The Normandy Apartments

The Normandy Apartments is a 19‑story, 1939-built full-service cooperative on Riverside Drive, originally designed in the Art Deco idiom by noted architect Emory (Emery) Roth. The building’s massing and façade reflect prewar proportions, and interiors commonly retain period details: high beamed ceilings, crown moldings, herringbone hardwood floors, casement windows and generous foyer and dining-room spaces. Apartment types range from alcove studios through five-bedroom residences, many offering expansive west-facing exposures with direct views of the Hudson River and Riverside Park. Common building features include double-entry lobbies, elevators, laundry facilities, bicycle and private storage, and a planted roof terrace. The Normandy’s grounds contain a garden courtyard and other private outdoor pockets; many units have balconies or private outdoor spaces of varying sizes. Services are traditional white-glove: 24-hour doorman, concierge-style staff, live-in superintendent, porters and on-site maintenance. Resident amenities extend to a recently renovated fitness room, children’s playroom, bike room, play and meeting spaces, and storage bins. Policies are coop-governed and pet friendly; washer/dryers and renovations typically require board approval. The building’s location at West 86th–87th and Riverside Drive places it adjacent to Riverside Park, close to subway lines, neighborhood shops and restaurants, creating a park-facing, city-center lifestyle with strong prewar character and full-service conveniences.