Luxury living in NYC is not hard to come by. There are tons of fantastic places to live. But what if you want the best of the best without purchasing a $20 million penthouse? Here are some ultra-luxurious finds to meet your needs.
1. The Biltmore – 271 West 47th  Street
You can’t get more centrally located then The Biltmore. Found in the heart of Times Square you would never miss a beat here. The style is clean, modern, and Asian in design. Amenities are top notch with the ability to hire in-house uniformed maid service, limo and car service, party-planners, and private caterers. Have all of the basics covered with concierge dry cleaning, and available newspapers, postage, stamps, and metro cards. The units have hardwood floors, granite counter tops, and stainless steel appliances. The Biltmore is within walking distance of just about every major subway. Spectacular views can be had on as low as the 10th floor. Studios start at $2795, alcove studios at $2995, one bedrooms at $3395, and 2 bedrooms at $4795.
2. The Marc – 260 West 54th Street
Located four blocks from Columbus Circle you will be a hop, skip, and a jump away from all the luxuries of the West Side at The Marc. The warm and inviting lobby will beg you to see the residences, which all include floor to ceiling windows, maple flooring, and individually controlled heating and air conditioning. The kitchens all have cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and Grohe fixtures. The bathrooms all include stunning Italian marble as well. The fitness center goes above and beyond and offers a pilates and yoga room, men and women’s steam rooms, and massages in addition to the state of the art equipment. Pet friendly studios, one, and two bedrooms are available starting at $3,225.
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3. MiMa Tower – 450 West 42nd Street
Built in 2011, MiMa is the newest of our ultra-luxury picks. Residences begin on the 51st floor and are accessible through a private lobby. Located on 42nd between 9th and 10th avenues you will be best served by the A, C, and E trains. Just a few of the seemingly limitless list of amenities are the Equinox fitness center, heated indoor lap pool, pet spa, game room, screening room, and a fully loaded Apple tech lounge. Units have gorgeous chefs’ kitchens with state of the art ranges. Studios, one, and two bedrooms are available starting at $4,195.
4. Helena – 601 West 57th Street
The Helena is an entirely Green residence located on the West Side in the Hell’s Kitchen neighborhood. It was built with recycled materials, reduces energy with solar panels and Energy Star appliances in addition to having plug ins for hybrid cars in the parking garage. Some of the building amenities include a fitness center with a cardio theatre, a children’s playroom, a clubroom for resident entertaining with a fireplace, and an in-house convenience store with an ATM. Hell’s kitchen is normally a tough location due to the slightly longer walk to the subway. The Helena fixes this problem with private, low-emission bus service to and from Columbus Circle. The units have more Green elements with Zodiaq countertops in the kitchen, which are more hygienic and more durable than granite, as well as a master switches which allow you to turn off all of the lighting in the unit without affecting the computers, televisions, or other plugged devices. Studios, one, and two bedrooms are available starting at $2,700.
5. Mercedes House – 550 West 54th Street
The architecture of Mercedes House is truly astonishing with its grandiose stepped design. Located on 54th between 10th and 11th this building gives residents fantastic views of the Hudson Riverfront. Some of the cooler amenities are the outdoor amphitheater, two outdoor desks with lawns for sunbathing and bocce, and indoor and outdoor pools. The units boast floor to ceiling windows, which provide tons of sunlight and a washer and dryer in every unit. Sleek interiors include hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. Tenants also get to enjoy the beauty of Clinton Park right next door. Studios, one and two bedrooms are available starting at $2,825.
