500-Unit Rental In Downtown White Plains Breaks Ground

WHITE PLAINS, NY — Ground was broken recently for a new high-rise, mixed-use development in White Plains.

Located at 25 North Lexington Avenue, the two-tower development — called 25 North Lex — will include 500 luxury rental residences, nearly 60,000 square feet of amenities and 19,000 square feet of ground floor retail space.

The project, which is real-estate company Greystar's first residential development in New York, is going up on a prime site directly across from the city’s Metro-North Railroad station which recently underwent a $95 million renovation.

The property also conforms with the White Plains Transit District Strategic Plan that aims to establish a vibrant neighborhood around the train station and bridge the transportation hub to the Central Business District.

Westchester County Executive George Latimer and White Plains Mayor Thomas Roach joined other local officials joined principals of Greystar and members of the business community in a ceremony signifying the start of construction of the development, which is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024.

Gary Kerr, managing director at Greystar, said he was excited to break ground on the project, which reflects the confidence of the company in the growth potential of Downtown White Plains.

“With its central location between New York City and Southern Connecticut, rail connectivity and improved 24/7 urban lifestyle environment within suburban Westchester County, this area is ideal for those seeking a dynamic live/work/play setting," he said. "We look forward to complementing that with a top-of-market, highly amenitized residential offering and supportive retail space that will serve the community at large.”

Kerr also stressed the collaborative relationship with the city of White Plains, Westchester County and the many agencies and individuals who are helping to make the project a reality.

Roach said the groundbreaking was an important milestone for the city as it unlocks the intrinsic value of this site and continues on its path to creating a vibrant transit-oriented downtown.

“25 North Lex represents our ability to attract significant private investment from a major global entity like Greystar to White Plains," he said.

Handel Architects LLP designed two intersecting towers of 16 and 25 stories that will rise from a four-story podium concealing a large, covered parking structure.

There will be expansive studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom homes featuring open floorplans with high ceilings, lavish baths, large bedrooms, spacious kitchens with top-of-the line appliances and ample storage.

Nearly 60,000 square feet of amenities at 25 North Lex will include a welcoming lobby, state-of-the-art fitness center, yoga/class studio, study rooms, children’s room, private dining and meeting rooms, sports/media lounge, pet spa, golf simulator and a spectacular 17th floor Sky Lounge.

Outdoor recreational space will feature a fifth-floor roof deck with a zero-edge pool and sun deck, grilling stations, gazebos, fire pits, lawn area and community gardens. The 17th-floor landscaped rooftop off the Sky Lounge will offer additional grilling stations, lounge areas and fire pits. The pet-friendly building will also have a state-of-the-art dog run. There will also be a covered parking garage with electric vehicle charging stations and bicycle storage spots.

The White Plains Train Station has the third highest ridership in the Metro-North system and offers a fast commute into New York City’s Grand Central Terminal in under 40 minutes. The city is also surrounded by major highways, including the Bronx River Parkway and Cross Westchester Expressway.