The St. Urban at 285 Central Park West #11E

Its love at first sight in this beautifully laid-out eight into seven room, 3-4 Bedroom at the St. Urban, CPW’s historic turn-of-the century cooperative with soaring beamed ceilings, bay windows, gorgeous oak parquet floors, and magnificent period architectural detail. Dramatic side park views and open city views through huge windows usher in light throughout the day. With its double-size living room and adjacent dining room, the entertaining space is extraordinary-including a 39-foot expanse and over 10-1/2’ceilings with outstanding side park views. The large, windowed, eat-in-kitchen is next to the 14×22′ dining room and adjacent to a guest room/office/TV room. There is a laundry area with washer/dryer. Overall the layout is elegant and exceptionally flexible: the three main bedrooms are nicely separated from the public rooms and there are two and a half baths (the powder room can be converted back to a full bath, as it was originally). This is a very special apartment.

The St. Urban is distinguished by its exuberant Beaux Arts architecture, mansard roof with copper lantern and iconic cupola. The unique Porte Cochere, in addition to being a beautiful architectural flourish, is a huge convenience for shareholders unloading their cars off the avenue. Designed in 1906 by Robert T. Lyons, 285 CPW has a 24-hour doorman, basketball court, well- equipped gym, laundry room, bike room, live-in resident manager, 13 stories and 56 apartments with only two apartments per landing. Pet friendly. First Showing April 1, 2014. CONTRACT SIGNED.