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The Hampshire House, 150 Central Park South, #2401

Listing no longer available on CityRealty as of Jun 10, 2024
It previously was on the market for a total of 145 days.
Last Sold on Jun 30, 2015 for $12,000,000
3 beds, 2.5 baths | Approx. 3,430 ft2
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  • Buyers
  • Alfred Engelberg
  • Gail Engelberg
  • Sellers
  • Belinda B. Gilbert, As Trustee
  • 1999 Gilbert Revocable Trust U/a/d November 22
  • Richard S. Gilbert, As Trustee
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5 apartments are currently available in this building.
145 days on Market

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Key Details

  • Listed: Jan 17, 2024
    Days on Market: 145
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Midtown West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 220 times
Monthly Maintenance: $12,758 ($3.72/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: -
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $12,758 ($3.72/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 100% ($12,500,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Central Park Splendor, Views and Luxury at 150 Central Park South, Apartment 2401

Opened in 1937, the legendary and glamorous Hampshire House is an unparalleled building for many reasons.Some of the celebrity guests that stayed short and long term include Lucille Ball, Ingrid Bergman, Freda Kahlo, Art Garfunkel, Greta Garbo, Marilyn Monroe, Frank Sinatra and Luciano Pavarotti, to name a few. Just steps away from the entrance to Central Park, you are surrounded by the finest shopping, restaurants and transportation one could desire in this Prime location.ThisiconicPre-War, self-managed CO-OP is a mix of Regency and Art Deco Style that rises 36 stories in a series of setbacks topped by a giant pyramid copper roof. Monthly Maintenance Includes all utilities, basic cable, safe deposit boxes, Live-In General Manager, 24 hour Maintenance Staff, a building voice mail system on house phones, wake up calls and monthly window washing.

A 24 Hour attended Lobby, with a Concierge and Front Desk staff, a Bell Captain and the ability for owners to Cash Personal Checks up to $200 per day. There is a fully equipped gym, laundry room and state of the art building security system. Additional Amenities for a fee include daily housekeeping and laundry service as well as house car use within Manhattan.

This reasonable and prestigious co-op building allows rentals after two years of ownership as well as purchases by Trusts, LLC’s and Foreign Nationals.

This luxurious Central Park-facing home in NYC offers breathtaking views of the iconic park as well as Eastern and Southern city views, Combining elegance with spacious interiors, live and entertain gracefully in this grand home. The striking double door entry off the private landing leads into a gracious gallery with beautifully designed ceilings that opens into a grand 16’7 x 28’1" corner living room surrounded by captivating Central Park views with three oversized windows, pristine hand laid herringbone flooring and architectural moldings. Adjacent to the LR is a voluminous library with park views which highlight an impressive mirrored wet bar and custom built-in glass shelving.

These two rooms combined have almost 44 Feet of park frontage. The windowed eat-in-kitchen features an abundance of storage, terracotta flooring, top of the line appliances including a Traulsen refrigerator/freezer known for its gold standard performance, vented Viking six burner gas range, Miele dishwasher and double warming drawers. While sitting at your kitchen table in the morning, savor the Eastern light and views of Turtle Pond on 59th Street in Central Park.

Adjacent to the kitchen is a sizable 14’2" x 18’6" formal dining room with eastern exposures. A grand south facing primary suite features two separate generously sized home offices each with custom shelving, storage, and bathroom. One has a well laid out dressing room while the other has generous closet space.

Additionally, this grand residence has a service entrance accessed thru the utility room (which includes laundry and storage, and can also can be accessed from the gallery). The current floor-plan can be reconfigured to create a park facing primary bedroom (where the current library and utility room are) and a new South facing library flanked by en-suite bedrooms (where the current primary suite is). 3% Flip Tax paid by buyer.

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About The Hampshire House, 150 Central Park South

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The Hampshire House, 150 Central Park South has received a CityRealty Rating of 87, 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

29
Out of 44
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33
Out of 36
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16
Out of 39
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9
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87
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Architectural Masterpiece 8 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 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:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 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:
No 0 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:
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:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:
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:
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:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Central AC
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Mail Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Valet Services
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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