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ARO at 242 West 53rd St. #PH65A

Located at ARO 242 West 53rd Street, #Ph65a, Manhattan, NY Midtown, All Midtown
This unit is not currently listed on StreetEasy Other units available in this building: 3 active rental listings
4 beds, 5+ baths, 3,603 ft²

One-of-a-kind 4/5 Bedroom, 5.5 bathroom 3,600 SF Penthouse with 4 private terraces on the 65th floor of the Aro. Soar in the skies with the gorgeous panoramic city, river and central park views that this rare jewel of a rental residence provides.

One-of-a-kind 4/5 Bedroom, 5.5 bathroom 3,600 SF Penthouse with 4 private terraces on the 65th floor of the Aro. Soar in the skies with the gorgeous panoramic city, river and central park views that this rare jewel of a rental residence provides.

A sprawling living room with 20 double-height ceilings is grounded by wide plank oak flooring nearly 700 feet above Manhattan. The floor-to-ceiling windows that greet you immediately boast southern and western exposures and the most breathtaking sunsets. An expansive terrace running the length of the living room is the perfect place to unwind with a glass of wine and entertain.

The custom kitchen situated off the living room illuminates a natural modern aesthetic with custom countertops, oversized glass tile backsplashes and matching white glass cabinetry. A premium appliance package including Miele Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Glass Cooktop, Convection Oven, Island Ventilation Hood, and private Wine Storage delivers an unmatched culinary experience.

Fluid lines and soft curves define a master suite that brings yet another stunning view from its private terrace: voyage up the Hudson River as far as the eye can see with a Central Park backdrop. The elegant five-fixture master bathroom brings honed Carrara marble floors, custom Dolomiti marble wall tile, and a floating white vanity, mirror and medicine cabinet with overhead lighting. Cantrio sinks with Hansgrohe fixtures accentuate the free-standing Epaiser Bathtub for a truly luxurious accommodation.

Each of the additional three bedrooms features an en-suite bathrooms and open northern views toward the park. Versatile layouts and ample closet space in each room provide you with a myriad of options of how to curate your space to suit your lifestyle. Tucked away towards the back of the apartment sits a full service laundry room, complete with Bosch washing machine, dryer and a laundry sink with storage.

Venture upstairs from the center of your home to spread out in a media room flanked by two more dazzling terraces. The media room provides the ultimate cinematic experience with a beautiful skyline backdrop, a full wet bar and a private full bathroom for guests.

Rising over 60 stories above the urban vibrancy of Midtown West, the interior of your residence reflects the vistas embraced by the fluid curves of the buildings award-winning design and your own private terrace. CetraRuddys sculptural cantilevered architecture has re-imagined the classic skyscraper for our era and beyond.

Inside of AROs white metal lattice shell and glass form are more than 40,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor amenities to enhance residents lifestyles and make time spent at home curated and convenient. Reinventing luxury living, ARO provides residents with resources as close to hand as possible. Avail yourself of the full concierge services as well as 24/7 doormen and attended parking; relax, host or work in one of the buildings three distinct lounges, get a move on in the indoor pool, game room, childrens playroom, simulated golf course, basketball court, and fitness center with yoga room, and entertain guests in the epicurean chefs kitchen with private dining room and landscaped terraces. Included is a membership to the incomparable Aro Sky Club, an intimate lounge with a rooftop pool located at the pinnacle of Aro, overlooking the entire city.


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About the Building

ARO 242 West 53rd Street  NEW YORK, NY 10019

Rental Building in Midtown

  • 426 Units
  • 62 Stories
  • 2018 Built

Rentals listings: 3 active and 603 previous
Documents and Permits: 22 documents

Unit History

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  • 1 at 50th St

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  • N Q R W at 57th St

    0.15 miles

  • A C B D 1 at 59th St-Columbus Circle

    0.2 miles

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Schools

District 2 - Schools zoned for this address:
M.S. 297

(06,07,08,SE)

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