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Cosmopolitan convenience meets small town charm at Riverwalk

Rebirth of Roosevelt Island continues with its newest luxury rental in Riverwalk on-site day nursery for the growing number of families Coming to Riverwalk featuring breathtaking views, signature design and amenities

Riverwalk is quickly emerging as one of New York’s most desirable neighborhoods. Just ask the residents who live there; mere minutes from Midtown, Riverwalk has been Manhattan’s best kept secret – until now. Related Companies and Hudson Companies are unveiling Riverwalk Crossing, the sixth addition to Riverwalk community and the only new luxury rental property on Roosevelt Island. For everyone from recent graduates to successful professionals, from families with kids to empty nesters returning to the City, there is no warmer and more welcoming neighborhood then Riverwalk Crossing, The 240 studio, one, two and three bedroom new rental residences start at $1,995 for July occupancy.

Riverwalk, a new waterfront community that surrounds the F subway on Roosevelt Island, embodies the best of cosmopolitan convenience and small town charm with stunning green spaces, panoramic river and skyline views, and a one-stop proximity on the F train to 63rd Street and Lexington Avenue, 2 stops to Rockefeller Center or a 5 minute ride to midtown on the unique Roosevelt Island Tram. Within Riverwalk, a city reprieve awaits where residents can read a book or take advantage of wi-fi service on the Commons, play tennis in the Roosevelt Island Racquet Club, or bike along the breathtaking riverfront esplanade. And just minutes from Riverwalk Crossing reside some of the best shopping, restaurants, museums and nightlife in the Upper East Side.

Co-developed by Related Companies and Hudson Companies, the visionaries of the Riverwalk neighborhood, Riverwalk Crossing is designed by the award-winning architectural firm Costas Kondylis and Partners and features perfectly appointed residences all with stunning water views from every window. Amenities include an entertainment lounge, bike room, state-of-the-art fitness center, and lushly landscaped gardens with an outdoor sun deck, dining terrace, and barbeque grills.

To complete the Riverwalk lifestyle, the Roosevelt Island Day Nursery at Riverwalk will open in September within Riverwalk Crossing, serving children aged three months to three years. The new Riverwalk Bar and Grill and an adjacent bagel boutique and deli are poised to open and join Nonno’s Focacceria, Fuji East and Starbucks on the Commons. In addition, to celebrate the Riverwalk neighborhood, Related Companies and Hudson Companies are sponsoring the first-ever summer long music and events festival on the island, Roosevelt L!VE, www.rooseveltlive.com. As part of the Related Rentals portfolio, Riverwalk Crossing offers its residents RelatedStyle Services®, a suite of rewards and services which include the Related Personal Assistant, Move-In Coordination, Resident Service Specialist, as well as exclusive Equinox® Fitness membership opportunities.

Residents will also have the option to pay rent with a rewards-eligible credit cards– allowing them to earn rewards redeemable at various airlines, hotels and retailers. Finally, with Riverwalk Crossing’s unique combination of big city options and small town community, a New Yorker can really have it all! Breathe Closer than Brooklyn and home to the 212 area code, Roosevelt Island spans two miles long, 800 feet wide and just 300 yards from the FDR Drive. With two-thirds of Roosevelt Island's 147 acres devoted to parks, promenades and open spaces, a relaxing walk is always just around the corner. For those seeking more vigorous activities,

Roosevelt Island provides ample opportunities for indoor and outdoor recreation. From the clay tennis courts of the Roosevelt Island Racquet Club, to soccer and baseball at Fireman's Field and Copobianco Field, to the five miles of jogging and biking trails, Roosevelt Island caters to the most active lifestyles. Relax Riverwalk Crossing features a 24-hour concierge and doorman and a wide array of amenities. The state-of-the-art fitness center includes a weight-training facility and cardio machines with individual TV screens.

The luxurious entertainment lounge provides an engaging and entertaining space to enjoy the magnificent views with flat screen TVs and a billiard table. In addition, a Resident Service Specialist is on-site to address any residential needs, and a Related Personal Assistant is accessible to coordinate any personal needs – from restaurant reservations, to hiring a dog walker, to concert tickets.

A Resident’s Circle “Insider’s Club” E-Newsletter is delivered exclusively to residents each month, describing exciting events, activities, dining options and special offers, all of which can be accessed through the Related Personal Assistant. Grow Parents have discovered that Riverwalk is a wonderful neighborhood to raise a child. The Roosevelt Island Day Nursery at Riverwalk provides parents a convenient option for their children to attend a nursery in the comfort of their own building. In addition, Roosevelt Island is home to PS 217, serving an international group of students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grades, with academically enriched after school programs.

The Roosevelt Island Youth Center and Island Kids compliments the family experience with a variety of kids activities, including music and art classes, Mommy and Me Pilates, and sports programs. Engage Roosevelt Island is home to a friendly established community with year-round events and activities. From quiet reading at the Roosevelt Island Library to visits at the community gardens, green market, Main Street Theater and Dance Alliance and various social clubs, the warmth of the Island will be apparent from your very first visit.

For more information about Riverwalk Crossing and Roosevelt Island, please visit www.riverwalkcrossingnyc.com, the on-site leasing office or call 212 838-5090.

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