$20,500,000
TEMPORARILY OFF-MARKET

AS OF ABOUT 14 MONTHS AGO

88 Central Park West #910NW in Lincoln Square

This exceptional 14-room residence encompasses two high floors in the fabulous Brentmore, which was completed in 1910 by the distinguished architectural firm of Schwartz and Gross. In the grand Beaux Art style of its time, 88 Central Park West's facade is constructed of limestone and beige brick with a distinctive open light court at its center. From the moment you enter the 20-foot gallery leading to the elegant 32-foot living room are dazzled by superb Central Park views from oversized windows. This is a magnificent room for entertaining. The gracious dining room with coffered ceilings, inlaid floors and French doors with glass transoms adjoins the well outfitted custom designed butler's pantry with a wet bar and extensive storage for fine china, crystal and silver. A library/den with oak built-ins and a powder room are well situated between the dining room and kitchen for the ultimate in comfort. Even the stunn... [more]

This exceptional 14-room residence encompasses two high floors in the fabulous Brentmore, which was completed in 1910 by the distinguished architectural firm of Schwartz and Gross. In the grand Beaux Art style of its time, 88 Central Park West's facade is constructed of limestone and beige brick with a distinctive open light court at its center. From the moment you enter the 20-foot gallery leading to the elegant 32-foot living room are dazzled by superb Central Park views from oversized windows. This is a magnificent room for entertaining. The gracious dining room with coffered ceilings, inlaid floors and French doors with glass transoms adjoins the well outfitted custom designed butler's pantry with a wet bar and extensive storage for fine china, crystal and silver. A library/den with oak built-ins and a powder room are well situated between the dining room and kitchen for the ultimate in comfort. Even the stunning custom kitchen and breakfast room enjoy sundrenched park vistas. The recent restoration has respected the period details adding central air conditioning and a state of the art sound system on this floor. Soaring 10'5" foot ceilings add volume and drama throughout the home. As you walk up the original staircase to the upper floor, there is a smartly designed corner master bedroom facing Central Park with 2 walk in closets and an attractive master bathroom. Proceeding down the hallway there are 5 additional bedrooms, informal living room with a coffered ceiling, casual dining room, fully renovated kitchen and gym. There are 4 full bathrooms with the possibility to create more. The exposures are outstanding from the West facing windows. This legendary building with only 33 residences is home to many of Manhattan's cultural elite and is the ultimate Central Park West address.