Sales recently launched for VITA, a two-building residential development in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards billed as the city’s largest passive house condominium development. Designed by Archimaera and INC Architecture and Design and developed by ZD Jasper Realty, the 12-story buildings at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue comprise 121 residences and an expansive amenity collection. The property’s Passive House principles can reduce energy consumption by up to 90 percent. Eklund | Gomes of Douglas Elliman is the exclusive sales and marketing partner for VITA. Pricing for available residences starts at $1.25 million, with first closings anticipated for fall 2025.
Residential Terrace at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Double-height lobby at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Rooftop terrace at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
To achieve Passive House certification, VITA has an airtight envelope with continuous insulation and curved triple-glazed windows. The eco-conscious design also provides optimal indoor air quality and noise insulation.
Residential kitchen at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Residence at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Residential bathroom at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Residences range from one- to three-bedroom homes, with custom-designed kitchens outfitted with blonde oak veneer cabinetry, Fusion Blue Quartzite natural stone countertops, pewter-finished fixtures, and a premium Gaggenau integrated appliance suite. Primary bathrooms are outfitted with honed Grigio Trambiserra marble walls and dual-tone Bardiglio Versilia radiant heated floors, while secondary bathrooms are finished with artisanal ceramic tile walls and Bardiglio Versilia mosaic floors. European white oak flooring runs throughout the living spaces and each home comes equipped with a washer and dryer for modern convenience.
Rooftop at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Rooftop amenity at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Amenities include a double-height lobby and 24/7 attended reception, a gym with Technogym cardio and strength training equipment, a lounge with a golf simulator, and a spa with a steam room, sauna, shower, and private treatment room. Two roof terraces will offer panoramic views, outdoor kitchens, and lounge seating for alfresco dining and entertaining.
Lounge at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Fitness center at VITA at 499 and 501 Ninth Avenue in Hudson Yards. Credit: Williams New York
Local transit includes the 7 train and access to the nearby Penn Station.
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renderings look great.
however, no reason zoning here doesn’t allow 30-40 stories, as of right.
What exactly is so precious over here that warrants mid rise at best.
The Westies are long gone. Hell’s Kitchen / Clinton or whatever certainly can sustain much taller and much more density .
How are they 499 and 501 if there is another building between them?
Love the look of the kitchens
Lowell- #500 is across the street. Even on one side, odd across.