This Lenox Hill 1-bedroom is remarkably sunny. Windows run nearly the length of the minimalist living room walls, providing exposures to the east, south, and north. The apartment’s Japanese design prioritizes clean lines and high-quality natural materials. White oak floors and streamlined storage with custom closets run throughout. The bedroom has its own huge windows, while the sleek kitchen has aqua-colored tiling, custom cabinetry, a paneled dishwasher, and a Liebherr refrigerator. But the best feature is the 280-square-foot terrace! The building also offers a full-time doorman and concierge.

Over on the Upper West Side, this mid-century modern designed 1-bedroom has incredible views of the Hudson River. The living room has prewar moldings, a striking fireplace, and a window that perfectly frames the river view. An archway leads into the foyer and kitchen, which has premium stone countertops, checkerboard tile floor, custom cabinetry, and a large window.

Heading into Brooklyn, this 2-bedroom occupies the parlor floor of a Park Slope home and has lovely period details, like high ceilings and bay windows. The custom-made kitchen is outfitted with plywood shaker-style cabinets, natural stone slab countertops, a dishwasher, and wide oak plank flooring. Best of all, the larger bedroom leads out to a private terrace.

We’re back in Manhattan for this East Village loft that represents a pretty ideal NYC home. It’s grandiose with ceilings hitting 13 feet, an open floor plan, a beamed ceiling, and a nearly full wall of 10-foot windows. The large kitchen area has an industrial feel, with a convection oven, dishwasher, and designer refrigerator. The loft space is six feet high and can be used as a sleeping area or for storage, in addition to the custom closets built under the loft stairs.

This prewar 2-bedroom on the Upper West Side has exposures on three sides, bringing in impeccable light. The living area has space for dining, and the windowed kitchen benefits from gleaming floors and a dishwasher. The co-op building has video security, and is located right by Riverside Park.