LEASING LAUNCHES AT THE ITALIC, AN AMENITY-LADEN, 50-STORY RESIDENTIAL TOWER IN LONG ISLAND CITY

Developed by American Lions, a JV between Fetner Properties and Lions Group,
The Italic is expected to lease up quickly, following success of sister building The Bold

LONG ISLAND CITY, N.Y., March 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Lions, a joint venture between Fetner Properties and Lions Group, is excited to announce the launch of leasing at The Italic, a 50-story residential tower located at 26-32 Jackson Avenue in the heart of Long Island City, Queens. The Italic is the sister building of The Bold, which is located across the street. Designed by SLCE Architects, The Italic offers a unique living experience in one of New York City's most sought after neighborhoods.

"We are thrilled to announce the opening of our second building in Long Island City, especially after the amazing reception for our first development in the neighborhood, The Bold. This evolving neighborhood has shown tremendous growth, and we're excited to contribute to that by adding more high-quality housing. Our buildings offer not just homes, but community spaces that bring people together," said Hal Fetner, President and CEO of Fetner Properties.

The Italic offers top-tier amenities, including a communal lounge, a state-of-the art fitness center, two bay golf simulators, a basketball court, coworking spaces, and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline. A standalone feature is the building's full demonstration cooking kitchen, perfect for hosting large cooking parties and gatherings.

The Italic's 363 rental apartments range from studios to three-bedrooms. Of these, 109 units are designated as affordable. Apartments include floor-to-ceiling windows, in-unit washer/dryers, stunning city views, and top-of-the-line finishes. Kitchens feature Bosch and Beko appliances, adding a high-end touch to each home. Additionally, the building's condo-like finishes offer residents an optimal living experience.

The building also includes 20,000 square feet of commercial space, adding to the convenience and ease of lifestyle for residents.

Unfettered access to cultural institutions at The Italic's doorstep includes MoMA PS1, a contemporary art institution located nearby in bustling Court Square, and the highly regarded Noguchi Museum, designed and created by Japanese American sculptor Isamu Noguchi. Across the street is Socrates Sculpture Park, with exhibitions of contemporary public art and robust programming on five-acres adjacent to the East River.

A plethora of parks are easily accessible, including Gantry Plaza State Park, a 12-acre riverside oasis that boasts spectacular views of the midtown Manhattan skyline, Hunter's Point South's 11 acres of landscaped waterfront parkland, Murray Playground, McKenna Triangle, Court Square Park, and Rafferty Triangle.

Long Island City's retail, restaurants, and bars are abundant. Murray's Cheese, Levante, Dutch Kills, avant-garde steakhouse M. Wells, Xi'an Famous Foods, Tacombi, Partners Coffee, The Infamous, Extra Butter, Book Culture, City Chemist, and Movement LIC, a large rock-climbing gym are among the neighborhood's treasures. Fitness club Chelsea Piers will arrive in Court Square in 2026. Local breweries include Fifth Hammer, Focal Point Beer Co, Rockaway Brewing Company, Finback LIC, and The Gutter Bar.

Ideally located between Dutch Kills Street and Purves Street, The Italic has convenient access to public transportation, a wide variety of dining options, and cultural attractions throughout the city. The building has direct access to Court Square subway station, serviced by the 7, E, M, G; as well as Queensboro Plaza 7, N, W; Ferry at Gantry Plaza, and Hunters Point South; and the B62, Q39, Q39, Q67, and Q69 buses from Court Square.

For more information, please visit https://boldanditalic.com/italic/.

American Lions, LLC
American Lions, LLC, is a joint venture between Fetner Properties and the Lions Group. Both are multi-generational family businesses dedicated to building, owning, and managing residential projects throughout New York City. In 2017, Fetner Properties and the Lions Group joined together as American Lions to focus on large-scale development projects in Long Island City, NY. The synergy of American Lions is built on the Lions Group's deep and unmatched understanding of Long Island City, their roots in the community, and the overall success of a multitude of projects, combined with Fetner's expertise in large-scale construction, finance, and management. American Lions is dedicated to building high-quality projects that strengthen communities and make great neighbors.

Fetner Properties
Fetner Properties is a dynamic player in an ever-changing multifamily market; a full-service, fully integrated real estate company specializing in developing, owning, and managing residential properties, with three new projects in the pipeline consisting of 800 residences in Long Island City and Manhattan, Fetner is always on the forefront of the residential real estate industry. At Fetner Properties, residents are neighbors, not tenants, and every decision is made with them in mind. Fetner has been creating communities in New York City since 1955, through three generations of family ownership.

Lions Group
Lions Group is a generational ground-up real estate development company with vertically integrated capabilities and a history spanning over 40 years. In addition to being Long Island City's most active developer, with over a dozen projects in the neighborhood since 2004, Lions Group is also an active player in the revitalization of other cities' emerging submarkets, with over 1,500 units in development in Jersey City's Journal Square and Downtown Miami.

SOURCE American Lions, LLC