The end of Wall Street as we know it! Fascinating images show the transformation from banking capital of the world to luxury living
The last bank has left Wall Street.
But that doesn’t mean that the area that was once the hub of American and global finance is dead.
The financial district of New York is being reinvented as a place to live – with offices increasingly being converted to flash apartments and condos with cinemas, pools and bowling alleys.
JP Morgan moving out of 45 Wall Street in April came 150 years after the bank, nearby at number 23, began its journey to become the biggest in the world.
The exodus of banks first began after the 9/11 terror attacks in 2001 and picked up pace as homeworking exploded during the pandemic. It rendered a lot of expensive office space obsolete.
In 2000, banks occupied 5 million square feet on Wall Street. Today, is just a couple of hundred thousand, real-estate broker John Santora told the Wall Street Journal.
Fascinating images now show the former banks of Manhattan’s Financial District transformed in to plush new residential buildings offering high-end living.
One Wall Street
One Wall Street offers stunning panoramic views out to the Statue of Liberty
Amenities include a glass-fronted ‘Sky Pool’, private restaurant and 4,500 square foot terrace
The luxury building offers spaces for those working from home
The iconic Art Deco skyscraper was designed by Ralph Walker in 1931 as the Irving Trust HQ
Apartments in the building have hit the market for up to $12.75 million
One of the most luxurious repurposed buildings is the iconic Art Deco skyscraper, One Wall Street.
The 1.25 million square foot building designed by Ralph Walker in 1931 as the Irving Trust headquarters has now been made into 566 high-end homes that have hit the market for up to $12.75 million.
‘In the heart of the iconic financial district, One Wall Street, one of New York City’s most significant buildings, both in history and sheer size, has set the standard for residential conversions’ the property’s developer Harry Marklowe said in a statement.
‘The goal was to incarnate empty spaces into thoughtfully redesigned residences that will stand the test of time and continue to answer future demands of modern living’ he explained.
The newly renovated building now includes a glass-fronted ‘Sky Pool’ with panoramic views of downtown Manhattan, a private restaurant and a 4,500 square foot terrace.
Other amenities include the exclusive One Club, a co-working space, full-time door staff as well as a fitness and wellness center.
63 Wall Street
Formerly the offices of investment bank Brown Brothers & Co, the 1929 building is now homes
63 Wall Street represents one of the first bank-to-residential conversions
The building has a speakeasy, a golf simulator room and a three-story fitness center
The speakeasy bar and lounge is an exclusive residents-only space
Residents can also enjoy valet parking services, a roof terrace and children’s playroom
The 400,000 square foot 37-story building, which remained office space until 2003
Once the home to investment bank Brown Brothers & Co, this 1929 landmarked building has been repurposed as some of the city’s most high-end residences.
The 400,000 square foot 37-story building, which remained office space until 2003, now contains 476 apartments.
63 Wall Street represents one of the first bank-to-residential conversions and was redesigned by Metro Loft Management and rebranded as The Crest.
The building now boasts its own speakeasy and lounge for residents, a golf simulator room a three-story fitness center and co-working spaces.
Residents can also enjoy valet parking services, a 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a roof terrace and children’s playroom.
67 Wall Street
The 25-story building before it was converted by Metro Loft Management in 2006
Rental units reap the benefit of historic double-hung oversized windows
Not far away is 67 Wall Street, constructed in 1921 for the Munson Shipping Company.
The 25-story building was also converted by Metro Loft Management in 2006, offering 331 apartments across 300,000 square feet.
The building’s grand golden doors still hold the Munson name and its historic exterior has been preserved to show crests such as the ‘Munson Steamship Line’ logo and 1920’s style adornments.
Signs of the time are evident with the wide range of modern food conveniences below including Sweetgreen, Le Labo and Joe the Juice.
Inside units are available to rent from studio to three-bedrooms that reap the benefit of historic double-hung oversized windows.
20 Broad Street
20 Broad Street, built in 1956, was once set aside for the next-door New York Stock Exchange
Amenities include a 24-hour concierge, games room, outdoor theatre, fitness center, library
A children’s playroom is also available for residents with young families
All residents have access to a rooftop terrace with cinema screening and luxury furniture
Apartments are designed around open living spaces with high ceilings and large windows
Broad Street, originally a canal, is one of the oldest streets in Manhattan.
20 Broad Street, built in 1956, was once set aside for the next-door New York Stock Exchange before being designated as a bank building.
It was converted in 533 residential apartments by Metro Loft and architecture firm CetraRuddy.
Apartments are designed around open concept living spaces with high ceilings and large windows to enjoy the historic neighborhood.
Some residences include private outdoor space and all residents have access to a rooftop terrace.
Other amenities include a 24-hour concierge, games room, outdoor theatre, fitness center, library and children’s playroom.
Pearl House
Pearl House, a 1970 office building, has been converted into a range of luxury apartments
On the edge of FiDi’s waterfront, Pearl House offers stunning views of downtown Manhattan
Rental units range from $3,600 to above $7000 a month
Amenities include a bowling alley, a game room, a bar and a spa
On the edge of FiDi’s waterfront is Pearl House, a 1970 office building now a range of luxury apartments.
Developer Vanbarton Group took the unglamorous office building and constructed a whole new lobby, added five floors taking the total up to thirty and repurposed mechanical shafts to make 588 new units and amenity spaces.
Monthly rents range from $3,600 to above $7000 with amenities including a bowling alley, a game room, a bar and a spa.
