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SOLD FOR $9,750,000

· Closed September 14, 2018

57 W 88th Street

$9,750,000

$1,183 per sq ft

57 W 88th Street

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10422244

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Nest Seekers International

5

Bedrooms

10

Baths

8,240

Sq. Ft.

1900

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 10
Living Area 8,240 sq ft
Year Built 1900
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Building Patio, Building Terrace, Patio, Terrace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1900)

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Baths 10 Full
Cross Street Central Park West/Columbus Avenue
Year Built 1900
Living Area 8,240 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1202-0009
Block/Lot 1202/9

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 13, 2017 $9,750,000 -
Price Reduced Mar 8, 2017 $9,950,000 +2.1%

Description

At 20? wide and over 8,000 square feet of living space, 57 West 88th Street offers the quintessential Upper West Side single family experience. Located on a classic Central Park block, the home showcases ceiling heights of up to 12?, five massive bedrooms each with en-suite bath, six full baths and four half baths spread out over seven floors! A newly installed elevator stops on each of the seven floors in the home.

Enter through garden level into a family/entertaining room leading straight through to the modern kitchen with top of the line appliances and an informal dining area. Your kitchen is laced with gorgeous Caesar stone throughout with custom made cabinets and appliances from Wolf and Miele. A walk-in pantry closet compliments the kitchen perfectly. Pass through the kitchen and experience and fabulous back garden with plenty of space for entertaining or lounging. One of your four half baths are located on this level.

A double stair case from the garden level leads to a massive parlor level. The floor is perfect for entertaining with 12? ceilings, a generous sized formal dining room and oversized sitting/entertaining room. Two gas burning fireplaces set the tone for this level which also includes a wet bar for convenience.

The master suite encases the entire third floor of this home. An extra-large south facing bedroom exposes you to amazing southern light. Have your walk-in closet custom designed to suit your needs. The master bath located on this level is approximately 400 square feet of spa-like finishes: a double sized shower with rain head fixtures and steam option to go along with an extra-large soaking tub offer the ultimate relaxation.

Floors four and five each offer two bedrooms each with their own baths. The second of your three outdoor spaces is located on the bedroom level. In addition, a second laundry room for convenience is located on the fourth floor.

The penthouse level overs over 800 square feet of outdoor space split between front and back terraces. An excellent space for entertaining guests during the warmer months, the outdoor space has gas and water connections for convenience.

The basement level has been dugout to create a generous ceiling height. Your basement is home to a temperature controlled wine room, the larger of your two laundry rooms, a fitness area and a full bath which includes a steam shower.

57 West 88th offers the best of modern design on a classic Upper West Side block. An excellent home for anyone looking to enjoy everything that the Upper West Side has to offer.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Garden Building Patio Building Terrace Patio Terrace

Building Information

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

583

Median Asking Price

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

70

Median Sale Price

$1.83M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 3:13 AM EST

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Location

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57 W 88th Street, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Central Park West/Columbus Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1950
Year Built
76 years old
6
Floors
90
Residential Units
R7-1
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,449,800
Land Value: $652,050
Exemptions: $65,655

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

Lot Area: 23,000 SF
Building Area: 73,800 SF
Built FAR: 3.21
Allowed FAR: 3.44

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

This property has 5 bedrooms and 10 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 8,240 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1900, making it approximately 126 years old.

At the current list price of $9,750,000 for 8,240 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,183. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10422244
First Listed: 2/13/2017
Price Changed: 3/8/2017
Closed: 9/14/2018
Contract Date: 9/22/2016

Listing Courtesy of Nest Seekers International - Ryan Serhant

Listing Contact: (212) 252-8772

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