444 CENTRAL Park W #19B

If you are looking for direct Central Park views with abundant outdoor space, then you have found the right apartment. Apartment 19B, located at 444 Central Park West, is a rare find, not only in this full service cooperative building but on the Upper West Side. This corner, duplex residence (appx 2,000sf interior and 1,000 exterior) is a stunning two bedroom (possible three), two bathroom with powder room which has huge views from every room. To the East the view encompasses the full expanse of Central Park, to the North are views up to George Washington Bridge and beyond, and to the West is the Hudson River. The apartment was designed by the award winning architect, Edward I. Mills whose firm is internationally known for their innovative design. Upon arriving on the 19th floor, you enter a semi-private vestibule shared with only one other residence. Entering apartment 19B, you are welcomed into the foyer which flows into the expansive open living and dining areas featuring a step out terrace, huge windows and spectacular East and North views. Tucked by the window is a wonderful office alcove. A wood burning fireplace, beautiful hardwood floors and custom shelving/cabinetry complete this stunning space. The kitchen is open to an office/den with both North and West views. The renovated kitchen features a central island with seating, luxury appliances and a pantry. There is also a powder room on this level. Moving up the curved staircase, there are two generous bedrooms, both with en-suite bathrooms. The corner primary bedroom faces East and North and features a gas burning fireplace, two walk in closets, a windowed en-suite bath and steps out to the wrap around terrace. The 2nd bedroom also has a corner location with North and West views, and windowed en-suite bath and custom desk and shelving. The laundry is also located on this level. Continuing the windowed, curved staircase, one reaches the private corner roof terrace with exceptional 270 degree views. The apartment has an assessment of $1,724.34 per month until December 2024. The building was designed in 1929 by famed architects Boak & Paris. This well-run pre-war cooperative has a full-time door staff and a live-in super. The coop is pet-friendly and offers elevators, private storage and a bike room for residents. The building has recently finished a lovely common roof terrace. The building is located at 104th St and Central Park West and is convenient to the 103rd Street B and C subways and a few short blocks from the A/B/C and 1/2/3 subway lines at 96th Street.