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740 Park Avenue, #2/3D

Listing no longer available on CityRealty as of Apr 29, 2015
It previously was on the market for a total of 232 days.
Last Sold on Jul 28, 2016 for $18,000,000
5 beds, 5.5 baths
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  • Buyers
  • Jeffrey Leeds
  • Elizabeth Marshall. Aka Elizabeth Leeds
  • Sellers
  • Elizabeth M Swig
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2 apartments are currently available in this building.
232 days on Market

Pricing History

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Key Details

  • Listed: Sep 9, 2014
    Last Price Change: -6.4% ($1.9M) on Apr 29
    Days on Market: 232
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 565 times
Monthly Maintenance: $10,127
Est. Monthly Mortgage: -
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $161,651
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($5,520,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Located in one of Park Avenue’’s most distinctive prewar cooperatives, this magnificent corner 16-room duplex apartment is certain to impress. The classic and sophisticated residence has been carefully constructed and masterfully renovated throughout, by internationally-acclaimed Architect, Alan Wanzenberg, incorporating the finest finishes and appointments. Resplendent with outstanding natural light, the apartment features a graceful layout with grand-scale rooms, pristine hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings and classic moldings.

A private elevator vestibule opens to a 25-foot gallery which lead to the public rooms of home. The corner 37-foot living room has large South-facing windows framing picturesque cityscape views, a woodburning fireplace and museum grade gallery lighting. A set of French doors leads to a charming planted terrace.

An adjacent library has custom woodworking and a woodburning fireplace with marble mantel. The 25-foot formal dining room has three double-hung windows facing West and a conservatory. The Northern wing of the home includes a 24-foot Chef’’s kitchen has ample room for dining and has been outfitted with custom cabinetry, and top-of-the-line appliances from Viking and Sub-Zero and an adjacent area for wine storage.

There are four staff rooms and two full baths situated within this wing of the home. A graceful staircase leads to the upper level and the private chambers. The sprawling corner master suite has a fireplace, a luxuriously-appointed master bath, with double-sinks, custom vanity, separate shower and soaking tub.

There is a 25-foot dressing room with custom millwork and ample closets as well as an adjacent study. Three generous bedrooms, each with a full bath en suite, may be found on this level, along with a family room and a separate laundry room and storage area. Built by Rosario Candela in 1929, this architectural masterpiece was ultimately converted to a cooperative by John D. Rockefeller Jr.

who resided in the building for many years. This white-glove prewar building offers residents the highest level of service and privacy.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Northern Exposures
  • City View
  • Washer/Dryer in apt.

About 740 Park Avenue

93

740 Park Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 93, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

30
Out of 44
+
28
Out of 36
+
25
Out of 39
+
10
=
93
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Architectural Masterpiece 8 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Dramatic 3 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No, but Very Good 3 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
Present 1 out of 2 points
Garden:
Attractive 2 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
No Consistency 0 out of 1 points
Landmark:
Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Outstanding 5 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 20 blocks 4 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Stunning 5 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
2 4 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
11-14 Feet 3 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Considerable 2 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Health Club
  • Intercom
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Fireplaces
  • Landmarked
  • Terraces / Balconies

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