Now that pandemic restrictions are easing, New Yorkers are coming out in full force. And while parks and outdoor cafes are fantastic, it’s also nice to have more private, less crowded space. Enter buildings with rooftop decks. While these are communal spaces, they are restricted to building tenants only. Sunshine without the crowds! Here are 5 NYC rentals in buildings with stellar rooftop decks. They feature landscaped seating areas, grills, and even swimming pools.

Price $2,250
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood East Harlem
Borough Manhattan

This 2-bedroom in the Art House Condominiums is filled to the brim with convenience. The stainless steel appliances in the kitchen include a dishwasher. Both bedrooms are generously sized, and one even has a balcony! And the building itself is a knockout, with a rooftop deck adorned with chaise lounges. There’s also a courtyard with BBQ facilities, plus a gym. Listed by Mary Roth and Lila Day of Compass.

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Price $3,230
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Long Island City
Borough Queens

The ARC in Long Island City is fairly new construction, with all the modern features to prove it. For example, there’s not only a gym but also a basketball court, a yoga studio, and a spin room. And on the building’s rooftop deck is this phenomenal saltwater pool! Inside the unit, you’ll be charmed by floor-to-ceiling windows and industrial-chic fixtures. There’s in-unit laundry, too. Three months free brings the net-effective rent down to $2,423. Listed by the Lightstone Group.

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Price $2,800
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Central Harlem
Borough Manhattan

This Harlem 1-bedroom comes with triple the outdoor space. There’s a landscaped rooftop deck, a “serenity deck,” and a private balcony off the unit itself. Talk about options! Everything in the apartment has been updated, which really shows in the gorgeous chef’s kitchen. There’s in-unit laundry, too. Three months free makes the net-effective rent $2,100. Listed by Douglas Wagner and Sheila Chien of Bond New York.

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Price $2,900
Space 2 beds, 1 bath
Neighborhood Bushwick
Borough Brooklyn

This beautiful Bushwick apartment has two bedrooms, each with ample closet space. It also has a loft above the living room, which could be an office, a home gym, or a guest room. The rooftop deck overlooks the city — a feature you can enjoy while soaking in its outdoor hot tub! Inside, you’ll find a pool, a game room, and a business center. Listed by Dev Langer of Eldert Leasing.

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Price $2,989
Space 1 bed, 1 bath
Neighborhood Yorkville
Borough Manhattan

This spacious 1-bedroom in the Normandie Court complex is excellent on its own. But the real magic is in the building. In addition to rooftop sun decks, there’s a massive fitness center with a pool up there! The greenhouse-like glass enclosure means it can be used year-round. Maid service is also available in the building. You may never leave home again. Listed by Ahmed Elghandour of Manhattan Realty Group.

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