475 Fdr Dr

A mid-century cooperative apartment complex constructed in 1955, rising 21 stories and composed primarily of one- through four-bedroom residences. The façades present a straightforward postwar block profile with regular window rhythms and private balconies on many homes. Interiors commonly include eat-in kitchens, entrance foyers, built-in storage and walk-in closets; several units feature renovated kitchens with granite counters and modern stainless-steel appliances alongside original parquet flooring in living areas. The property’s footprints produce apartments with multiple exposures, large picture windows, and occasional terrace or balcony spaces offering river and bridge vistas from higher floors. Shared facilities are substantial for a co-op of this scale: a 24-hour attended lobby and on-site superintendent, fully equipped fitness center, children’s playroom, community room, in-building laundry and bicycle/storage rooms. Outdoors there are two landscaped private gardens/courtyards with playgrounds and gated play spaces, plus immediate access to the East River Promenade, ball fields and tennis courts. Building operations allow co-purchasing, gifting and guarantors; subletting is permitted after two years with board approval and graduated fees. Pet policy restricts dogs in many units; cats are often allowed. The location is highly transit-served with multiple crosstown and downtown bus lines, nearby subway connections and new retail options at the nearby Essex Crossing development.