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The Orwell House, 257 Central Park West, #9D

$2,200,000 | 3 beds, 2 baths
Building Profile  | 
85 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Aug 28, 2024
    Days on Market: 85
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
Monthly Maintenance: $3,713
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $9,485
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $13,198
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 35% ($770,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Location: Desirable Neighborhood
  • This spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom apartment is located in the highly sought-after Central Park West neighborhood, with convenient access to public transportation including the B/C subway lines and the M86 and M10 buses right outside.
  • The apartment boasts an excellent floor plan with open spaces for entertaining and private rooms for quiet time. It is filled with natural light from a wall of windows and has beautiful wood floors, charming built-ins, and plenty of closet space.
  • Kitchen: Renovated with Top-of-the-Line Appliances
  • The renovated, windowed kitchen comes with top-of-the-line appliances and granite countertops.
  • Primary Bedroom: Suite with Park View

Description

Welcome to the Orwell House where we are featuring Apartment 9D. This home is a three-bedroom/two-bathroom beauty that is move-in ready. There is nothing for you to do here. The floor plan is excellent providing both an open, grand feeling which is perfect for entertaining, or if privacy is preferred, there are several rooms to choose from.

The natural light is excellent with a wall of windows facing West 86th Street.

Enter the apartment into a gracious foyer. Drop your keys, your mail and enjoy the really cool feeling this home boasts. When our photographer walked in to shoot the home, he was immediately enamored, not knowing which way to begin his tour.

We like reactions like that, and this home does not disappoint.

To the left of the foyer (west) you will enter the living room, dining room and open, renovated, windowed kitchen complete with top-of-the-line finishes to include a Liebherr refrigerator, Viking stove/hood and plenty of granite counter-space. The second bedroom, marble bathroom, and washer/dryer are also located in this section of the home.
To the right of the foyer (east), is the third bedroom (owners use as a den), and the primary bedroom. This bedroom is a spacious suite with a private marble bathroom and work area complete with a view of Central Park.

Enjoy this sanctuary as you work from home or enjoy a good book. It is so peaceful.

Apartment 9D is unique and complete with plenty of closet space, thru-wall AC, beautiful wood floors, and many well-considered built-ins which add to the charm of this home.

The Orwell House was built in 1906 nearly 100 years ago.

The building is chock full of modern amenities that include a gorgeous lobby, 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, bike room, package room, central laundry and storage. The latest and greatest amenity addition is a new, landscaped roof deck soon to be available to shareholders. The gym has all the modern equipment one could want.

There is a parking garage, however, there are 11 spots and a long waitlist.

This building is pied-a-terre friendly, and pets are welcome. 75% financing is permitted. Transportation is right outside your door with the B/C subway lines and the M86 and M10 buses.

is Tuesday, September 3rd. All showings by appointment.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Northern Exposures
  • Washer/Dryer in apt.
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams NYC

Pricing History

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About The Orwell House, 257 Central Park West

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The Orwell House, 257 Central Park West has received a CityRealty Rating of 80, 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

25
Out of 44
+
31
Out of 36
+
15
Out of 39
+
9
=
80
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
Attractive 4 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 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 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 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:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 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:
Minimal but Attractive 2 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 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:
None 0 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:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Children's Playroom
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent

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Pros
  • Fine Central Park views
  • Bicycle room
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Several nice sidewalk cafes are nearby on Columbus Avenue
  • Large apartments
  • Attractive lobby
  • doorman
  • Pre-war construction
  • Large but handsome building
  • Very convenient public transportation
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • Considerable traffic
  • No sundeck
  • Not close to supermarket
  • No health club
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Subways

  1. B
  2. C
at Central Park West and 88th 0.07 miles
  1. 1
at Broadway 0.42 miles

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