Selene New York - Luxury Condos in Midtown East
Midtown East, Manhattan

Selene New York 63-Story Tower by Foster + Partners at 100 East 53rd Street

Introduction

A Modernist Icon on Park Avenue

63Stories
94Residences
2025Delivery
Building Details

Selene New York at a Glance

Address

100 East 53rd Street, New York, NY 10022

Developer

Vanke US / RFR

Architect

Foster + Partners

Year Completed

2025

Residences

94

Stories

63

Building Type

Condominium

Neighborhood

Midtown East

Available Residences

Selene New York Condos for Sale

What Makes It Special

Why Buyers Choose Selene New York

Foster + Partners Architecture

Selene is the only residential tower in Manhattan designed by Pritzker Prize laureate Norman Foster. The undulating glass facade is an architectural landmark that holds its own beside the Seagram Building and Lever House.

Exceptional Material Quality

William T. Georgis interiors with Carrara marble, wire-brushed oak, and Silver Striato travertine deliver a level of finish quality that rivals buildings priced far higher per square foot.

Private Access to Le Jardinier

A residents-only elevator provides direct VIP access to Le Jardinier, the Michelin-starred restaurant at the base of the tower — a perk virtually no other Manhattan building can offer.

Only 94 Residences in 63 Stories

The exceptionally low density means larger residences, fewer neighbors per floor, and a level of exclusivity and privacy that most Midtown towers cannot match.

Advisor Perspective

Our Perspective on Selene

International Buyers Welcome

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About Selene New York

Selene New York is a 63-story luxury condominium at 100 East 53rd Street in Midtown East, Manhattan. Developed by Vanke US and RFR Holding and designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Norman Foster of Foster + Partners, the tower features just 94 residences behind a signature undulating glass facade conceived to complement its legendary neighbors, the Seagram Building and Lever House. Interiors by William T. Georgis showcase Carrara marble, wire-brushed oak, and Silver Striato travertine. Amenities include a 60-foot sunlit garden pool, Wright Fit fitness center, and a private residents-only elevator to Le Jardinier, the Michelin-starred restaurant at the building’s base.
Pricing

Residence Collection

Residences from $1,995,000

Amenities

World-Class Amenities

60-Foot Sunlit Garden Pool with Cabanas

State-of-the-Art Fitness Center by The Wright Fit

Private Residents-Only Elevator to Le Jardinier (Michelin-Starred Restaurant)

Outdoor Terrace and Landscaped Garden Lounge

Residents’ Lounge and Private Dining Room

Private Screening Room

Golf Simulator

Co-Working Spaces and Conference Rooms

Children’s Playroom

Pet Grooming Salon

24-Hour Doorman and Concierge

Cold Storage and Package Room

Bicycle Storage

Design & Architecture

The Visionaries

Vanke US / RFR

Developer

Vanke US, the American arm of China Vanke, partnered with Aby Rosen’s RFR Holding to develop one of Midtown East’s most architecturally ambitious residential towers.

Foster + Partners (Norman Foster)

Architecture

Pritzker Prize laureate Norman Foster designed Selene’s sleek Modernist tower with its distinctive undulating glass curtain wall, creating a dialogue with the neighboring Seagram Building and Lever House.

William T. Georgis

Interior Design

William T. Georgis designed the residences and public spaces with an emphasis on exceptional materiality: Carrara marble, wire-brushed oak flooring, Silver Striato travertine, and custom bronze hardware throughout.

Location

Midtown East, Manhattan

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Who designed Selene New York?

Selene was designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Norman Foster of Foster + Partners, with interiors by William T. Georgis. The tower was developed by Vanke US in partnership with RFR Holding. Foster designed the building’s undulating glass facade to complement its iconic Midtown East neighbors, the Seagram Building and Lever House.

How many residences are at Selene?

Selene features just 94 residences across 63 stories, making it one of the most exclusive high-rise addresses in Midtown East. The low unit count ensures privacy and an intimate living experience despite the tower’s commanding height.

What makes Selene’s amenities unique?

Beyond the 60-foot sunlit garden pool, Wright Fit fitness center, and private screening room, Selene offers a feature almost no other residential building in Manhattan can match: a private, residents-only elevator providing direct VIP access to Le Jardinier, the Michelin-starred restaurant located at the base of the tower.

What finishes are used in the residences?

Interiors by William T. Georgis feature Carrara marble bathrooms, wire-brushed oak flooring, Silver Striato travertine, and custom bronze hardware. Floor-to-ceiling windows behind the undulating glass facade flood every residence with natural light and frame views across Midtown Manhattan.

What is the starting price at Selene?

Residences at Selene New York start from approximately $1,995,000 for studio layouts, with penthouses and larger residences priced significantly higher. Contact our team for current availability and pricing.

Selene New York exterior view
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Address

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