This expansive 1-bedroom on the Upper West Side is situated directly across the street from Riverside Park, affording it stellar views and a top-tier location. Encompassing more than 1,000 square feet, the home has well-proportioned rooms that feature loads of pre-war charm, including a decorative fireplace, beamed 9-foot-high ceilings, built-in bookshelves, and elegant moldings. The windowed eat-in kitchen offers abundant cabinet space and a dining nook that overlooks Riverside Park, while the king-sized bedroom and the spacious living room also give park views. There are seven closets throughout — one being a walk-in — and there’s the option to add an in-unit washer/dryer, with co-op board approval.

Head down to Battery Park City, where this 1-bedroom abode awaits. Its 700-square-foot expanse is filled with natural light and gives view to Teardrop Park. The living room is light and airy with large windows and high ceilings. The open kitchen offers stylish wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar. Views from the king-sized bedroom don’t disappoint either, and the bathroom offers a classic design with black-and-white floor tiles. The Solaire is amenity-packed, offering everything from a fitness center with private training studios and a resident’s lounge with a catering kitchen, to a landscaped roof terrace with grills and stellar views of the Hudson River.

Sleek, spacious, and stylish adequately describe this 1-bedroom in Fort Greene, located just steps away from Fort Greene Park. Its contemporary design blends nicely with the home’s original pre-war details across its 850 square feet. In the living room, a huge Colonial-style window allows sunlight to pour in. Beamed ceilings, bright wood floors, and arched pass-throughs create a sense of grandeur. A small area between the foyer and the living room makes for a cozy dining nook, and the windowed kitchen offers all the essentials, including new stainless steel appliances and generous cabinet space. A walk-in closet is incorporated into the large bedroom, and the bathroom boasts marble finishes and an oversized tub.

If you’re looking for a home that is chic and unorthodox, this Lower East Side gem might be it. The living room is both stylish and functional, with an open-concept layout, wide-plank wood flooring, and a built-in home office. The apartment showcases built-ins and storage space at virtually every turn, including the windowed kitchen where you’ll find an abundance of cabinet space and a lengthy under-counter seating area. There are two bedrooms, both spacious, light-filled, and optimized for storage. The apartment is less than a block away from the East River Promenade, and the building offers two private parks as part of its amenity package.

Last but certainly not least, we have this stunning multi-level co-op in Greenwich Village. The main level features the living room and access to a small balcony, boasting a minimalist design that creates a sense of tranquility. A spiral staircase connects the main and upper level, while a small set of stairs leads to the sunken kitchen, complete with integrated appliances, lacquer white cabinets, and a countertop extension with a dining area. Overlooking the living room is the upper loft, which can fit a king-sized bed and has space for a small home office or reading nook. There’s also a walk-in closet, as well as two other closets throughout. There are several parks within close range, including Washington Square Park and Mercer Playground.