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SOLD FOR $9,150,000

· Closed March 11, 2014

257 CENTRAL Park W #11AB
Closed For Sale Co-op

$9,150,000

257 CENTRAL Park W #11AB

Upper West Side, Manhattan

257 Central Park West

MLS® #RLS10089523

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

4

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $6,222/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 11 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 8
Baths 3 Full
Floor 11 of 12
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street 85th Street & 86th Street
Year Built 1925
Parking Garage Available
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1199-0036-00257-000-00011AB

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 21, 2013 $9,450,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $9,150,000 -3.2%

Description

Awe inspiring views of Central Park and the reservoir from this immaculate 4 bedroom home with over sixty seven feet of park frontage. The formal foyer, finished in marble and Venetian plaster,provides an elegant arrival into the expansive and beautifully appointed living and dining room with spectacular views of the park. A large Chefs kitchen, open to the family room, is finished in Carrera marble, stainless steel, custom cabinetry and top of line appliances and will surely become the heart of this home. The luxurious master suite, also with breathtaking views of Central Park, includes a tranquil sitting room and large custom walk in closets. A library and two additional bedrooms are found down a private hallway tucked away discreetly from the entertaining spaces of this expansive home. 257 CPW , The Orwell house, is one the most coveted addresses on the Upper West Side. Built in 1906 this red brick pre war building is located in the center of it all.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Separate Formal Dining Room Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $6,222/mo
Original Price $9,450,000
Sale Price $9,150,000
Previous Price $9,450,000

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

593

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,563

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

34

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

3

Median Sale Price

$7.25M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/14/26, 5:36 PM EST

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Location

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257 CENTRAL Park W #11AB, Upper West Side, New York County • Near 85th Street & 86th Street

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

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 $6,222 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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: RLS10089523
First Listed: 9/21/2013
Price Changed: 3/12/2014
Closed: 3/11/2014
Contract Date: 9/20/2013

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - James Morgan

Listing Contact: (917) 941-5637

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