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12 Penthouse Apartments in Long Island City

Top-floor luxury with panoramic city views in Long Island City, Queens

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3 Court Square #PH-307 For Sale
Helen Lee Elias at Modern Spaces
$3,000,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,249 sqft · Condo

3 Court Square #PH-307, New York City

MLS: RLS20013353 RLS at REBNY
27-28 Thomson Avenue #816 For Sale
Chang M Ding at Nest Seekers LLC
$2,180,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,361 sqft · Condo

27-28 Thomson Avenue #816, New York City

MLS: RLS20077992 RLS at REBNY
3 Court Square #2911 For Sale
Lawrence Hakimi at Compass
$2,699,000

2 bd · 2 ba · 1,272 sqft · Condo

3 Court Square #2911, New York City

MLS: RLS20059745 RLS at REBNY
24-01 Queens Plaza #1701 For Sale
Michael Bethoney at Nest Seekers LLC
$2,725,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,391 sqft · Condo

24-01 Queens Plaza #1701, New York City

MLS: RLS20078304 RLS at REBNY
30-55 Vernon Boulevard #PHE For Sale
VICKI ZHI SAALI at GLOBAL REAL ESTATE VENTURES GROUP LLC
$2,620,250

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,868 sqft · Condo

30-55 Vernon Boulevard #PHE, New York City

MLS: RLS20069836 RLS at REBNY
5-46 50th Avenue For Sale
Erion Ahmetaj at Compass
$5,500,000

6 bd · 6 ba · 5,190 sqft · Mixed Use

5-46 50th Avenue, New York City

MLS: RLS20072463 RLS at REBNY
27-28 Thomson Avenue #608 For Sale
JAMES S THOMSON at Modern Spaces
$2,150,000

1 bd · 2 ba · 1,350 sqft · Condo

27-28 Thomson Avenue #608, New York City

MLS: RLS20071343 RLS at REBNY
45-30 Pearson Street #PH-4C For Sale
Michael Bethoney at Nest Seekers LLC
$2,750,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,351 sqft · Condo

45-30 Pearson Street #PH-4C, New York City

MLS: RLS20074707 RLS at REBNY
46-20 11th Street #7-A For Sale
Michael Bethoney at Nest Seekers LLC
$3,250,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,592 sqft · Condo

46-20 11th Street #7-A, New York City

MLS: RLS20077483 RLS at REBNY
3 Court Square #PH-205 For Sale
Helen Lee Elias at Modern Spaces
$2,979,283

2 bd · 2 ba · 980 sqft · Condo

3 Court Square #PH-205, New York City

MLS: RLS10994254 RLS at REBNY
22-18 Jackson Avenue #719 For Sale
Angely Lilibeth Rangel at Compass
$2,625,000

3 bd · 3 ba · 1,402 sqft · Condo

22-18 Jackson Avenue #719, New York City

MLS: RLS20065323 RLS at REBNY
11-36 45TH Road #PH7B For Sale
Kayla Lee at Serhant
$2,490,000

3 bd · 2 ba · 1,286 sqft · Condo

11-36 45TH Road #PH7B, New York City

MLS: RLS20069717 RLS at REBNY

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Penthouse Apartments for Sale in NYC

Any top-floor apartment in NYC can be marketed as a penthouse, from a 650-square-foot studio on the 6th floor to a 5,000-square-foot full-floor residence in a 60-story tower. After 25+ years representing buyers in Central Park South, Tribeca, and across the outer boroughs, I advise every penthouse buyer to evaluate four factors: private outdoor space quality, mechanical equipment on the roof above, roof membrane condition, and the thermal exposure that comes with a top-floor position.

FAQ: Are there unique maintenance costs for a NYC penthouse?

Yes. Top-floor units have higher heating and cooling costs due to roof exposure. If the penthouse includes a private roof terrace, waterproofing membrane maintenance is often the owner's responsibility, and resurfacing can cost $30,000-$80,000+.

FAQ: What is the price premium for a penthouse?

The premium ranges from 15% to over 100% above comparable lower-floor units, depending on views, outdoor space, ceiling heights, and building tier. In luxury Midtown East condos, full-floor penthouses can price at a multiple of lower floors. View current listings on our NYC apartment search.

FAQ: Can neighboring buildings obstruct a penthouse's views?

Yes. There are no legal protections for air rights or views in NYC unless adjacent air rights have been purchased. Research the zoning envelope of adjacent parcels. See our NYC buyer guide for view risk guidance.

Buying Tip from Milton Coste

Visit the unit at night as well as during the day. City views after dark are a major part of the value, and you want to verify there is no mechanical equipment noise from rooftop HVAC units that only becomes audible when ambient street noise drops. Ask the managing agent about recent rooftop equipment upgrades.

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Gym

Work out steps from your front door
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Private terraces, balconies, and rooftop access
Parking

Dedicated parking in the city that never sleeps
Elevator

Easy access on every floor
Fireplace

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Pool

Luxury living with swimming pool access
Concierge

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HDFC

Income-restricted co-ops at below-market prices
Sponsor Unit

Buy direct from the sponsor, no board approval needed
Fixer-Upper

Renovation-ready properties with upside potential
Townhouse

Brownstones, rowhouses, and townhomes across NYC
New Construction

Brand-new apartments with modern finishes and tax abatements
Luxury

Premium residences starting at $2 million
Under $500K

Affordable apartments for first-time buyers
Pre-War

Classic NYC charm with high ceilings and original details
Loft

Open-plan living with soaring ceilings and exposed brick
Duplex

Two-level apartments with extra space and privacy
Investment

Multi-family buildings for owner-occupants and investors
Waterfront

River views and waterfront living across NYC
Short Sale

Below-market deals from motivated sellers

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Milton Coste, Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker, KWNYC