From bowling alleys to "Zen rooms": Parsing the difference between good and gimmicky amenities

… thing they used in their buildings A resident at the Arias rentals in Park Slope said that he saved money by using the gym upstairs I kind of look at it as a rent break I pay more to live here but canceled my $12amonth … in New York Rentalcondo hybrid  The Aldyn  on the Upper West Side had one of the most impressive gyms with a PGA …

By Alyse Whitney |September 5, 2014 - 8:59AM
The Platinum's "social sauna" and Zen room — more perplexing than pampering for residents

… The building …   Platinum 247 West 46th Street Midtown  … What youll pay  … Apartments for … studio and go up to $55 million  for a threebedroom Studio rentals start at $4500 a month and the fourbedroom penthouse … Amenities are included in monthly common charges or rent​  An enclosed garage is an additional $600 per month  … …

By Polly Mosendz |July 25, 2014 - 8:59AM
Bocce ball, Saturday cartoons and adult swings: Castle Braid renters size up Bushwick's luxe artist collective

… 114 Troutman Street Bushwick Brooklyn … What youll pay  … Rentals currently available start at $2400 a month for a onebedroom and … clean yoga room but subpar staff Sweet Caroline Renters at West 23rd St building gush about staff skip the pet …

By Polly Mosendz |July 18, 2014 - 8:59AM
At Arias Park Slope, a "disturbingly clean" yoga room but subpar staff

… Park Slope 150 Fourth Avenue Brooklyn  … What youll pay  … Rentals currently available  start at $2900 a month for a studio and go … I dont need to have them  Related Sweet Caroline Renters at West 23rd St Building Gust About Staff Skip the Pet …

By Polly Mosendz |July 11, 2014 - 8:59AM