The Century, 25 Central Park West, Unit 5N - 3 Bed Apt for Sale for $4,650,000

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The Century, 25 Central Park West, #5N

$4,650,000 ($2,313 per ft²) | 3 beds, 2.5 baths | Approx. 2,010 ft²

Building Profile |

624 days on Market

Key Details

Listed: Mar 8, 2023

Days on Market: 624

Building Type: Condominium

Neighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

Listing viewed 967 times

Monthly Common Charges: $2,799

Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $3,169

Total Taxes & Fees: $5,968 ($2.97/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: $27,759

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $33,727 ($16.78/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($465,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

Full-Service Building: This full-service condominium offers an elegant lobby, landscaped courtyard, and three entrances. Building amenities include a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, concierge, handyman, laundry service, in-building storage, central AC, outdoor entertainment space, and bike room.
Pet-Friendly and Smoke-Free: The building is both smoke-free and pet-friendly, with electricity and gas included in the common charges. It's also in close proximity to local schools, playgrounds, and family activities, making it ideal for families.
Landmark Building: The apartment is housed in an Art Deco landmark building with a rich history and distinctive architecture. Its prime location and unique features make it a truly desirable property.
Prime Location: This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom apartment is located on Central Park West with direct park views. It's conveniently situated near Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Whole Foods Market, and multiple public transportation options.
Classic Elegance: The apartment boasts original plaster moldings, plaster walls, and Brazilian walnut floors, with high ceilings averaging 9.5 feet. The grand dining room and large living room, which can accommodate a baby grand piano, add to the property's charm.
Comfortable Living: The primary bedroom features park views, a dressing area, an en-suite bath, and two large closets. The second bedroom also has an en-suite windowed bathroom and two large closets, while the additional third bedroom can be used as a home office or nursery.

Description

GRAND CLASSIC SIX on Central Park West Gorgeous 2/3 bedroom grand classic six featuring direct Central Park above the tree-top views. This exceptional apartment is one of the few prewar condominiums on CPW of this size available. It has been extremely well-maintained by its present long-term owner and is in excellent condition which includes original plaster moldings, plaster walls and Brazilian walnut floors (one of the building’s signatures).

Ceiling heights vary but average 9.5 feet. An entry foyer opens into a spacious entrance gallery with separate powder room and closet; to the left of the entrance gallery is the 26 x 14 foot step-down living room with a sweeping view, at the perfect level, of Central Park. The room accommodates a baby grand piano, separate seating area with a bay window allowing East, North and South views, and the Central Park South iconic skyline. The primary bedroom is very large and has direct Park views, measuring approximately 32 feet in length which includes a dressing area and en-suite bath featuring a large tub and stall shower plus two large closets.

The West facing second bedroom also hosts an en-suite windowed bathroom and two large closets and is currently used as a den/library. The grand dining room is 20 x 12 feet which has a large window facing West over the building’s recently renovated central courtyard. Adjacent to the dining room is 21 x 7 windowed kitchen with washer/dryer, plus a separate entrance.

Even more: there’s a third bedroom/home office/nursery with an adjacent 1/2 bath. Electricity and gas are included in the common charges, as are (for an additional fee) cable TV and Wi-Fi. The Century is an Art Deco building with landmark status and a superior full-service condominium built in the early 1930s with an elegant lobby, landscaped courtyard & three full-service entrances.

The building is smoke free and pet friendly. It’s a prime Manhattan location across from Central Park, a block from Lincoln Center and convenient and easily accessible to Columbus Circle, a Whole Foods Market, The Museum of Arts and Design & multiple public transportation options brings NYC life to its fullest.

Listing courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate

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About The Century, 25 Central Park West

The Century, 25 Central Park West has received a CityRealty Rating of 85, 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

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Architectural Masterpiece 8 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

Good 3 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but Very Good 3 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Discrete 1 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

None 0 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Outstanding 5 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 30 blocks 3 out of 5 points

Views:

Dazzling 4 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Considerable 1 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Many 2 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:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:

Spacious 4 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Some 1 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes 1 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

Yes, but Small 1 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

Yes 1 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:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Prewar:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1931
410 Apartments
32 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 1987
Attended Lobby
Concierge
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Pre War
Resident Storage
Central AC
Garden
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Outdoor Entertainment Space
Bike Room
Landmarked

About this Building

Pros

One of few Central Park West buildings with retail uses
Across from Central Park
Good public transportation
Concierge
Doorman
Art Deco landmark
Close to Lincoln Center
Magnificent views
Prime location
Close to Subway

Cons

Many apartments
Considerable traffic
No sunroof

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