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The World in a City Block

Did you know that Waterside Plaza, the 1400 apartment residential complex on the East River, may be the most international housing in Manhattan? That's because its a short walk away from the United Nations, home to the British International School, and right next door to the United Nations International School.

Completed in 1973, Waterside Plaza is the only residential real estate development east of the FDR Drive. Reached by footbridge at 25th Street, crosswalk at 34th street, or car and bus at 27th street, it is a 15 minute stroll or 5 minute taxi ride to the United Nations, a fact that many U.N. employees take advantage of when they decide to call Waterside their New York home.

A recent survey of Waterside's residents that asked "What country do you call home?" yielded more than 52 countries. Forty missions rent apartments at Waterside, and over 200 U.N. families reside here.

For the international community at Waterside who work at the United Nations or the many embassies in New York, some of the most appreciated features include the 24 hour doormen, the comprehensive security staff, the health and swim club, and the on-site restaurant.

Waterside's apartments include many 2 and 3 bedrooms with multiple baths, unique layouts, amazing views, and most of all, large living rooms and bedrooms, notably larger in many cases than other nearby developments, that are perfect for families and shares.

Other handy amenities include:

on site schools including UNIS and the British International School
a concierge with international hotel experience
a community room and day care
bike rooms and storage closets
a full service grocery store and retail shops
seasonal events including concerts, movies, and holiday parties

Finally, the park-like plaza, surrounded by Waterside's four towers and row of townhouses, and overlooking the East River, is appreciated as a key part of the experience of living there, a place where residents from all over the world can meet.

If you are, or about to be, staff at the United Nations or an embassy, and are seeking an apartment tailored for your situation, take a look at what listings are available today at:

Current Listings

And contact a rental agent who has a special understanding of your needs and situation here:

To get a sense of Waterside Plaza, also have a look at "Living at Waterside Plaza" a short documentary available on YouTube.