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The first thing many residents notice about The Alary in Downtown New Rochelle is that the residences feel more like modern Manhattan condominiums than traditional rental apartments. Designed by acclaimed architecture and design firm Fogarty Finger, the striking 28-story, 315-home building offers residences that reflect a level of detail rarely found in rental living.  Kitchens are designed as true centerpieces of the home, featuring fully integrated European appliances, Fisher & Paykel French-door refrigerators, full-height stone backsplashes, and elegant waterfall islands that create a sophisticated focal point for everyday living. Paired with floor-to-ceiling windows, thoughtfully designed layouts, and contemporary finishes throughout, the residences deliver a refined, design-forward experience that many residents associate with luxury ownership rather than renting.

Studios at The Alary are currently available from $ 2,455, one-bedroom residences from $3,100, and two-bedroom homes from $4,350, with immediate occupancy available. 

While the residences make a strong first impression, what many residents come to appreciate most is how life at The Alary extends far beyond their apartment walls.

As the community has grown, residents have embraced the building's amenities and shared spaces as natural extensions of their homes. Nowhere is that more evident than on The Alary's rooftop. Elevated above Downtown New Rochelle, the rooftop feels less like a traditional apartment amenity and more like a private resort destination. Expansive views stretch across the Long Island Sound, creating a dramatic backdrop that changes throughout the day—from bright blue skies reflected on the water to colorful sunsets that transform the horizon each evening.

For many residents, the rooftop has become one of the most enjoyed gathering places in the building. Friends meet around the grilling stations for weekend barbecues, neighbors gather for evening cocktails, and residents spend summer afternoons relaxing by the pool while taking in waterfront views. The atmosphere often feels closer to a boutique Miami resort hotel than a typical residential property, blending relaxation, social energy, and luxury in a way that encourages people to stay, connect, and enjoy the moment.

The rooftop has also become an important setting for community experiences. Throughout the year, management hosts resident events designed to bring neighbors together and create opportunities for connection. Earlier this summer, residents gathered at the rooftop theater area for a community Knicks watch party, transforming a major game into a shared experience overlooking the Sound. Later in the month, a wine and charcuterie tasting hosted within the Sky Club expanded onto the rooftop terraces, allowing residents to enjoy the views while meeting neighbors and spending the evening together.

Inside the building, the Living Room lounge has become another favorite destination. Defined by its distinctive curved glass overlooking the Long Island Sound, the space serves different purposes throughout the day. Some residents begin their mornings with coffee while watching the waterfront come to life. Others take advantage of the space while working remotely or meeting with colleagues. In the evenings, the lounge often becomes a place to unwind, socialize, and enjoy the atmosphere created by one of the building's most beautiful architectural features.

The fitness center has become equally central to everyday life. Often one of the busiest spaces in the building, it supports a wide range of schedules and lifestyles. Early risers stop in before heading to Metro-North for their commute into Manhattan, while others prefer evening workouts after returning home. The convenience of having a fully equipped fitness center just steps from home has become an important part of many residents' routines and contributes to the active lifestyle embraced by the community.

What has developed most naturally, however, is the sense of connection among residents.

Modern renters increasingly seek more than beautiful finishes and luxury amenities. They want a place where they can establish routines, meet neighbors, and feel part of a larger community. At The Alary, resident events, shared spaces, social programming, and everyday interactions have helped transform a newly opened building into a growing residential community. Neighbors who first meet at a building event often reconnect in the fitness center, on the rooftop, or in the lounge. Familiar faces become friendships, and everyday interactions contribute to a stronger sense of belonging.

Like any new residential community, The Alary has continued to evolve as more residents have made the building their home. Shared spaces have become more active, community programming has expanded, and residents have increasingly embraced the building's amenities as places to connect, celebrate, and enjoy daily life.

Today, life at The Alary is defined not only by luxury residences, award-winning design, and resort-inspired amenities, but by the experiences that happen between them. It's the dinner prepared in a beautifully designed kitchen. The rooftop barbecue overlooking the Long Island Sound. The morning workout before work. The sunset viewed from the Living Room lounge. The resident event that introduces a new friendship. Together, these moments help transform a building into a community and an apartment into a home.

Developer by Allstate Ventures, The Alary is the final residential tower within the developer's three-building Westchester Place community, completing a mixed-use destination that has become a defining residential address in downtown New Rochelle.

Studios homes at The Alary are currently available from $ 2,455, one-bedroom residences from $3,100, and two-bedroom homes from $4,350, with immediate occupancy available.

At The Alary, luxury living is about more than where you live, it’s about how you live.  For more information or to schedule a private tour of The Alary’s model residences and amenities, visit www.alarywestchester.com. The Alary is located at 33 Westchester Place, New Rochelle, NY.