Not-So-Average Manhattan Rental Buildings

If you’ve relocated to New York recently, perhaps you’d rather rent for a few years until you learn the lay of the land. Getting to know your way around town and deciding in which neighborhood you’d like to settle before making the long-term investment is pretty smart. And if you’re all about luxury, not to worry, you don’t have to get a mortgage to secure an upscale residence in the Big Apple. Rental buildings have plenty to offer in terms of a luxurious lifestyle. Here is just a sampling of not-so-average apartments available to rent in Manhattan.

The Beatrice – 105 W 29^th St

Residents will adore the Chelsea location, the state-of-the-art fixtures and finishes, and the panoramic views. Perched on top of the Eventi Hotel, the Beatrice boasts a 3,700 cloud lounge and rooftop terrace on the 54^th floor and a yoga studio on the 24^th floor for health-conscious residents. Apartments start at $3,450 for a studio and go beyond $6,750 for a two-bedroom unit.

The Corner – 200 W 72^nd St

This Silver Lead Certified Green Building is located in the desirable Upper West Side; this Silver Lead Certified Green Building offers effortless apartment living with sprawling floor plans, elegant kitchens, and bright spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows. Choose from 47 unique layouts. Prices range from $3,450 to $17,000 per month.

505 W 37^th St

Call Midtown West home when you live in this luxury building at 37^th and 10^th Avenue. The loft-like residences feature floor-to-ceiling windows with expansive Manhattan views. Choose from more than 20 generous floor plans to suit your lifestyle. Two-bedroom units rent in the $5,000 range.

The Lara – 113 Nassau St

This new mixed-use building in the Financial District comes complete with amenities such as a gaming/media room, fitness center, lounge, roof terrace with a sculpture garden, and cascading fountain. Units come equipped with solar shades, walnut-hued floors, luxury bath fixtures, and high-end kitchen appliances. Prices start at around $3,500 per month for a studio.

Two Sutton Place North – 1113 York Ave

This 31-story building at 61^st and York can’t be missed –– its black glass façade is unlike any other building in the neighborhood. You’ll smile every day you return home to the tree-lined, cobblestone driveway or when you relax in the private landscaped park. Expect to pay $3,250 for a studio and more than $9,000 for a three-bedroom unit.

2 Cooper Square

If having a prime address is high on your list, look no further than Greenwich Village’s 2 Cooper Square, in which one-bedrooms start around $5,200 per month. The 15-story building promises ultra-luxury living in one of New York’s hippest neighborhoods. Spoil yourself in the yoga and dance studio, lounge, or on the 6,500 square foot rooftop complete with a swimming pool, barbecue station, and bar. Looking for some private outdoor time? Relax on your terrace, instead. City living never looked so good.