20 West 72nd Street, 809

Charming, move-in-ready studio moments from Central Park. Welcome to Apartment 809 at The Franconia—a beautifully updated, south-facing studio located just a stone’s throw from the Strawberry Fields entrance to Central Park. This turnkey apartment is thoughtfully designed to maximize both space and functionality, featuring a custom-built queen-size Murphy bed and an oversized California-style closet system offering exceptional storage. The renovated kitchen area is both stylish and practical, complete with quartzite countertops and stainless-steel appliances, including a Bosch dishwasher and a full-sized LG refrigerator. The home also features a windowed bathroom as well as classic pre-war details such as hardwood floors and 9-foot-tall, beamed ceilings that add warmth and character throughout. The Franconia is a well-established, full-service pre-war cooperative offering a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, laundry room, bike storage, and additional storage options. pieds-à-terre, co-purchasing, gifting, guarantors, and parents buying for children are permitted with board approval. Residents enjoy an unbeatable Upper West Side location with easy access to Central Park, Lincoln Center, and the American Museum of Natural History, along with an array of nearby restaurants, boutiques, and neighborhood conveniences. Transportation is seamless with the 1, 2, B, and C subway lines just moments away.