The Dakota, 1 West 72nd Street

Co-op located in Upper West Side, at The Northwest corner of Central Park West

Description of The Dakota at 1 West 72nd Street

Perhaps the most famous New York City co-operative apartment building, the Dakota at 1 West 72nd Street has long been home to celebrities because of its spacious residences, prime Central Park location and storied history.

The Dakota sits just to the west of Central Park and sports an instantly recognizable façade. It was designed by Henry J. Hardenbergh and completed in 1884. Though it has undergone extensive renovations, the building still maintains much of its original character, including the ornate finials and gothic gables. Units range from 3 to 10 rooms and many have fireplaces; residents are also granted access to a private center courtyard and a new fitness center.

A white-gloved, full-time doorman greets owners and guests at the Dakota, which offers expansive Central Park views, the highest level of privacy and security, and concierge service. It is also located near many notable restaurants and retail stores.

Building Facts

Year Built: 1882

Building Type: Co-op

Neighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)

Minimum Down: 50%
Total Apartments: 103 103

Total Floors: 10

Doorman: FT Doorman

Total Floorplans:

Building Amenities

Concierge
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Pre War
Garden
Elevator
Fitness Center
Courtyard
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Bike Room
Fireplaces
Landmarked

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The Dakota: Rating

37

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#1 Rated co-op in Manhattan
#1 Rated co-op - Upper West Side
#1 Rated co-op - Central Park West

Carter Horsley's Review of The Dakota

"The Dakota at 1 West 72nd Street at Central Park West is the city's most legendary apartment building, a massive, fortress-like building with a large center courtyard, very large apartments with very high ceilings and very high profile residents.

When it was built in 1884, it towered over the Upper West Side and was an immediate success with all its apartments rented on opening day." Read Carter's Full Review

Pros

Legendary address
Doorman
Impressive wainscoting
Many fireplaces
Four separate lobbies at corners of courtyard
Large center courtyard with fountain
Impressive entrance
Prestigious resident roster
Sensational Central Park views
Very high ceilings
Very spacious apartments
Close to Subway

Cons

Several blocks from cross-town buses
Not close to supermarket
Busy intersection
Tourist attraction for John Lennon fans

Broker & Buyer Comments

"Elegant and very upscale. Highly serviced. Large staff Extremely difficult The best location you can get on the UWS"

"Why haven't you mention that Aliester Crowley lived and had wild orgies and the practice of Black Satanic Mass. Also Buried His overdosed Prostitutes in the catacombs. Under the Dakotas."

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