Bright open-plan living room with a gray sofa, light wood kitchen, and large grid windows.

Bright NYC One and Two Bedroom Homes with Natural Light

Homes around NYC are in high demand, especially when they offer wide-ranging windows and bright, natural light. Here are some homes currently on the market that authentically achieve an open and inviting ambiance.

175 W 13TH ST #7-C GREENWICH VILLAGE, NEW YORK 10011

1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $1,295,000

Bright staged living room with large windows overlooking nearby brick buildings and a dining area.

The Cambridge House, nestled in a nucleus of the Village, West Village, and Chelsea, is a 20-story haven of architectural charm and convenient, urban living. With a rooftop deck, public outdoor space, on-site laundry, a doorman and elevator, the high-rise is situated on a tree-lined block of the Village near the action yet away from the buzz.

Rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and planters overlooking the Manhattan skyline.

This fully renovated unit features an oversized living room, quaint dining alcove, sprawling wide windows, and five closets, including an impressive walk-in. The kitchen sparkles with granite countertops, top-of-the-line appliances, and substantial cabinet space. The bathroom’s modern fixtures include a renovated subway tile tub.

Empty bright apartment living area with large windows and dark parquet flooring.

Through large windows enabling abundant natural light, enjoy views of the West Village, the Hudson River, and more of Manhattan. This secluded setting lies at the doorstep to Manhattan’s attractive array of shops, restaurants, nightlife, and public transportation.

Bright staged bedroom with a large bed and broad windows overlooking neighboring buildings.

For a closer look inside this generous gem in the Village, click here.

611 W 111TH ST #5 MORNINGSIDE HEIGHTS, NEW YORK, NY 10025

2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | $1,150,000

Bright living and dining room with large windows, gray sofa, purple loveseat, and hardwood floors. Red-brick apartment building with projecting bay windows along a leafy city street.

Experience the Markenfield, a long-standing low-rise apartment building in the Upper West Side’s Morningside Heights neighborhood. The exterior’s early 20th-century architecture meshes with modern restoration efforts within each residence. The pre-war building contains an elevator, laundry room, live-in super, storage units, and public outdoor space. Situated on a tranquil, tree-lined block near Riverside Park, this south-facing apartment boasts bright, natural light with its vast windows, ten-foot ceilings, and open layout.

Bright living room with large windows, a gray sofa, colorful rug, and wood floors.

The spacious great room overlooks the city and its natural scenery. The renovated chef’s kitchen has a contemporary feel with custom cabinets, upgraded appliances, and bright light flowing through the windows.

The bedrooms are ideal for rest and relaxation in their own wing away from the action and confined for calm and comfort. The primary bedroom includes a windowed en-suite bathroom and extended walk-in closet. The second bedroom could convert to an office or workout room. The unit includes a second full bathroom with a walk-in shower and excessive natural light.

Embark on this Upper West Side locale with access to subways, shops, restaurants, parks, and more. This six-story building contains 26 units, allows pets, and offers on-site maintenance, updated amenities, and first-class character and charm.

For more information on this home or to request a private showing, click here.

43 E 30TH ST #5-D MIDTOWN SOUTH, NEW YORK 10016

1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $799,000

Bright open-plan living room and kitchen with a cream sofa, dark cabinetry, and high exposed-beam ceiling.

This 14-story, 38-unit building offers sizable lofts with high ceilings, wide windows, and exquisite charm. The building, constructed in 1922 and converted in 2005, contains an elevator, gym, sufficient storage, and a 24-hour doorman.

This loft-like boutique condo has central air, wood flooring, washer and dryer, prevalent natural light, and a private outdoor terrace.

Bright living room with tall windows, exposed ceiling beams, a cream sofa, and a black leather armchair. Apartment terrace with woven seating, potted plants, and a patterned rug beneath a metal canopy.

The chef’s kitchen has a breakfast bar, updated countertops, and sleek stainless steel appliances. The private yet stunning bedroom and full bathroom are considerable in size with contemporary appeal.

Indulge in this industrial-style loft in the heart of Midtown between Park and Madison Ave.

Bright bedroom with a wood bed, exposed ceiling ductwork, and three tall windows.

To request a tour or get more details about this Midtown South residence, visit here.

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Bright staged living room with large windows overlooking nearby brick buildings and a dining area.
Rooftop terrace with outdoor seating and planters overlooking the Manhattan skyline.
Empty bright apartment living area with large windows and dark parquet flooring.
Bright staged bedroom with a large bed and broad windows overlooking neighboring buildings.
Bright living and dining room with large windows, gray sofa, purple loveseat, and hardwood floors.
Red-brick apartment building with projecting bay windows along a leafy city street.
Bright living room with large windows, a gray sofa, colorful rug, and wood floors.
Bright open-plan living room and kitchen with a cream sofa, dark cabinetry, and high exposed-beam ceiling.
Bright living room with tall windows, exposed ceiling beams, a cream sofa, and a black leather armchair.
Apartment terrace with woven seating, potted plants, and a patterned rug beneath a metal canopy.
Bright bedroom with a wood bed, exposed ceiling ductwork, and three tall windows.
Urban terrace with woven seating, potted plants, patterned tile, and tall stone-framed windows.

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