242 E 25Th St

Located in Kips Bay, this 13-story condop completed in 2004 (architect: Stephen B. Jacobs) contains primarily studios, alcove studios, one- and two-bedroom residences across roughly 54 apartments. The façade and interiors present contemporary finishes: many units feature expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood flooring, high ceilings, open kitchens with stainless steel appliances, granite counters and breakfast bars, and generous built-in storage including large walk-in or California closets. Apartment layouts range from convertible alcove studios to split two-bedrooms with private balconies and garden-facing exposures. Shared spaces emphasize practical, day-to-day living rather than opulence; building services include a part-time doorman (typical daytime/evening coverage), live-in superintendent, elevator access, and video intercom. Resident amenities are focused on lifestyle conveniences: a fitness center, a panoramic furnished roof terrace with city views, bike room, storage cages, on-site laundry facilities and central laundry options. The building is pet-friendly and notable for flexible ownership rules typical of condops—no board interviews, immediate subletting, co-purchasing, guarantors and pied-à-terre ownership are generally permitted. Parking is not a primary on-site feature; the location offers easy transit access (near the 6, N/R/W and L lines), supermarkets, theaters and several parks, placing it in a lively, well-served Manhattan neighborhood that blends Midtown accessibility with Gramercy and Flatiron conveniences.