highly recommend a nighttime screening to appreciate the panorama.”
The kitchen features custom cabinetry designed by Molteni and appliances from Sub-Zero and Miele.
Madison Square Park was inhabited by the Lenape people in the 1600s. By 1811, it was the largest public space in Manhattan. A century later, the park featured the first public Christmas tree in the United States. The park, featuring a public garden, playground, open-air museum and dog park, offers city dwellers a sanctuary within Manhattan.
Chris Fry of Elegran is the listing agent.
The tower’s lifestyle amenities include a fitness center, children’s playroom, library and club. … [+]
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