Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
257 Central Park W #5H
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Active For Sale Co-op

$435,000

257 Central Park W #5H

Upper West Side, Manhattan

The Orwell House

MLS® #RLS20091440

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

Open House Scheduled

Sunday, May 31 • 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

REBNY 2025: signed Buyer Representation Agreement required before any showing.

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1906

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1906
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,314/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Climate Control: Other
  • Character: Pre-war building (1906)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 12
Heating Central
Cooling Other
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1906
Parking Features Garage
Structure Type MultiFamily
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1199-0036-00257-000-000005H
Block/Lot 01199/0036

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 27, 2026 $435,000 -
Currently May 27, 2026 $435,000 -

Description

Welcome to The Orwell House - a landmark prewar cooperative directly across from Central Park, on the southwest corner of 86th Street and Central Park West. This alcove studio is in fantastic condition, with central HVAC, hardwood floors, a separate sleeping alcove, a renovated large bathroom, and tall ceilings. Designed in 1906 by Mulliken & Moeller, The Orwell House is a white-glove, full-service cooperative spanning twelve floors. Residents are welcomed by 24-hour doormen and concierge, a live-in superintendent, and a full building staff. Amenities include a fitness center, central laundry, bike room, and private storage. The crown jewel is the building's fully furnished rooftop deck - among the most spectacular in Manhattan - with unobstructed views over Central Park, the Onassis Reservoir, and the skyline beyond. The location is unmatched. Central Park is your front yard, with the Reservoir running path, the Great Lawn, and Shakespeare Garden moments from your door. The B and C subway lines and the M86 crosstown bus are right at the corner - putting the Met, the Guggenheim, and the Upper East Side minutes away. The Museum of Natural History is four blocks south; Zabar's, Whole Foods, and Citarella are all within an easy walk. Pets and pied-à-terres are welcome. The building permits financing up to 75% of the purchase price. Have it all on Central Park West. Schedule a private showing.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar High Ceilings Recessed Lighting Soaking Tub Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area Laundry Room In Unit Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Amenities

Bike Storage Common Lounge Elevators Fitness Center

Building Information

Building The Orwell House
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 69
Stories 12
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,314/mo

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

579

Median Asking Price

$1.37M

Median $/Sqft

$1,502

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

42

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/27/26, 12:55 PM EST

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Location

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257 Central Park W #5H, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

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 $1,314 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 0 bedrooms 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: Dogs and Cats: No more than two dogs or two cats or one dog and one cat are permitted in any apartment at any time. Shareholders who have more than two dogs or cats as of September 4, 2008 are not required to remove their extra pets, but may not replace said extra pets if doing so results in their still having more than two pets.. 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: RLS20091440
First Listed: 5/14/2026
On Market: 5/27/2026
Contract Date: 3/27/2026

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Matthew Scott Lerner

Listing Contact: (518) 242-9498

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