On the 19th floor entry level, a private elevator landing leads to the foyer, from which one is immediately struck by the home's grand proportions, 10'+ ceilings, and breathtaking views of Central Park from the open and loft-like entertaining rooms: a 28' x 28' living room with wood-burning fireplace, a sitting room, powder room and corner dining room with picturesque views of both Central Park and the city skyline. All the main rooms on the first level are encompassed by a vast terrace that is accessible from both the great room and primary bedroom.
A windowed chef's eat-in kitchen features an island for informal dining, fully integrated top-of-the-line appliances, and an adjoining pantry/laundry room, office/bonus room with its own powder room, and a butler's pantry.
The sprawling Park-facing primary suite enjoys a serene sitting area with French doors opening to the terrace, a wood burning fireplace, dressing room, and an en-suite spa worthy 5-fixture bathroom. Two additional bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, complete the northern bedroom wing.
Ascend the elegant curved staircase to the 20th floor's double-height tower room with an incomparable wood-paneled library that features 14' ceilings, a wood burning fireplace and a wet bar. A dramatic solarium opens to a sprawling corner terrace with 3 exposures, including breathtaking views of Central Park and sunsets to the west - an unparalleled entertaining experience. This level also features a second powder room.
55 Central Park West is a white glove, full-service Art Deco building designed in 1929 by Schwartz & Gross. Known for its iconic silhouette and landmark status, the building features a recently restored, award-winning lobby and attentive full-time staff including a live-in resident manager. Additionally, the building has a beautifully landscaped roof terrace, state-of-the-art gym, bicycle room, and common laundry room.
This is a rare, once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a truly peerless property. Pieds-à-terre and pets are welcome. 2% flip tax. co-exclusive with Compass
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Home to some of New York City’s most famous buildings like The Dakota, with its enchanting architecture, and the equally impressive San Remo just a couple streets away, Central Park West is one of the most eye-popping neighborhoods to live in.
It is historically renowned for its blending of architecture and residential living. So much so, that it earned a listing on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. It is thought to have some of the most diverse and beautiful skylines in all of New York and has drawn celebrity residents for decades
If world-class architecture isn’t enough for you, there are plenty of warm brownstones to be found as well. There is so much to do in Central Park West, the most obvious being in the name of the neighborhood itself. With Central Park running the length of one of its borders, there’s easy access to the park and all its wonders, running trails, row boats, and bridges. If you prefer the indoors, the American Museum of Natural History is at your service.
There are few places in the world that can match Central Park West’s varied combination of urban and residential charm, elegance, and spirit.
According to New York City records, the median price for an apartment in Manhattan for the month of September 2023 was $1,087,000. The price represents a decrease of 5.5% from the median price of $1,150,000 recorded in September 2022. The number of apartment sales fell from 1,170 to 821 reflecting a year-over-year decrease of 30%. ...
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