Unlock the door to your story at Vernon 46. Long Island City’s newest destination is where you’ll feel right at home. With just eight one-bedroom units, this intimate condominium residence stands out comfortably in Hunters Point at 46-40 Vernon Boulevard. All homes are fitted with floor to ceiling windows, venting kitchen hoods, European appliance packages, and in unit laundry. Vernon 46 is anchored at the heart of it all, where modern life is connected to LIC’s rich heritage. The Hunters Point Historic District is a national historic district of late 19th century red-brick brownstones, this micro-hood is invitingly residential, while close to plentiful shopping and dining choices. The enticing waterfront is also close by, where you’ll find the riverside retreat Gantry Plaza State Park. The 11-acre Hunters Point South Park is another coveted outdoor space with a central green field, a dog run, a bikeway, a waterside promenade (with spectacular Manhattan skyline views), basketball courts, and more. The lively cultural scene includes MoMA PS1, the groundbreaking offshoot of Manhattan’s famed MoMA, and Culture Lab, an arts hub with galleries, a theater and outdoor events space. From casual cafes to acclaimed Michelin-starred establishments, there’s something for every palate. Among the go-to spots: the renowned Casa Enrique, continues to wow diners with inspired southern Mexican cuisine; Sweet Chick, owned and operated by Queens rapper Nas and his restaurateur friend John Seymour, is known for its modern take on American comfort food, especially chicken and waffles, along with creative cocktails; Blend, an eatery acclaimed for tasty Latin fusion cuisine; Plus Mogmog, a gourmet Japanese market, offering an array of prepared items, including sushi that rivals some of NYC’s best sushiyas, and the upscale grocer Foodcellar Market. Transportation is easily accessible. Convenient options include the Q103 express bus, which stops right outside the building, to reach LIC and Astoria, along with close proximity to the 7, G, E, M, and W subway lines to Manhattan and elsewhere. Another option is the Long Island City Ferry Terminal at Center Boulevard and 46th Avenue. The best of what Long Island City has to offer is at your fingertips. Call or email us to set up a private tour.
