Building: The Sofia

The landmarked Sofia Condominium is one of the few surviving prewar commercial-to-residential conversions in Lincoln Square. Built in 1929-30, the tiered brick and terra cotta structure was originally designed in the Art Deco style as an automatic parking garage — innovative for its time — and later served as the Sofia Brothers [storage] Warehouse in the 1940’s.

Today, this premier building is home to 92 residences and is serviced by a full-time staff and live-in resident manager. Setback from 61st Street, a two-way semi-circular driveway (with parking for loading & unloading) and a planted canopied entrance welcome guests into this historic property. Other highlights of the Sofia include laundry on every floor, and bicycle and common storage (common storage is complimentary on a first come, first serve basis). Situated directly across the street from Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts and Fordham University’s verdant Manhattan campus and sculpture garden, 43 West 61st is also moments away from Columbus Circle and Central Park.

Description provided by Jonathan Meiselman