Hi everyone, I went to an Open House in this building this past weekend. LOVED the apartments in here, mostly because I'm looking for a high floor 1 BR or 2 BR with a private balcony. Can any current or former residents weigh in on the pros and cons of living here? I have a few specific specific questions: 1)The building is in NYC Storm Zone 5. Not sure if I should be too concerned about this. If... [more]
Hi everyone,
I went to an Open House in this building this past weekend. LOVED the apartments in here, mostly because I'm looking for a high floor 1 BR or 2 BR with a private balcony. Can any current or former residents weigh in on the pros and cons of living here?
I have a few specific specific questions:
1)The building is in NYC Storm Zone 5. Not sure if I should be too concerned about this. If you lived here during Sandy, what was your experience?
2)In general, if you buy a higher floor unit, and you're in zone 5 & 6 (not 1 through 4) are you and your possessions safe? Or would you be better off just avoiding all buildings in any storm zone (because of insurance issues, etc). I know that there's a long thread on this. I have read through it, but there doesn't seem to be consensus. I think Zone 5 must be pretty decent because why would brokers write "Zone 5" in big bold letters to reassure buyers for certain listings in Chelsea and in the Village?
Thanks!
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Response by greensdale
over 12 years ago
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Your nearest Evacuation Center is at Baruch College. If you are very concerned, you may wish to enroll and then join the fitness center and use a locker there to store your water, beans, blankets, flashlights and matches.
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Response by selyanow
over 12 years ago
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luukhoi, to your point: 1. you should not be concerned about this.
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Response by Isle_of_Lucy
over 12 years ago
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I live in the same general area and there was no flooding during Sandy. The trouble started west of Tenth Avenue, as I recall.
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Response by CoyWolf
over 12 years ago
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Thanks, Selyanow and Isle of Lucy.
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Response by Riccardo65
over 12 years ago
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Hi there. I rented in this building (only 2 months) 5 years ago. It was pleasant with nice views, however the apartment I rented (10E) had a lot of water damage in the bathroom. I heard via the grapevine that the building had a lot of construction issues and that the quality was poor. Other than that, I didn't hear neighbor noise and everyone seemed very nice. The door staff was very helpful and it was very convenient to stores, restaurants, bars, etc. I prefer pre-war, so would never consider buying there. Just my thoughts.
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Response by truthskr10
over 12 years ago
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I live in zone 5 (formerly zone c).
No flooding at all from the perfect storm Sandy.
Maybe if there is a perfect perfect storm.
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Response by CoyWolf
over 12 years ago
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Hi Riccardo65, Thanks so much. Water damage in the bathroom? Construction issues...and the quality was poor: can you go into more detail?
Khoi
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Response by Riccardo65
over 12 years ago
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Hi back, luukhoi. I'm sure if you were to find a real estate agent that specializes in Chelsea apartments, you could get a clearer picture. I heard from people both in and out of the building that it would not be a good place to purchase because so many issues were coming up in a building that was still relatively new. For example, they had to repoint all the bricks (I think that is the right term) because they hadn't been properly plastered. It was a HUGE job and the owners had to pay a substantial special assessment for it. I was told that is something usually done in much older buildings. Then in the bathroom I could see there had been more than one leak from the tub above. Much of the ceiling had been replaced, and I could see it was from two separate jobs.
I had never considered purchasing anything but a pre-war, but I loved the location, so I asked around, thinking newer construction would have fewer problems than an older building. Again, I heard the building went up really fast and had a bad reputation. That being said, it was quiet, the staff was attentive and courteous, and the lobby and halls were excellently maintained.
The basic one-bedroom I rented was very cookie-cuter in layout, but had a charming little planted balcony which I really enjoyed in the warm months.
Have you looked at 200 west 20th or 300 west 23rd? Beautiful pre-war buildings in the same area, beautifully maintained and with good boards. Sounds like you prefer newer to older construction. Find an agent at Bellmarc or Halstead -- they were the most helpful to me in my search.
Good luck. I'd try to purchase soon, because things are skyrocketing.
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Response by reallynow
over 12 years ago
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For that price you can an incomparably nicer new construction building in Williamsburg with tax abatement , for example .. Have you looked in other areas ?
Your nearest Evacuation Center is at Baruch College. If you are very concerned, you may wish to enroll and then join the fitness center and use a locker there to store your water, beans, blankets, flashlights and matches.
luukhoi, to your point: 1. you should not be concerned about this.
I live in the same general area and there was no flooding during Sandy. The trouble started west of Tenth Avenue, as I recall.
Thanks, Selyanow and Isle of Lucy.
Hi there. I rented in this building (only 2 months) 5 years ago. It was pleasant with nice views, however the apartment I rented (10E) had a lot of water damage in the bathroom. I heard via the grapevine that the building had a lot of construction issues and that the quality was poor. Other than that, I didn't hear neighbor noise and everyone seemed very nice. The door staff was very helpful and it was very convenient to stores, restaurants, bars, etc. I prefer pre-war, so would never consider buying there. Just my thoughts.
I live in zone 5 (formerly zone c).
No flooding at all from the perfect storm Sandy.
Maybe if there is a perfect perfect storm.
Hi Riccardo65, Thanks so much. Water damage in the bathroom? Construction issues...and the quality was poor: can you go into more detail?
Khoi
Hi back, luukhoi. I'm sure if you were to find a real estate agent that specializes in Chelsea apartments, you could get a clearer picture. I heard from people both in and out of the building that it would not be a good place to purchase because so many issues were coming up in a building that was still relatively new. For example, they had to repoint all the bricks (I think that is the right term) because they hadn't been properly plastered. It was a HUGE job and the owners had to pay a substantial special assessment for it. I was told that is something usually done in much older buildings. Then in the bathroom I could see there had been more than one leak from the tub above. Much of the ceiling had been replaced, and I could see it was from two separate jobs.
I had never considered purchasing anything but a pre-war, but I loved the location, so I asked around, thinking newer construction would have fewer problems than an older building. Again, I heard the building went up really fast and had a bad reputation. That being said, it was quiet, the staff was attentive and courteous, and the lobby and halls were excellently maintained.
The basic one-bedroom I rented was very cookie-cuter in layout, but had a charming little planted balcony which I really enjoyed in the warm months.
Have you looked at 200 west 20th or 300 west 23rd? Beautiful pre-war buildings in the same area, beautifully maintained and with good boards. Sounds like you prefer newer to older construction. Find an agent at Bellmarc or Halstead -- they were the most helpful to me in my search.
Good luck. I'd try to purchase soon, because things are skyrocketing.
For that price you can an incomparably nicer new construction building in Williamsburg with tax abatement , for example .. Have you looked in other areas ?
Ugly building.