This exceptional three-bedroom plus home office residence at 290 West End Avenue offers a rare combination of grand scale, meticulous renovation, and timeless prewar elegance in the heart of the Upper West Side.
Arriving from a semi-private elevator landing, a gracious limestone gallery sets the tone for the home's sophisticated yet comfortable design. The expansive formal living room is framed by beautiful beamed ceilings, custom moldings, rich hardwood floors, and tranquil treetop and garden views, creating an ideal setting for both entertaining and everyday living. Adjacent, the oversized formal dining room seamlessly connects to the kitchen and living spaces, offering exceptional flow rarely found in classic prewar layouts.
The oversized eat-in chef's kitchen has been thoughtfully designed with marble countertops and full marble backsplash, premium JennAir and Sub-Zero appliances, custom cabinetry, and two oversized windows that flood the space with natural light. Limestone flooring runs continuously through the kitchen and dining areas, adding warmth and cohesion to the sprawling entertaining spaces.
Privately situated in the bedroom wing, the home features three generously proportioned bedrooms plus a dedicated home office, perfectly suited for today's flexible living needs. The luxurious primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and a beautifully appointed five-fixture bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and oversized steam shower. The secondary bedrooms offer excellent scale and custom closet systems throughout.
Additional features include 2.5 windowed bathrooms, four-zone central air conditioning, in-unit washer/dryer, custom windows, Sonos surround sound, elegant cove lighting, and abundant storage throughout. With 9.5-foot ceilings, only two residences per floor, and peaceful private garden views, this home delivers a rare sense of privacy and refinement within one of the Upper West Side's most coveted full-service prewar cooperatives.
Residents of 290 West End Avenue enjoy two full-time doormen, a live-in superintendent, full-time staff, private storage, bike room, central laundry, and a beautifully landscaped outdoor deck and play area. Ideally located moments from Riverside Park, as well as neighborhood favorites including Zabar's, Citarella, and Fairway, this is Upper West Side living at its finest.
Quick Profile
Bracketed on its east and west borders by massive city parks, the Upper West Side (UWS) is known for its greenery, stately and elegant townhomes, safe streets and great schools, all of which make it a very desirable neighborhood for families. The UWS has maintained its community feeling, making it attractive to young professionals and retirees, both of whom want a sense of belonging in the place they call home.
Here you’ll find many apartment buildings, especially those along Central Park West. Historic architecture abounds, anchored by four luxury co-ops - the San Remo, Majestic, Century and Eldorado apartments - all of which have two towers on their interiors. They were built in the 1930s and their design was predicated on a 1929 building code that imposed a height limit on residences facing the street. There are also impressive row houses near Riverside Drive throughout the W 70 and 80 Streets. Above the 90s, you will find smaller buildings where walk-ups are very reasonably priced.
There are several world-class museums and venues dedicated to the performing arts. Plentiful dining can be found in the UWS. You will find everything from quaint Jewish delis serving up bagels and a schmear to sophisticated fine dining that has earned multiple Michelin stars, and everything you could possibly want in between. There is also abundant shopping and a vibrant nightlife.