Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
225 Central Park W #523
Closed For Sale Co-op

$885,000

225 Central Park W #523

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10961102

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,713/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Views: Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 16
View Park Greenbelt
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1926
Parking Garage Available
Parking Features Garage
Structure Type MultiFamily
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1196-0029-00225-000-0000523
Block/Lot 01196/0029

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 23, 2024 $885,000 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $885,000 -

Description

Central Park at your front door! This lovely one-bedroom home at the Alden has side views of Central Park. The living room and bedroom are sunny and bright with south-facing oversized windows. The kitchen has a gas stove, dishwasher, a granite countertop, a deep sink, and good storage space. You'll find an abundance of storage with 3 large closets including 2 walk-in closets and additional storage is available to purchase. The spacious rooms have high 9' beamed ceilings and beautiful hardwood floors. A washer/dryer is allowed with board approval. The Alden is a well-run co-op with strong financials and no flip tax. Pieds-a-terre allowed case-by-case and pets are welcome. The Alden, designed by the renowned architect Emery Roth, is one of New York City's premier full-service co-ops with a doorman, 24-hour concierge, resident superintendent, and on-site management. You will enjoy panoramic views of Central Park, the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir, and stunning sunsets over the city from the beautifully planted and furnished roof deck on the 17th floor. There is parking garage access from within the building, 5 elevators, a bicycle room, and a large laundry room with a lending library. This well-run co-op has strong financials and no flip tax. Pet friendly and your choice of Verizon Fios or Time Warner service. Located in a highly desired Upper West Side neighborhood, close to the Natural History and the Met Museums and a wonderful array of restaurants and shopping, you have easy access to the B/C subway, the cross-town Express bus, and Citi Bike on the next block. One of New York's best Greenmarkets is held every Sunday just 2 blocks away next to the Museum of Natural History.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Granite Counters High Ceilings Walk In Closets Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood

Appliances

Dishwasher Gas Cooktop Stainless Steel Appliances

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 234
Stories 16
Structure MultiFamily

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,713/mo
Sale Price $885,000

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

582

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,565

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

31

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

78

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/1/26, 12:00 PM EST

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Location

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225 Central Park W #523, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
6
Floors
58
Residential Units
R8A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $3,937,950
Land Value: $405,000
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 12,500 SF
Building Area: 53,098 SF
Built FAR: 4.25
Allowed FAR: 6.02

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 $1,713 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 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1926, making it approximately 100 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. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. 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: RLS10961102
First Listed: 2/22/2024
On Market: 2/23/2024
Closed: 7/30/2024
Contract Date: 1/25/2024

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Jannette Patterson

Listing Contact: (917) 828-5496

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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