257 Central Park West, Unit 5H
Description
Designed in 1906 by Mulliken & Moeller, The Orwell House is a white-glove, full-service cooperative spanning twelve floors. Residents are welcomed by 24-hour doormen and concierge, a live-in...Welcome to The Orwell House - a landmark prewar cooperative directly across from Central Park, on the southwest corner of 86th Street and Central Park West. This alcove studio is in fantastic condition, with central HVAC, hardwood floors, a separate sleeping alcove, a renovated large bathroom, and tall ceilings.
Designed in 1906 by Mulliken & Moeller, The Orwell House is a white-glove, full-service cooperative spanning twelve floors. Residents are welcomed by 24-hour doormen and concierge, a live-in superintendent, and a full building staff. Amenities include a fitness center, central laundry, bike room, and private storage. The crown jewel is the building's fully furnished rooftop deck - among the most spectacular in Manhattan - with unobstructed views over Central Park, the Onassis Reservoir, and the skyline beyond.
The location is unmatched. Central Park is your front yard, with the Reservoir running path, the Great Lawn, and Shakespeare Garden moments from your door. The B and C subway lines and the M86 crosstown bus are right at the corner - putting the Met, the Guggenheim, and the Upper East Side minutes away. The Museum of Natural History is four blocks south; Zabar's, Whole Foods, and Citarella are all within an easy walk.
Pets and pied-à-terres are welcome. The building permits financing up to 75% of the purchase price.
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Listing Agents
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Amenities
- Loft Style
- Full-Time Doorman
- Common Roof Deck
- Gym
- Nursery Room
- Resident's Lounge
- Hardwood Floors
- High Ceilings
- Oversized Windows
- Elevator
- Laundry in Building
- Air Conditioning
- Renovated Bath
- Breakfast Bar
- Recessed Lighting
- Bike Room
- Private Storage Included
- Common Storage
- Garage
- Soaking Tub
- Central Heating
- Laundry Room
- Full-Time Concierge
- Laundry in Every Unit
- Highrise
Property Details for 257 Central Park West, Unit 5H
| Status | Active |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 6 |
| Pet Policy | Allowed |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $1,314 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 25% |
| Total Rooms | 2.0 |
| Property Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1906 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Building
The Orwell House
Location
Building Information for 257 Central Park West, Unit 5H
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$3,346 per month
30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest
$2,032
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1Property History for 257 Central Park West, Unit 5H
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2026 | $499,000 | |
| 05/27/2026 | Listed (Active) Manual | $435,000 |
| 03/02/2026 | $499,000 | |
| 10/06/2025 | $499,000 | |
| 09/25/2025 | $455,000 | |
| 08/29/2025 | $455,000 | |
| 07/05/2025 | $455,000 | |
| 12/28/2024 | $485,000 | |
| 12/02/2024 | $485,000 | |
| 08/27/2024 | $485,000 | |
| 12/15/2016 | Sold RealPlus #a4a18ac1540f8011c66fa62ad5452ab9afc180e4 | $355,000 |
| 12/15/2016 | $355,000 +6.7% / yr | |
| 08/25/2016 | Contract Signed RealPlus #a4a18ac1540f8011c66fa62ad5452ab9afc180e4 | $360,000 |
| 07/29/2016 | Price Change RealPlus #a4a18ac1540f8011c66fa62ad5452ab9afc180e4 | $360,000 |
| 06/20/2016 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #a4a18ac1540f8011c66fa62ad5452ab9afc180e4 | $399,000 |
| 11/02/2011 | $255,000 |
For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 257 Central Park West, Unit 5H
Schools near 257 Central Park West, Unit 5H
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 5 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
| Public - | 9 to 12 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
PS 84 Lillian Weber PublicPK to 5 | ||
Ms 243 Center School Public5 to 8 | ||
Frank McCourt High School Public9 to 12 | ||
Urban Assembly School for Green Careers Public9 to 12 |
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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