969 Park Avenue, Unit PHB
Description
With bright east and south exposures, the home is flooded with natural light throughout the day, creating an inviting and airy ambiance. The open and spacious living area features...Perched atop one of Park Avenue’s most distinguished pre-war cooperatives, Penthouse B at 969 Park Avenue is a masterclass in understated luxury and modern convenience. Completely gut-renovated by the current owner, this sun-drenched and serene residence offers a seamless blend of contemporary finishes and classic charm.
With bright east and south exposures, the home is flooded with natural light throughout the day, creating an inviting and airy ambiance. The open and spacious living area features four bright windows, high ceilings range from 9.5-10ft and is anchored by a stately wood-burning fireplace, offering the perfect setting for both relaxed evenings and sophisticated entertaining. Modern comforts include central air conditioning and an in-unit washer and dryer—rare features that enhance everyday living in this pre-war gem.
Tucked away in a quiet corner of the building, this penthouse provides a true sense of retreat while being conveniently located just across from the beautifully landscaped communal roof garden—an ideal extension of your living space for enjoying peaceful outdoor moments.
Originally built in 1921 and redesigned by Emery Roth in 1941, 969 Park Avenue is a full-service cooperative situated between 82nd and 83rd Street, only two blocks from Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the boutique shops and dining of Madison Avenue. The building offers a 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, fitness center, bike room, storage (waitlist), and a newly renovated roof garden. Pets and pied-à-terre ownership are permitted on a case-by-case basis, with 50% financing allowed. There is a 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser and an ongoing assessment of $623 per month.
This meticulously renovated penthouse is the perfect turnkey residence for those seeking refined living in the heart of the Upper East Side.
Listing Agents
![Brett Walsdorf]()
brett.walsdorf@compass.comP: (917)-742-3335
![Ian Slater]()
slater@compass.comP: (646)-645-8192
![Michael Koeneke]()
michael.koeneke@compass.comP: (858)-922-4308
![Carlin Smith]()
carlin.smith@compass.comP: (917)-753-7028
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Full-Time Doorman
- Common Roof Deck
- Gym
- Working Fireplace
- Crown Mouldings
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
Property Details for 969 Park Avenue, Unit PHB
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 228 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $3,948 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 50% |
| Total Rooms | 4.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1911 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
969 Park Ave
Location
Building Information for 969 Park Avenue, Unit PHB
Payment Calculator
$13,198 per month
30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest
$9,250
$0
$3,948
Property History for 969 Park Avenue, Unit PHB
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 04/28/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,995,000 |
| 01/14/2014 | — | |
| 01/14/2014 | $2,126,000 | |
| 09/03/2013 | $2,000,000 |
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Public Records for 969 Park Avenue, Unit PHB
Schools near 969 Park Avenue, Unit PHB
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 6 Lillie D Blake PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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