The Apthorp

Modern cosmopolitan lifestyle meets Renaissance charm in The Apthorp, one of the city’s most iconic living spaces and architectural works of art. With its intricate detailing and air of Old World elegance, it’s ideal for families looking for luxury living in a historic setting. And with 32 residences now available at a substantially reduced price, the 163-residence building is more attractive than ever.

The legacy of The Apthorp dates back to 1908, when financier William Waldorf Astor and his team of architects made it the world’s largest residential building. Modeled after the Pitti Palace in Florence, The Apthorp has maintained its historical and architectural integrity. Families today can still enjoy its Italian Renaissance detailing and design—not to mention an expansive interior courtyard. But the building also boasts floor plans and amenities suited to the tastes and lifestyles of today’s families, says Karen Mansour, director of sales and marketing at Prudential Douglas Elliman. Residences range from one to five plus bedrooms and feature the ultimate in state-of-the-art technology. Generously-sized rooms and high ceilings make each apartment perfect for entertaining or spending time as a family. The building also has plans to add a fitness center and children’s playroom.

The Apthorp is located on the Upper West Side, extending from West End Avenue to Broadway between 78th and 79th Streets. “It’s in a very family-oriented environment,” Mansour says, noting the neighborhood’s excellent schools and the proximity of Central Park and Riverside Park, as well as cultural institutions like the American Museum of Natural History, the New York City Ballet, The Metropolitan Opera, The Juilliard School, Lincoln Center and more.

Address: 390 West End Avenue | Website: theapthorp.com | Prices: Starting at $1,535,000 Developer: Broadwall Management of Apthorp LLC, a division of The Feil Organization | Restoration Architects: BP Architects Director of Sales and Marketing: Karen Mansour, Prudential Douglas Elliman, 212-799-2211

Camp Lee Mar

A private 7 week residential summer program offering a unique curriculum incorporating a strong Academic and Speech program with traditional camp activities. Our campers flourish at Lee Mar due to the structured environment we provide which allows our campers to feel comfortable and secure. Careful study is made of parent input, school (IEPs), camper interview, etc., so that the interests and needs of each child can best be determined for suitable grouping prior to the camper arriving. At Lee Mar the children find comfort and friendship with children of similar age and functioning level. From this foundation we encourage our campers to embrace and learn new skills and have new experiences which they can build upon on their return home. We also focus on building friendships which last throughout the year, as well as learning how to cope with the dynamics of group situations. Development of the whole child is our goal. We work hard at improving the daily living, social, and life skills of our campers, while giving them the happiest summer of their lives!

Advantage Junior Tennis

At Advantage Junior Tennis Camp, the focus is on the game, up close and all summer long! It&rsquo;s ideal for beginners and more experienced players. Campers ages 7 to 17 spend full days learning how to play their best game&mdash;and meeting campers who love tennis as much as they do.

Mosholu Day Camp

For over 80 years, Mosholu Day Camp has been providing affordable, quality camping to children from all over the Bronx, Manhattan, Rockland &amp; Westchester. Our picturesque facility sits on beautiful Lake Cohasset in Harriman State Park. It offers children a place to develop, experience, and enjoy the nature around them, while taking part in unforgettable outdoor summer activities.&nbsp; Mosholu offers campers more, while you pay less. As a camp that focuses on traditional activities our goal is to give children unforgettable experiences and lifelong friendships. The camp has expert staff and top-notch facilities. Mosholu is a safe and nurturing environment filled with exciting activities and adventures for all ages. Director, Mike Halpern brings over 40 years of camping, teaching and childcare experiences and along with an amazing leadership team, built a program that allows campers to learn and thrive. The camp provides a nurturing environment where campers have an opportunity to enjoy activities (like music, arts, sports, and special programs), while a special focus is placed on swimming, where campers begin to develop and improve water familiarity and swimming skills take part in row boats, kayaks and an amazing waterpark. The camp has an amazing challenge and ropes course area with a number of challenges including a rock wall, zip line, tree climbing and rope swing. Campers gain independence while supervised by counselors who understand the needs of emerging tween campers. Mosholu is a &ldquo;funtastic&rdquo; place where campers make new friends, are creative, focus on sports and arts, and have a positive experience. Counselors are college-aged and older, and are directly supervised by adult professional child care workers who are in tune to the campers' needs. There are tons of inter-camp games and parties, as well as cookouts and a water balloon sling shot area where campers stay cool and laugh.&nbsp; Mosholu Day Camp offers bus service (included in the price) from all over Westchester, Upper Manhattan, The Bronx and Rockland. It is an amazing camp experience at an amazing price!&nbsp; It is a place where memories are made that last a lifetime!