This 1,217-square-foot corner residence offers stunning south, west, and east exposures through oversized bronze-framed casement windows, flooding the space with natural light throughout the day and offering dramatic skyline views at night. The interior is a refined blend of industrial and contemporary design, with soaring concrete ceilings, custom walnut millwork, and beautifully crafted finishes that speak to both heritage and modern luxury. The kitchen features bold Nero Marquina marble, paired with sleek Miele appliances and blackened nickel Waterworks fixtures, while the baths are clad in elegant Blue de Savoie marble. Both bedrooms are spacious and well-proportioned, offering comfort and privacy high above the city.
196 Orchard delivers a curated lifestyle experience, including a spectacular 4,100-square-foot landscaped rooftop with panoramic views, an outdoor living room, a chef's table, and two fully equipped outdoor kitchens, excellent for both relaxation and entertaining. At the building's base, residents enjoy access to a 30,000-square-foot Equinox fitness center with discounted membership. A 24-hour doorman and on-site resident superintendent ensure exceptional service and peace of mind.
Set at the energetic intersection of Orchard and Houston, this residence places you at the heart of the Lower East Side's most exciting culinary, cultural, and nightlife destinations. The building's facade, clad in hand-laid black and real bronze glazed brick imported from Spain, is a contemporary homage to the neighborhood's industrial roots, echoed in the vertical window lines that evoke downtown's artist lofts and creative spaces.
Residence 10F at 196 Orchard is more than just a home, it's a statement of design, history, and elevated downtown living.
Quick Profile
Bursting with energy at every turn, the Lower East Side is one of the most historic neighborhoods in all of Manhattan. Rooted in immigrant history, the bulk of European and Eastern European migration that occurred in the late nineteenth through the early twentieth century took place here, where the Tenement Museum remains one of the best ways to become acquainted with how early residents of the neighborhood lived.
The unique and eclectic mix of building styles--ranging from low- and high-rises to luxury and historic buildings--begins immediately upon entering the area via the Manhattan or Brooklyn Bridge, known as Two Bridges, itself a neighborhood that has also long been known for its immigrant population. With its historic district placed in the National Register of Historic Places, many of its oldest churches, such as Mariners Temple and St. James Church remain a preserved part of the district’s storied past.
While the LES has long been a hub for aspiring musicians and artists, the area has increasingly transformed its demographic as it welcomes a more affluent sect of residents with the advent of condos and luxury spaces.