100 East 53rd (formerly 610 Lex) Sees Daylight

100 East 53rd (A. Fine, 4/2015)

100 East 53rd (A. Fine, 4/2015)

100 East 53rd Render (Foster & Partners)

What was an upscale vacant lot just a year ago, and a 40 foot hole in the ground seven months ago is now 50' above street level and ready to soar. We know the hard work of financing and then foundation building is done, so Aby Rosen's re-addressed 100 East 53rd Street is set to soar.

The project, which initially stalled during the financial crisis is an exciting one. Foster and Partners, who have only one rendering available, promise a modern take on Modernism. The inspirations are the nearby Seagram Building, and one of my all-time faves, the Lever House. The finished product is to rise razor sharp at 61 stories with 94 apartments, a two story restaurant, and the expected plethora of amenities including 9th floor pool. As reported by The Real Deal, the initial offering plan calls for a $763 Million sellout without amendments. Sales are expected to begin sometime in the next few months.

Curbed Files on 610 Lex, now 100 East 53rd (Curbed)
Aby Rosen's RFR Plans $763 Million Condo Offering at 100 East 53rd (TRDNY)
100 East 53rd Street (Foster and Partners)
Name Changers: 610 Lex Will Now Be Known As 100 East 53rd (Observer)