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SOLD FOR $900,000

· Closed February 19, 2019

257 CENTRAL Park W #5-B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$900,000

257 CENTRAL Park W #5-B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10578208

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Coldwell Banker Warburg

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1906

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Lot Size 15,325 sq ft
Year Built 1906
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,110/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Views: Park Greenbelt
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 12
View Park Greenbelt
Pets Yes
Year Built 1906
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 15,325 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 14, 2017 $1,175,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $900,000 -23.4%

Description

Welcome home to one of the most desirable residences on Central Park West! This lovely one bed/one bath apartment, once called “Treetops”, is filled with sunlight and tree top park views. Of course, the loveliest part about “Treetops” is the view of Central Park! From lazy summer evenings when lightning bugs dance around the branches, to the glorious autumn parade of changing colors, to crisp winter mornings with painted sunrises is enhanced by crystal ice on the trees, your spirits are lifted with each season! In addition, did we mention fireworks, a front row seat for the Thanksgiving Day Parade, that three of New York's most important museums just a few short steps away, that culture is as close as Lincoln Center, and great shopping and dining are as close as Columbus Avenue??? Apartment 5B boasts fresh paint, beautiful floors, a washer/dryer, closets galore, a windowed kitchen, and renovated bath! This, not to be missed unit, is housed in a beautiful full service pre-war coop featuring a full-time doorman and concierge services, live in super, laundry room downstairs, bike room and garage. The Orwell House is a home, not just a place to live. Easy access to all the conveniences of the west side -the subway, stores and wonderful restaurants. Price Reduction- $925,000.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 69
Stories 12
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,110/mo
Original Price $1,175,000
Sale Price $900,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

585

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,456

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

23

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

69

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 5:54 AM EST

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Location

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257 CENTRAL Park W #5-B, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,110 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1906, making it approximately 120 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10578208
First Listed: 6/14/2017
Closed: 2/19/2019
Contract Date: 6/14/2017

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Warburg - Mary Anne Fusco

Listing Contact: (917) 836-0391

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