80 La Salle St

Built in the mid-1950s and rising 21 stories, this residential co-op is one of six buildings that form the Morningside Gardens community in Morningside Heights. Architecturally it reflects midcentury urban-planning principles: slab-like massing sited within expansive landscaped grounds that create a campus-like setting rather than a typical street-facing tower. The property mix includes studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments with notably tall ceilings, oversized casement windows and frequent corner exposures that provide abundant natural light and garden, park, or river views. Interiors commonly feature windowed eat-in kitchens, generous closet storage, recessed lighting and hardwood floors; some units have been thoughtfully renovated with modern appliances, stone counters and open-plan layouts. Shared facilities span recreation, convenience and community uses: a state-of-the-art gym, indoor and outdoor playgrounds, daycare, activity rooms and workshops (ceramics, woodworking, photography), a community theater, laundry, bicycle and private storage, and on-site management and 24-hour security. The complex includes surface parking and an on-site garage. Outdoor amenities emphasize landscaped courtyards, gardens, and tennis courts, plus private outdoor terraces or balconies for select residences. The development’s location places residents steps from Columbia University, multiple subway and bus lines, nearby parks and waterfront paths, and a dense mix of restaurants, cultural institutions and neighborhood retail. The co-op is pet-friendly and operates as a well-established, service-oriented community with programs and clubs that support multi-generational living and an active resident life.