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257 Central Park West, 6-E

Central Park West, Manhattan | West 85th Street & West 86th Street

4 Rooms2 Beds2 BathsCo-op

$1,945,000
Maintenance$3,022

Outdoor space and views

  • City Views
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Attended Elevator
  • Bike Storage
  • Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Playroom
  • Renovated Lobby
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 257 Central Park West, 6-E

Sun-filled and gracious, this corner two-bedroom, two-bathroom home on the sixth floor offers beautiful treelined block views with oblique vistas of Central Park from a prime Central Park West address. Enjoying three exposures to the north, west and south, the apartment is filled with natural light throughout the day. Generous scale, high ceilings, oversized windows and an elegant prewar layout are complemented by a wonderful collection of original architectural details, creating a sophisticated and inviting home in one of Central Park West's distinguished white-glove buildings.

The formal expanse is particularly impressive, positioned on a corner with two exposures and abundant natural light. Generously proportioned, there is ample room for comfortable seating as well as a formal dining area, making this an ideal space for both gracious entertaining and everyday living. Beautiful prewar details throughout include high ceilings, pretty moldings, hardwood floors, glass door transoms and French doors, all contributing to the timeless character and elegance of the home.

The windowed kitchen is bright and functional, with generous cabinet storage and plenty of counter space. Slab marble countertops are complemented by a ceramic tile backsplash and marble tile floors, while top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, Viking gas range and oven, and built-in GE Profile microwave. A Bosch washer and dryer in the apartment adds modern convenience, while through-wall air conditioning and heating provide year-round comfort.

The sun-filled primary suite is a peaceful retreat with a wonderful south-facing city view and a beautifully appointed en-suite bathroom. The bathroom features stone tiling, a pedestal sink and a spacious walk-in shower with a rain head. The second full bathroom is equally attractive, with stone tile finishes and a classic pedestal sink. Generous closet storage throughout the apartment provides excellent utility and further enhances the home's comfortable, well-planned layout.

With its exceptional light, gracious proportions, beautiful prewar character and coveted Central Park West location, this is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the elegance and enduring appeal of one of Manhattan's most iconic residential avenues.

257 Central Park West is an elegant white glove prewar cooperative in superb financial and physical condition. Full-time services include 24-hour doorman and concierge, resident manager, porters and handymen, fitness center, central laundry, storage, bike storage, resident parking (subject to availability), and one of the most impressive roof decks on the Park. Pets are permitted. Pieds-a-terre are permitted on case-by-case basis. Electric $90.29/month, Special Assessment: $905.64/month through April 2027

Listing History for 257 Central Park West, 6-E

Now
09/10/2026
$1,945,000
Initial Price by Deanna Kory
Corcoran
Launch

Building Details for 257 Central Park West

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePre-War
AccessAttended Elevator
Year Built1906
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts12/84
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

86 St
0.07 miles
81 St-Museum of Natural History
0.29 miles
86 St
0.41 miles

Citi Bike

Central Park W & W 85 St
0.03 miles
W 82 St & Central Park W
0.19 miles

Contact Agents

Contact Agents

Licensed As
Deanna E Kory
Associate Broker
License#:
30KO0565536
Company:
Corcoran
Licensed As
Jane M Martin
Associate Broker
License#:
30MA0873900
Company:
Corcoran
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Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
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$1,945,000
$1,945,000
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$435,000
$435,000
Last 12 months
$1,474
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Two Beds in Central Park West

APPSF
Median
Average
$2,320
$2,675,000
$3,514,573
$1,833
$2,900,000
$2,801,867

Central Park West | Manhattan

Quick Profile

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. 

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OLR ID: 2201531