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6 Rooms3 Beds2.5 Baths1,600 Square FeetCo-op
$1,290,000
Maintenance$1,698
Price Per SF
$806
Listing Features
- Walk-in Closet
- Dishwasher
- S Steel Appliances
- Windowed Kitchen
Outdoor space and views
- East Exposure
- West Exposure
Building Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Bike Storage
- Courtyard
- Elevator
- Fitness Facility
- Playroom
- Pool
- Storage
Policies
- Pets Allowed
- Pieds A Terre Ok
Property Description for 555 Main Street, 1712
Perched high above the East River, Unit 1712 at 555 Main Street offers a rare cinematic vantage point where the industrial grit of New York’s history meets the shimmering glass of its future. This sophisticated three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom duplex is a masterclass in thoughtful design, utilizing a vertical layout to perfectly balance social energy with private sanctuary. The upper level is dedicated to entertaining, framed by expansive windows that pull the skyline directly into the room. To the southeast, the iconic Silvercup Studios sign and the storied red-striped columns of the electric plant stand against the Long Island City horizon; to the west, the unmistakable silhouette of Manhattan unfolds in a breathtaking daily display.
Descending to the lower level, the residence transitions into a quiet retreat. The primary suite serves as a true haven, complete with a spa-like ensuite bathroom and a spacious walk-in closet. Throughout the home, generous storage solutions ensure the clean, modern lines of the interior remain uninterrupted. (Virtually staged images highlight endless possibilities).
The experience of living at Island House is defined by an unparalleled suite of amenities that cater to both wellness and recreation. The building’s 24-hour doorman ensures a seamless, white-glove transition from the city streets to your private sanctuary. Residents enjoy year-round access to a stunning indoor heated pool and restorative saunas, offering a spa-like escape regardless of the season. The lifestyle extends outdoors to a beautifully renovated backyard, where a professional BBQ station invites al fresco dining against a backdrop of fresh river breezes. Every member of the household is considered, with a dedicated dog run for four-legged companions and a whimsical play castle that sparks the imagination.
Roosevelt Island remains the best-kept secret in New York City, offering a resort-style tranquility that feels worlds away from the frantic pace of the city, yet remains remarkably connected. Whether you prefer the scenic route via the tram or ferry, or the quick efficiency of the subway or car, you are consistently just one stop from the heart of Manhattan. It is a lifestyle defined by ease, luxury, and the calm of waterfront living, all while keeping the greatest city in the world within arm's reach.
Listing History for 555 Main Street, 1712
Now
10/29/2026
$1,290,000
Initial Price by Adib Mansour
Compass
Launch
Building Details for 555 Main Street
OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1975
Financing Allowed80%
Floors/Apts19/400
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
Roosevelt Island
0.28 miles
Ferry
Roosevelt Island
0.4 miles
Roosevelt Island | Manhattan
Quick Profile
Roosevelt Island is somewhat of an enigma to most New Yorkers. Ask just about anybody and the response you will get is somewhat quizzical. They generally know the location, unless of course, they confuse it with one of the other islands that dot the East River, and that one arrives at the island via the bright red tram that strings across the river from an elevated platform at 59th Street and Second Avenue. But to those who live on this small island enclave, home is bliss and they would prefer to keep their secret to themselves.
Roosevelt Island is only two blocks wide but extends almost two miles long (from 46th Street to 85th Street on the East Side). There is a waterfront promenade, shared by walkers and bikers alike, that encircles the entire island. There are very few cars, no need for the locals to drive, except maybe to the Gristedes mega-supermarket on the north end of the island. There is a red bus, free to all, that continuously loops from one end of the island to the other.
Aside from the glorious promenade, the island has an inordinate number of parks, ball fields, t playgrounds, and open areas to just sit and relax. There is even a large community garden offering individual plots to amateur horticulturists. Tranquility is always just a moment away. And of course, you just can’t stop watching the barges that effortlessly pass by the island throughout the day.
There is a deep sense of community among the 12,000 or more residents of the island. The residential component, excluding the Cornell Tech component, consists of four areas, each on the north side of the Queensboro Bridge. Upon exiting the tram, one spills out onto Main Street (almost like arriving at Disney World) and is presented with nine buildings that align both sides of the street. These modern structures, the first of which opened in 2003, are architecturally pleasing and surrounded by green space and beautiful landscaping. The older housing structures, further south, are far more utilitarian.
Access to the island has never been better. Yes, for those who don’t know, you can even drive here if you must via the Roosevelt Island Bridge from 36th Avenue in Queens. The island is also accessible by subway, bus and ferry service.
If there is one drawback, it is the limited selection of stores and restaurants. While the island provides residents with the essentials, the lack of a truly sustainable retail presence has been a downer.
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OLR ID: 2210795
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