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The Parc Vendome, 353 West 56th Street, #PHA

$3,650,000 ($1,880 per ft2) -8.8% | 3 beds, 3 baths | Approx. 1,941 ft2
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295 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Jul 19, 2023
    Last Price Change: -8.8% ($350,000) on Oct 25
    Days on Market: 295
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Midtown West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 328 times
Monthly Common Charges: $3,110
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $2,756
Total Taxes & Fees: $5,866 ($3.02/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $20,019
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $25,885 ($13.34/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($730,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location: Located in the heart of Midtown West, this apartment is close to Central Park, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theatres, Columbus Circle and The Time Warner Center, offering easy access to upscale shopping, Michelin-Star restaurants, and public transportation.
  • Spacious and Elegant Interior: The apartment boasts 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, ten foot ceilings, an open-flow design of the dining room, kitchen, and living room, and a wraparound terrace with triple exposures of the NYC Skyline. The primary bedroom features an en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet, and expansive unobstructed south and west exposures.
  • Versatile Space: The third bedroom can also serve as a den, office, or guest room, offering flexibility based on the resident's needs.
  • Building Amenities: The building offers a range of amenities including an attended lobby, resident storage, garden, rooftop terrace, party room, lounge, fitness center, outdoor entertainment space, courtyard, laundry room, bike room, live-in superintendent, and terraces/balconies.
  • Full-Time Doorman and Security: The building provides a full-time doorman and security, ensuring residents' safety and convenience.
  • Financial Details: The apartment is listed for $3,650,000 with monthly common charges of $2,901 and real estate taxes of $2,756. The total taxes and fees amount to $5,657.

Description

Welcome to The Parc Vendome, the elegant Pre-War condominium at 353 West 56 Street. The building is widely known for its rich history, award-winning English gardens and fountain, white glove service and exceptional amenities. This extraordinary 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom penthouse has been the New York hub for world famous conductor/composer Leonard Bernstein’s family since 1996.

Boasting glorious ten foot ceilings and a wraparound terrace with triple exposures of the New York City Skyline to the North, West and South, this apartment has a classic ambiance -- a unique combination of informal elegance, warmth, and an easy, inviting grace.

As you enter the foyer of PHA you are drawn to the natural light streaming into the bookshelf-lined gallery. From there you take in the open-flow design of the dining room, kitchen and elegant 26’x17’ living room with its wood-burning fire place and unobstructed North and West views. Casement windows run the length of the apartment as well as several paned doors providing access to the enormous 817 sqft terrace from three different rooms.

With its European charm and spectacular views, Penthouse A is a dream for entertaining.

The primary bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, walk-in closet and expansive unobstructed south and west exposures, opens onto a southern-facing terrace. The magnificent views, make it a perfect oasis for a morning coffee while taking in all of Downtown. The wraparound terrace connects the primary, light-filled, southern-facing secondary bedroom, which also has an en-suite bathroom.

The third bedroom, with its own full bath, can also serve as a den, office or guest room. The beautiful natural light and large, well-proportioned rooms make this apartment truly special.

Built in 1931 ,The Parc Vendome at 353 West 56th Street is perfectly located near Central Park, Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall, Broadway theatres, Columbus Circle and The Time Warner Center. The neighborhood hosts Michelin-Star restaurants, upscale shopping and easy access to public transportation.

Amenities include Full-Time Door Person, Formal Gardens, Roof Deck, Billiards Room, Music Room, Banquet Room, and full time security, as well as storage, and laundry.

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Listing courtesy of Corcoran Group

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About The Parc Vendome, 353 West 56th Street

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The Parc Vendome, 353 West 56th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 75, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

27
Out of 44
+
26
Out of 36
+
14
Out of 39
+
8
=
75
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
Present 1 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
Yes 1 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Attractive / Pleasant 3 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
None 0 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
Substantial 2 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
None 0 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1983
  • Attended Lobby
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Garden
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Party Room
  • Lounge
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Courtyard
  • Laundry Room
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Part of very handsome four-building complex
  • Fitness center
  • Pre-war
  • Close to Central Park
  • Close to Whole Foods at Time Warner Center
  • Very good public transportation
  • Canopied entrance
  • Doorman
  • Attractive apartment layouts
  • Very large formal communal garden
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • Large complex
  • No garage
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Subways

  1. 1
  2. B
  3. D
  4. A
  5. C
at Columbus Circle 0.21 miles
  1. N
  2. Q
  3. R
at 7th Ave 0.32 miles
  1. E
at 8th Ave and 51st 0.33 miles
  1. F
at 6th Ave 0.49 miles

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