Showing posts with label Long Island City. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Long Island City. Show all posts

Monday, November 5, 2018

Amazon Said To Choose Queens for Second Headquarters

From The NY Times:

Amazon’s HQ2? Make That Q for Queens
New York City last week announced $180 million in new spending on Long Island City to bolster transit, fix the sewer system and attract new, good-paying jobs. Now it appears that spending was, in part, deliberately timed. Amazon is nearing a deal to name Long Island City, a fast-growing neighborhood on the western edge of Queens, as one of two locations that would together house as many as 50,000 employees in its ever-expanding work force, according to two people briefed on the negotiations.

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Some Long Island City Real Estate News

Hey, I hate to lose you guys here in The Hills, but for those of you looking for a new domicile, or if you're just a NYC or Queens real estate buff, here's something for ya:


aptsandlofts.com has unveiled initial listings for Gantry Park Landing, the newest addition to Long Island City’s exciting waterfront from The Lightstone Group. Slated for August occupancy, potential renters can reserve preview appointments for the 119-unit boutique-style rental starting on July 12.

Homes at Gantry Park Landing, located at 50-01 Second St., are a mix of spacious studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Prices begin at $1,875 for a studio, $2,450 for a one-bed, $3,250 for a two-bed, two-bath and $4,650 for a three-bed, three-bath home.

Here's some more information:

The Lightstone Group will officially launch leasing for Gantry Park Landing through aptsandlofts.com on July 12 with sneak preview appointments for reserve list renters. The stunning199-unit boutique property offers a sleek refined industrial aesthetic with carefully honed finishes and amenities that create an exclusive, intimate setting in one of New York City’s most dynamic and thriving neighborhoods.

“Our team has spent such a great amount of time scrutinizing every detail of this rental property − from the unique finishes and design aesthetic to the common areas and resident services – to ensure we’re offering the highest quality rental possible,” said David Lichtenstein, chairman and CEO of The Lightstone Group. “We look forward to introducing Gantry Park Landing to discerning renters seeking a finely tailored alternative to the large scale properties that are commonly found along the waterfront.”

Slated for occupancy in August, the 12-story Gantry Park Landing is a boutique-style luxury rental, located at 50-01 Second St., just steps from the widely acclaimed Gantry State Park on Long Island City’s waterfront. With a nod to Long Island City’s industrial past, Gantry Park Landing’s exterior presents a redefined industrial style with a concrete façade accented by large floor-to-ceiling double-paned windows with opaque glass accents.

“Gantry Park Landing is an amazing addition to Long Island City’s waterfront and is unique for providing some diversity in building type for the area. With just under 200 homes, Gantry Park Landing offers a more boutique setting that provides renters with a stronger sense of community and lifestyle,” said David Maundrell, founder and president of aptsandlofts.com. “Also, the building is only one and a half blocks from the subway at Vernon Jackson, which is an important deciding factor for today’s renters.”

Homes at Gantry Park Landing, crafted by the internationally renowned designer Mark Zeff, are a mix of spacious studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts that range in size from 460 to 1,256 square feet. Prices begin at $1,875 for a studio, $2,450 for a one-bed, $3,250 for a two-bed, two-bath and $4,650 for a three-bed, three-bath home.

Apartments offer condominium style finishes and fixtures including central air conditioning, oak flooring, vented washers and dryers and many units with massive walk-in closets. Select homes also include private outdoor space.

Gantry Park Landing features custom imported Italian kitchen cabinetry of gray oak and white lacquer, white stone countertops, GE stainless steel appliances, glossy white tile backsplashes, and Kohler stainless steel under mounted sinks.

Sleek bathrooms include gray porcelain tile floors, custom built-in shower mirrors, custom gray vanities, accent tiles and Kohler bathtubs with American standard fixtures.

Gantry Park Landing offers residents a wide array of high-end amenities that are typically found in a more sizable development. Taking advantage of the stunning waterfront views, the building features a furnished roof deck with outdoor grill, dining area, sun deck, fireplace and views of the Manhattan skyline.
Additional amenities include a state-of-the-art gym with a separate yoga studio; resident lounge with TV area and work space; tenants club room; game room with Ping Pong, billiards, TV area and kitchenette; a second floor terrace with outdoor seating and pergola; a commercial quality laundry room; common interior courtyard; pet spa and bike storage.

For more information on Gantry Park Landing visit www.gantryparklanding.com

L.I.C. Summer Concert Series

Enjoy live music all summer long at Live at the Gantries

Kupferberg Center for the Arts has just announced its summer concert series, Live at the Gantries in Long Island City.

Live at the Gantries is a series of free, outdoor performances featuring a collection of Queens-based musicians as diverse as the borough. The 2013 Season features performances of jazz standards, big band sounds, Brazilian Farro, Middle Eastern fusion, world music, and Irish flutes and whistles!
Live at the Gantries begins on July 9 and continues every Tuesday through August 13. Each show starts at 7:00 PM and ends with a spectacular sunset at Gantry Plaza State Park, a 10-acre waterfront oasis between 49th and 50th Avenues along the East River.

The Live at the Gantries 2013 Season Features Performances By

John Yao & His 17-piece Instrument // July 9, 2013
Brasil Live // July 16, 2013
Jonny Meyers & The Trio // July 23, 2013
Tony Demarco and Christel Rice with Siobhan Butler // July 30, 2013
Dahdoo Middle Eastern Ensemble // August 6, 2013
Gerardo Contino y Los Habaneros // August 13, 2013

Live at the Gantries is free and open to the public.
Subway: 7train to Vernon/Jackson (first stop in Queens). Walk west toward the river on 50th Avenue.
Ferry: East River Ferry to Hunters’ Point. Walk north on 2nd Street.

Monday, February 13, 2012

Latest on L.I.C.

Turning our attention for a bit to the West, the development of Long Island City continues unabated...

REAL ESTATE
In Long Island City, Pepsi Sign Gets More Company
By ALISON GREGOR
Published: February 9, 2012
Two more glass skyscrapers are added to a group of towers on the waterfront of Long Island City.

Sunday, July 31, 2011

If You Build It, Will They Come?

I guess they think the answer is a big "YES" judging by all the towers going up in Long Island City...