28 W 38Th St

A prewar loft building completed in 1910, this 12-story cooperative in Midtown South offers mostly two- and three-bedroom loft residences. Units feature high ceilings, oversized industrial-style windows, generous closets and storage, and layouts that accommodate formal dining rooms and kitchen islands.

The building keeps its manufacturing-era character: exposed beams, crown moldings, original radiators and wide-plank wood floors appear in many homes. Amenities include a key-locked passenger elevator with separate freight access, video entry/security, a full-time superintendent (and night porter in some notices), and on-site staff handling maintenance. Many apartments allow in-unit washers and dryers and central air; several units provide private outdoor space such as small terraces or decks.

Located just off Fifth Avenue near Bryant Park and the New York Public Library, the cooperative places residents within short walks of flagship shopping, theater, fine dining, and multiple subway lines including quick access to Grand Central and Penn Station. Pets are permitted with board approval and pied-à-terre ownership is possible in many cases. A modest flip tax and occasional capital assessments have been noted by the board.