There’s something particularly special about summers in NYC and with warmer weather quickly ushering in, what better time than now to check out NYC homes with rooftop spaces under seven figures? Whether it’s a shared rooftop in a lowkey Jackson Heights co-op or a private one in Bushwick that’s perfect for entertaining, there’s no wrong way to kick back, relax, and enjoy a warm breeze while enjoying the views that you can only enjoy from a rooftop. Here are five great options for NYC homes with rooftops under $1 million, and be sure to check out even more on StreetEasy.
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In Jackson Heights, $414,999 can get you this large 1-bedroom co-op that’s just one block from the Roosevelt Ave/74th Street subway station. The kitchen is newly renovated with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, while the bedroom is large enough to host a king-sized bed. The building offers a furnished roof deck with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, along with an expansive front garden.
This renovated co-op in Lenox Hill offers a flexible floor plan that can turn its current 1-bedroom layout into a 2-bedroom. The living room’s six south-facing windows allow for plenty of natural light, and the windowed kitchen features white shaker cabinets and Caesarstone countertops. The bedroom fits a king-sized bed and there are five large closets throughout. The full-service co-op building boasts 24-hour door staff, a live-in superintendent, a laundry room, and a landscaped roof deck with stellar views.
This stylish 2-bedroom abode in Crown Heights is complete with 7.5 inch white oak floors, a neutral-toned open kitchen with Blomberg appliances and custom cabinets, an ultra-sleek bathroom with heated flooring, and more than 560 square feet of dedicated outdoor space. In terms of outdoor space, there’s a balcony located outside of the living room and a sweeping 507-square-foot private terrace on the second level and accessed via the bedroom. Views on the roof terrace are immaculate and make for the perfect backdrop while enjoying your summer days and nights.
On the Upper West Side, this spacious 1-bedroom condo with 704 square feet of space is going for $860,000. The open kitchen — equipped with plenty of cabinet space and stainless steel appliances — flows into the nearby living room that is bright and airy with a wall of windows. A walk-in closet is on hand, accompanied by three smaller closets throughout. Located along West 95th Street, the Princeton House offers residents a common roof deck where they can enjoy breathtaking views of the city skyline.
This Bushwick pad located within a boutique condo building with just six residences spans 866 square feet across two floors with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, refined oak flooring, and lots of natural light. The main level houses the open-concept living and dining rooms with its large windows, a custom kitchen with stunning blue cabinetry, and a bedroom. The primary suite is upstairs, with direct access to a 449-square-foot (!!) private roof terrace that overlooks the neighborhood. If that’s not enough, the building’s amenity package includes a communal roof deck, along with a dedicated lounge and an open workspace.