Sales have begun at Roe Development Corporation's 180-unit Star Tower

According to Manhattan-based Roe Development Corp., sales have begun for The Star Tower, Long Island City's tallest residential condominium.  When completed in winter 2009, the luxury condominium will rise 25 stories and will offer residents unparalleled views of the Manhattan skyline, white-glove service and the finest amenities and finishes. Located at 28-02 42nd Rd., The Star Tower will contain 180 one and two-bedroom residences ranging from 617 to 1,213 s/f. Residents of The Star Tower will have an array of hotel-quality amenities at their disposal.  The SkyDeck, a residents-only 2,700 s/f rooftop boasting a 360 degree view of the New York City cityscape, will be the largest rooftop in Long Island City featuring a sun pool and cabanas with daybeds. Overlooking the pool and cabanas will be The SkyLounge, a 1,000 s/f club room where an indoor kitchen, wet bar and entertaining area will cover all of the residents' indoor and outdoor catering needs. The 7,500 s/f mezzanine-level Great Lawn, the largest of its kind in Long Island City, will offer residents outdoor seating and spaces for yoga, meditation and entertaining.  An indoor waterfall Jacuzzi will provide relaxation with views overlooking the great lawn. Residents will also have access to an outdoor grilling station with a large Viking grill, on-site concierge, 24-hour doorman, in-house valet parking service, and a private gym with on-site personal trainers. Boasting design and expert craftsmanship by DeArch, residences at The Star Tower will offer expansive southern exposures that provide uncompromised views of the Manhattan skyline.  "The Star Tower will provide personalized white-glove concierge services to residents, something never before offered in Long Island City," said Robert Roe, vice president at Roe Development Corp.  "We are building a product that will incorporate the best-of-the-best in every way possible - from premium finishes to five-star amenities, we are offering homebuyers the best product available in Long Island City."