4 Bedroom Apartment for Sale at 500 West 18th Street, New York

Some homes just have a certain feel before you even unlock the door. I remember walking into this four bedroom apartment at One High Line on West 18th Street and honestly just pausing for a moment. It is one of those rare Manhattan places where the light floods in from every angle and you catch yourself staring out the window at the Hudson River instead of checking your phone. It is not just about space, though you have a really generous four thousand four square feet to settle into. It is about how it all comes together.

There is something really inviting about the main living area here. I have seen quite a few apartments around New York but this one is different. The living and dining spaces are open and wide so even with friends over it does not go crowded. You look around and every detail feels taken care of. You get that White Princess Quartzite over the kitchen counters—not just for looks, it feels sturdy and cool to the touch. The Bulthaup kitchen, always the sign of someone who actually plans on cooking real meals, comes with top end Gaggenau appliances that you will actually use. I ran my hand across the cabinets and they close with that soft click. Makes you want to try making something more than just microwaving leftovers.

You know what stood out to me the most though It is the way every corner gets sunlight. The exposures sweep from the north across to the east and down south so the mood changes from morning to evening. Sometimes apartments in Manhattan just do not feel like you have any sky—here you feel it. Your primary suite is set off for real privacy, south east facing, and if you wake up early sometimes it is just all golden light streaming in. I could see myself reading by the window or just letting the city noise drift away for a bit. It is not just another bedroom. This one feels restful and almost a little removed from the busy city. The ensuite bath is something else too. Taj Mahal Quartzite along the walls and warm floors under your feet even in winter. The tub is that real soaking type and the double sink vanity is more than just a showpiece—you can both actually use it at the same time without jostling for room.

The other bedrooms never feel like leftover space. Each has its own bathroom with marble that almost glows and oak vanities that are custom made. Heated floors again because once you try them you will wonder how you lived without. I noticed even the powder room is finished with real stone. There is a home office if you need quiet calls or just want a little spot to get lost in your work. Storage is taken care of throughout so you can pack away everything and still have room to grow.

If you are wondering about extras, honestly you would run out of time before you run out of things to do. You get access to a seventy five foot lap pool which is more than enough for a real swim or just an afternoon floating with the city in the background. I poked my head into the fitness center one time and it actually feels like somewhere you would want to keep coming back to. There are private training studios if you want to work with someone or just spread out. The spa has steam and sauna rooms where you can relax and forget the day. If you golf there is a simulator, if you have kids or just like games there is a lounge. Residents also get all the perks of having the Faena Hotel on call, which means everything from exceptional service to private parking right on site.

The location is its own thing too. You can walk to Chelsea or just take a stroll along the river. Coffee shops and bakeries are just steps away and you see people walking their dogs or kids riding by almost any time of day. Life feels lively but you can still step back and just breathe.

Honestly, there is a kind of calm here you hardly ever get in Manhattan. The only way to know if it fits your life is to see it in person. Ask me anything or come by for a walk through if you like. At LuxuryProperty dot com we just try to make things feel natural and simple so the next step is always easy.