5 E 44Th St

Number 5 is a boutique, mid-rise condominium in Midtown Manhattan completed in 2009. The 21-story property was designed by Philip Johnson–Alan Ritchie and is distinguished by a white metal/aluminum façade accented with primary-color details. Units are primarily one- and two-bedroom layouts with loft-like proportions, high ceilings (around 9–11 feet reported) and large floor-to-ceiling or full-height windows that maximize light and city views. Interior appointments commonly include Bulthaup kitchens with high-end appliances (Miele, Sub-Zero, Fisher & Paykel), washer/dryer hookups in-unit, hardwood plank flooring, spa-style bathrooms with premium fixtures (Toto), and thoughtful built storage. The building offers a boutique lobby, keyed and semi-private elevator access for several homes, and doorman services with weekday extended hours and weekend coverage; a virtual doorman/video-entry system and live superintendent add to security and management. Common areas include a roof deck and multiple residences feature private outdoor terraces over 60 sq ft; some larger units have private, lushly planted terraces and direct elevator access. Parking is not a primary feature. The property’s location between Fifth and Madison Avenues places it steps from Grand Central Terminal, Bryant Park, the New York Public Library, major subway lines and regional rail, as well as restaurants, shops and Whole Foods. The building has historically been marketed for full-time residents, pied-à-terre buyers and investors; a no-pets policy has been referenced in listings at times.