40 West 77th Street, Unit 8C
Description
Enjoy daydreaming? You will never get tired of gazing out of your living room and bedroom windows at the spectacular view of iconic buildings such as the San Remo, the Dakota, the Majestic, stunning modern high rises on Billionaire's Row, and rooftop gardens of land-marked brownstones. Directly across the street from this prewar gem is the Museum of Natural History and 1/2 block away is Central Park.
Apt. 8C has a lovely flow with a large kitchen including a small...Open Houses are BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
Enjoy daydreaming? You will never get tired of gazing out of your living room and bedroom windows at the spectacular view of iconic buildings such as the San Remo, the Dakota, the Majestic, stunning modern high rises on Billionaire's Row, and rooftop gardens of land-marked brownstones. Directly across the street from this prewar gem is the Museum of Natural History and 1/2 block away is Central Park.
Apt. 8C has a lovely flow with a large kitchen including a small eating nook/desk area, leading into a vestibule separating the entrance from the spacious dining area and large living room.
The windowed Kitchen is fully equipped with high quality stainless steel appliances, an abundance of cabinets and an all purpose closet just outside the kitchen. The large bedroom accommodates a king-sized bed, bed tables and a large built-in closet with storage drawers in addition to another large separate closet.
40 W. 77 was designed in 1928 by architect JM Felson in the Neo-Renaissance style.
This building has a beautifully restored lobby, a bike room ($8/month) and central laundry with an excellent full-time—24 hour staff and a live-in superintendent. Situated mid-block between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue, in this prime historic district (often called Museum Block) adorned with historic architecture this potential home has everything an adoring New York dweller would want. Located across the street you'll find the bucolic campus, the Teddy Roosevelt Park, with the American Museum of Natural History, The Gilder Center for Science, Education, and Innovation and The Hayden Planetarium, and 1/2 block away The New-York Historical Society and Central Park, the most beautiful, varied and interesting park you will ever have the pleasure to visit. The envy of the city, 40 W. 77th is one of the few buildings having the best location to beat the crowds to watch the blowing up of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons. In the surroundings you will find dozens of restaurants with just about every type of cuisine and fine dining you could ask for, grocery shopping and unique gift shops. For convenience you have all forms of transportation with the B & C subway at the corner, #1 subway @79th and Broadway, multiple bus lines and the tourists' favorite: horse drawn carriages.
The apartment is available Unfurnished or tastefully fully Furnished. If furnished, all you need to bring is your toothbrush and a king-sized mattress.
Pets allowed on a case by case basis. (Only one small dog —NO CATS.)
This building allows subletting up to five years with an annual board approval required. Owner prefers that the apartment be rented at least 3 years.
Wi-fi and gas included. Tenants pays for electricity.
Required: Completion and submission of rental application to be approved by the Management and Board of Directors.
SHOWINGS BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Agents: CYOF
Listing Agent
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Marsha Andrews
Listing Agent
P: (917)-371-8416
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Built-Ins
- High Ceilings
- Elevator
- Laundry in Building
- Air Conditioning
- Southern Exposure
- Eastern Exposure
- Bike Room
- Storage Available
- Midrise
- Highrise
Property Details for 40 West 77th Street, Unit 8C
| Status | Rented |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 12 |
| Pet Policy | Allowed |
| Rental Incentives | No Fee |
| Costs & Fees | - |
| Available Date | 04/23/2025 |
| Lease Term | Lease Length Min/Max: 12-12 mo |
| Furnished | - |
| Total Rooms | 3.0 |
| Property Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1928 |
| County | New York County |
Building
40 W 77th St
Location
Building Information for 40 West 77th Street, Unit 8C
Property History for 40 West 77th Street, Unit 8C
| Date | Event & Source | Price | Appreciation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2025 | Rented Manual | — | |
| May 7, 2025 | Application Pending Manual | — | |
| Apr 24, 2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,700 | — |
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 06/28/2025 | Rented Manual | — |
| 05/07/2025 | Application Pending Manual | — |
| 04/24/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,700 |
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Schools near 40 West 77th Street, Unit 8C
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 87 William Sherman PublicPK to 5 | ||
Frederick Douglass Academy II Secondary School Public6 to 12 | ||
Edward A Reynolds West Side High School Public9 to 12 |
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