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SOLD FOR $8,000,000

· Closed May 22, 2023

279 CENTRAL Park W #8/9A
Closed For Sale Condo

$8,000,000

279 CENTRAL Park W #8/9A

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10849234

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

5

Bedrooms

4

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1990

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1990
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $5,520/mo
Property Taxes $68,520/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East facing

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 9
Baths 4 Full
Exposure East
Pets Yes
Cross Street WEST 88 STREET and WEST 89 STREET
Year Built 1990

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 15, 2023 $8,500,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $8,000,000 -5.9%

Description

Welcome to 279 Central Park West, a full-service luxury condominium located in the heart of the Upper West Side having breathtaking Central Park, Reservoir and Manhattan's City Skyline views. Residence 8/9A is a beautiful duplex offering a gracious use of space, privacy, and elegant detailing throughout. It measures just over 3,000 sq ft with a total of 5 private, generously sized, well-proportioned bedrooms: 4 bedrooms are positioned on the 9th floor with 3 full bathrooms and one bedroom with ensuite full bath on the 8th floor including a guest powder room conveniently located in the entrance gallery.

The moment you enter residence 8/9, you step into a gracious foyer gallery entrance which shares an impressive floating spiral staircase. This gallery entrance leads into an expansive grand living room which showcases jaw-dropping East facing views of Central Park and the East Side of town. The apartment features floor to ceiling picture windows with spectacular convergence of light, space, with ceiling heights just under 9 ft., central air conditioning, Brazilian herringbone hardwood floors throughout, an abundance of closets and storage space including a walk-in coat closet. The apartment boosts an incredible flow that is conducive to any easy lifestyle of living and entertaining. Alongside the living room is a separated spacious library with glass inset doors and if desired could be easily transformed into a 6th bedroom.

The placement of the living room, dining room, and library orchestrates a broad sweeping space including a beautifully proportioned dining room with park views. The kitchen offers an abundance of custom-built wood paneled cabinetry and storage outfitted with top-of-the-line Miele appliances, including a built-in espresso machine, an induction cooktop and oven, convection microwave oven, sub-zero refrigerator, dishwasher. and a large washer and dryer.

279 Central Park West is one of several condominiums located on the prime stretch of Central Park West. This building was erected in 1988 by Costas Kondylis, comprising 20-stories and only 36 apartments. The building services and amenities include 24-7 full-time doorman, a concierge, a live-in resident manager, a private storage room, an indoor-outdoor playroom, a fitness room, common laundry room, and bike room. 2.5% flip tax paid by buyer. This luxury condominium is impeccably maintained throughout and is ideally located on Central Park West's Gold Coast. It is the ideal residence for an exclusive lifestyle in an unparalleled location.

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $5,520/mo
RE Taxes $68,520/yr ($5,710/mo)
Original Price $8,500,000
Sale Price $8,000,000
Previous Price $8,500,000

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

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,471

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

79

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 12:58 PM EST

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Location

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279 CENTRAL Park W #8/9A, Upper West Side, New York County • Near WEST 88 STREET and WEST 89 STREET

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1990
Year Built
36 years old
23
Floors
36
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Condominiums Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $22,772,420
Land Value: $3,681,899
Exemptions: $4,100,487

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

Lot Area: 7,550 SF
Building Area: 112,854 SF
Built FAR: 14.95
Allowed FAR: 10

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 common charges are $5,520 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $68,520, or roughly $5,710 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1990, making it approximately 36 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

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: RLS10849234
First Listed: 2/15/2023
Price Changed: 5/22/2023
Closed: 5/22/2023
Contract Date: 2/15/2023

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Suzan Kremer

Listing Contact: (917) 282-4800

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