Saltmeadow


Beach 5th & 6th Streets, Queens, NY

Introduction

Sustainable beachside homes. A new standard for the greater Rockaways.

Property Type:

Waterfront Townhomes

Construction Type:

New Construction

Year Built:

2017

Square Footage:

69,696 GSF

Units:

60

Unit Types:

rental

In the wake of Hurricane Sandy, Saltmeadow supports a larger revitalization effort to create sustainable homes within the beachside neighborhood of Far Rockaway, Queens. The new development consists of 30 clustered two-family townhouses buildings that respond to the beachside setting and traditional neighborhood context while incorporating modern design elements with resiliency in mind.

Residences

Ground floor facades, clad in a stone base of quartzite and sedimentary rock, echo the jetties along the shoreline while the incorporation of permeable pavers to reduce runoff and erosion. Interiors fuse high quality contemporary finishes with functionality and flexibility. Each home features large windows up to 6 feet, weathered zinc fixtures, custom engineered plank floors throughout and cedar accent walls. Select homes feature outdoor space and windows oriented to maximize water views.

Flood-resilient design fuses high quality and contemporary finishes with efficiency and functionality.

Entry stairs built from handsome blue stone

Master bath

Residence Features

  • 2- to 3-bedrooms
  • Large windows up to 6'
  • Bosch washers and dryers
  • Custom engineered plank floors throughout
  • Satin nickel hardware
  • Entry stairs feature blue stone
  • Building featuring cedar accent walls
  • Weathered zinc light fixture
  • Flood-resilient design
  • Balconies with water views, home offices, and private rooftop lounges in select residences

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