PENDING
$1M PRICE DROP
279 Central Park W Unit 5B New York, NY 10024
Upper West Side NeighborhoodEstimated payment $29,431/month
Total Views
7,351
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,215
Sq Ft
$1,801
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Concierge
- 1-minute walk to 86 Street (A,B,C Line)
- Central Air
- P.S. 84 Lillian Weber Rated A
- Children's Playroom
- 3-minute walk to W 87th Street Park & Garden
About This Home
Spectacular Central Park and Reservoir views in this oversized 3 bedroom, 3 and a half bathroom condo with gym!
Available for the first time in thirty years, this fabulous, over 2200 sqft home boasts Park views and light from EVERY room.
Step into a formal entry gallery, which leads to the stunning, corner great room. With oversized bay windows, you can take in the direct Central Park views to the east and Park and Manhattan skyline views to the south. The large chef's kitchen provides plenty of storage space and direct access to the dining area in the great room.
Privately tucked away from the living space, the spacious, south-facing primary bedroom features an oversized walk-in closet and a very large en-suite bathroom with a separate shower and soaking tub.
Both of the secondary bedrooms are sun-filled from their south-facing bay windows, boast good storage space, and have en-suite bathrooms.
Additional features of the apartment include a laundry room with an attached bathroom, central AC, and excellent storage space throughout.
279 Central Park West is a distinguished boutique condominium overlooking the southern end of the Central Park Reservoir. Designed by renowned architect Costas Kondylis, the building offers fantastic amenities, including 24-hour door attendants and concierge service, a fitness room and indoor and outdoor play areas on the 5th floor, private storage, and bike storage. Ideally situated in the tranquil Upper West Side, this residence is near the American Museum of Natural History, major subway lines, acclaimed restaurants, gourmet food markets, and boutique shops, with Central Park in your backyard.
There is a 2.5% capital reserve contribution payable by the purchaser.
Listing Agent
Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC License #30LI0869919 Listed on: 02/07/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $34,034
Year Built
- Built in 1990
HOA Fees
- $4,749 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- 2,215 Sq Ft Home
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Additional Features
- Laundry in unit
- Central Air
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 1018 / 01202
Community Details
Overview
- 36 Units
- High-Rise Condominium
- Upper West Side Subdivision
- 23-Story Property
Amenities
- Concierge
- Children's Playroom
Map
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $34,034 | $276,195 | $51,309 | $224,886 |
| 2024 | $34,034 | $274,551 | $51,309 | $223,242 |
| 2023 | $26,922 | $268,342 | $51,309 | $217,033 |
| 2022 | $26,147 | $262,121 | $51,309 | $210,812 |
| 2021 | $32,913 | $270,766 | $51,309 | $219,457 |
| 2020 | $29,100 | $299,772 | $51,309 | $248,463 |
| 2019 | $27,744 | $293,031 | $51,309 | $241,722 |
| 2018 | $32,442 | $295,659 | $51,309 | $244,350 |
| 2017 | $30,971 | $299,615 | $51,309 | $248,306 |
| 2016 | $29,056 | $255,192 | $51,309 | $203,883 |
| 2015 | -- | $230,068 | $51,309 | $178,759 |
| 2014 | -- | $224,094 | $51,309 | $172,785 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2025 07/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Price Changed | $3,990,000 | -11.3% | $1,801 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | For Sale | $4,500,000 | 0.0% | $2,032 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2025 05/05/25 | Off Market | $4,500,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/11/2025 03/11/25 | Price Changed | $4,500,000 | -9.8% | $2,032 / Sq Ft |
| 02/07/2025 02/07/25 | For Sale | $4,990,000 | -- | $2,253 / Sq Ft |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Sale Deed | $1,800,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,440,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $750,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in New York, NY
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS11033344
APN: 1202-1018
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
This information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2025 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., All rights reserved.
RLS Data display by Homes.com LLC
Nearby Homes
- 285 Central Park W Unit 5S
- 61 W 88th St Unit 1F
- 13 W 89th St
- 271 Central Park W Unit 1D
- 18 W 90th St Unit D
- 24 W 90th St Unit A
- 59 W 87th St Unit 4
- 4 W 90th St
- 2 W 90th St Unit 2C
- 44 W 90th St
- 72 W 88th St Unit 2
- 46 W 90th St
- 262 Central Park W Unit 10B
- 262 Central Park W Unit 1 B
- 262 Central Park W Unit 14-D
- 62 W 87th St Unit 1R
- 62 W 87th St Unit 1F
- 609 Columbus Ave Unit 14C
- 609 Columbus Ave Unit 14E
- 609 Columbus Ave Unit 14K