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SOLD FOR $1,580,000

· Closed October 18, 2019

257 CENTRAL Park W #12D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,580,000

257 CENTRAL Park W #12D

Upper West Side, Manhattan

The Orwell House

MLS® #RLS10565087

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1906

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1906
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,183/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street WEST 85 STREET and WEST 86 STREET
Year Built 1906
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1199-0036-00257-000-000012D

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 29, 2019 $1,650,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $1,580,000 -4.2%

Description

Bright, airy and loft like, this high floor open floor-plan home with 10 foot ceilings is extraordinary! A unique combination of open space and prewar charm, this apartment is a rare find on Central Park West.

Immediately upon entering, you are greeted with fabulous light and open North Central Park and partial Reservoir views. The living space is enormous with dramatic living space, an open kitchen and lots of options for living, dining and entertaining.

The bedrooms are split on either side of the living space allowing for maximum privacy. Both bedrooms have open North views and one has a North Park view. Each has its own en suite bath and wonderful closet space.

In addition to wonderful light and views, the apartment boasts beautiful hardwood floors, oversized picture windows and a flexible layout. A washer and dryer may be added.

257 Central Park West, The Orwell House, is an elegant turn of the century building conveniently located between 85th and 86th Streets. Built in 1906 and converted to cooperative in 1979, it has a newly renovated lobby, 24-hour doormen, concierge, resident manager, playroom, bike room, and storage upon availability. Pets and pied a terres are allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building The Orwell House
Total Units 84
Stories 13
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,183/mo
Original Price $1,650,000
Sale Price $1,580,000

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

584

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,465

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

66

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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Location

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257 CENTRAL Park W #12D, Upper West Side, New York County • Near WEST 85 STREET and WEST 86 STREET

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1906
Year Built
120 years old
12
Floors
69
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $18,657,450
Land Value: $4,137,750
Exemptions: $83,071

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 15,325 SF
Building Area: 148,380 SF
Built FAR: 9.68
Allowed FAR: 10

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $3,183 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

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: RLS10565087
First Listed: 5/29/2019
Closed: 10/18/2019
Contract Date: 5/29/2019

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Lisa Lippman

Listing Contact: (212) 588-5606

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