3 New York Gems: Upper West Side Duplex, Lake Retreat, Zoned Parcel

On a quintessential Upper West Side block close to Central Park, this mint prewar duplex has been beautifully gut renovated with custom woodwork and finishes throughout. An open floor plan connects the kitchen—equipped with a six-burner Wolf range, oversized Subzero fridge with separate freezer drawers, Miele dishwasher, a large island that seats four, and abundant storage—to a pewter wet bar with purified and instant hot water, beverage drawers, and a wine fridge. Three bedrooms are complemented by a separate office space, while two and a half marble baths bring a crisp, tailored feel. The lower level offers two generous bedrooms with custom built-ins and outfitted closets; upstairs, the primary suite includes two large walk-in closets, motorized shades, and an en-suite with double vanity, soaking tub, shower, and private wash closet. Central cooling and heating, surround sound, and in-unit washer/dryer complete the ease, with a roof garden, gym, playroom, bike storage, and full-time doorman rounding out daily life.

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Price: $3,050,000 (Sold)

Along the water’s edge on Cranberry Lake in the Adirondack Park, this turnkey compound is designed for unhurried days outdoors and easy entertaining. Set on a generous double lot, the estate comprises a 4 bed/2 bath main home, a 2 bed/1 bath garage apartment, and a separate game cottage—an arrangement that suits a spacious family retreat or a proven vacation rental investment with solid financial records. East-facing outdoor spaces frame the daily ritual of sunrise, whether you’re on the patio or the rooftop deck set atop the boathouse. The setting looks out over one of the park’s most storied lakes, with direct views to Bear Mountain and shoreline shaped by “forever wild” state land. Sold fully furnished, each room is thoughtfully composed for lakeside living, so arrival feels effortless.

Set on a dual-zoned parcel along Southwestern Blvd. in Orchard Park, this estate sale offers a rare mix of flexibility and visibility. The front portion is zoned B2 Commercial, while the rear 415’± transitions to R3 Residential, creating options for a range of future uses. The 3.16± acres stretch roughly 350’± deep with 250’± of frontage and strong drive-by presence, supported by a 15,000± daily traffic count. At the road, a 720± SF, 2-bedroom, 1-bath house provides an immediate foothold—easy to update, rent, or occupy—along with a 2-car detached garage and a backup generator. With no wetlands shown on the Orchard Park Wetlands Map and a location between Rt 400 and Rt 219, daily access feels straightforward and connected.

Size: 3.00 acres