This $1.95M Clinton Street condo dazzles—but it also disappoints

Our clients, the Kostopouloses, are making the leap from Astoria to the Lower East Side. Nicos, an Astoria native, has built his career in urban planning. His wife, Elena—a renowned fantasy novelist—spends her days immersed in storytelling, crafting characters and expansive worlds, often pausing for inspiration by rolling the dice with the online edition of Dungeons & Dragons.

But what would really help her “unlock the next spell circle?” A terrace at their new apartment.

Let’s see what sorts of spells the next contender can cast upon them
The unit: 50 Clinton Street #6D

Property overview: 50 Clinton Street #6D is one of 37 units in a boutique seven-story condo with ~1,100 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and elegantly-styled interiors.

List Price: $1,950,000

Highlights
Sleek, Paris Forino-designed interiors
6 flights off ground-level, promising more quiet than lower floors
Great proximity to nightlife, restaurants, and public transport

Considerations
Highest monthly overhead (~$13,400)
Cost of developer’s aesthetic is baked into the price
Shared terrace

Fit
This unit is best for buyers who prioritize design and prestige over financial efficiency—i.e., the apartment is a showpiece.

Oh yeah, what about the terrace? Did you catch it? It’s a shared rooftop terrace, meaning the Kostopouloses can enjoy the tranquility of the terrace… along with the residents of the 37 other units.

This could be a dealbreaker.

Recap
Here’s what the Kostopouloses have seen, and what’s coming up:

Seen
199 Bowery #2D
179 Ludlow Street #2
50 Clinton Street #6D
Coming up!
265 East Houston Street #4
577 Grand Street #F1904
330 Grand Street #2B