2214 Whitesboro, NY

The River Lofts represents a transformative vision breathing new life into one of Utica's historic landmarks. This project adaptively reuses an industrial building dating back to circa 1880, originally a textile industrial facility and later a Dunlop Tire Company manufacturing hub. The solid historic structure is being transformed into a live/work community, preserving its authentic industrial character while introducing residential and commercial functions. The project exemplifies Utica's commitment to mixed-use development, supported by incentives including loans, grants, and tax breaks. The initial phase delivers 37 spacious residential lofts with integrated workspaces. The development blends residential comfort with commercial vitality, featuring a ground-floor retail component and on-site parking garage. The second floor showcases 2 & 3 bedroom condo units, ranging from approximately 960 to 2,000 square feet. Each residence offers open-concept living areas, high ceilings, separate office/work space, and a private terrace overlooking a landscaped courtyard. The first floor transforms into a retail destination, including an international market and artisanal bakery/cafe. Utica's location between Micron & Wolfspeed creates employment opportunities, attracting professionals seeking quality housing. The River Lofts benefits from architect Anthony Morali's expertise, whose portfolio includes projects such as the Rainbow Room in Rockefeller Center and Cipriani at Grand Central Terminal. The total building square footage is 102,000 sqft. The available lot is Lot 60.3. A large grant has been recently approved.