Sold on 11/22/2025 for $3,990,000
279 CENTRAL Park W #5B
MLS® #RLS11033344
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
3
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
2,215
Sq. Ft.
1990
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,South facing
- Climate Control: Central Air
Property Details
Description
Spectacular Central Park and Reservoir views in this oversized 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bathroom condo with gym!
Available for the first time in thirty years, this fabulous, over 2200 sqft home boasts Park views and light from EVERY room.
Step into a formal entry gallery, which leads to the stunning, corner great room. With oversized bay windows, you can take in the direct Central Park views to the east and Park and Manhattan skyline views to the south. The large chef's kitchen provides plenty of storage space and direct access to the dining area in the great room.
Privately tucked away from the living space, the spacious, south-facing primary bedroom features an oversized walk-in closet and a very large en-suite bathroom with a separate shower and soaking tub.
Both of the secondary bedrooms are sun-filled from their south-facing bay windows, boast good storage space, and have en-suite bathrooms.
Additional features of the apartment include a laundry room with an attached bathroom, central AC, and excellent storage space throughout.
279 Central Park West is a distinguished boutique condominium overlooking the southern end of the Central Park Reservoir. Designed by renowned architect Costas Kondylis, the building offers fantastic amenities, including 24-hour door attendants and concierge service, a fitness room and indoor and outdoor play areas on the 5th floor, private storage, and bike storage. Ideally situated in the tranquil Upper West Side, this residence is near the American Museum of Natural History, major subway lines, acclaimed restaurants, gourmet food markets, and boutique shops, with Central Park in your backyard.
There is a 2.5% capital reserve contribution payable by the purchaser.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
460
Median Asking Price
$1.88M
Median $/Sqft
$1,604
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
22
Price Reduced
29%
Sold (30 Days)
78
Median Sale Price
$1.48M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/2/26, 8:34 PM EST
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Location
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