Howard House,
246 West End Avenue

Overview of Howard House at 246 West End Avenue

The Howard House, located at 246 West End Avenue on the corner of 71st Street, is an elegant pre-war cooperative building completed in 1913. Designed by renowned architects J. E. R. Carpenter and S. Fullerton Weaver, this Renaissance palazzo-style building stands 13 stories tall and features 100 apartments. Carpenter, celebrated for his contributions to luxury apartment design, also designed notable buildings such as 920 Fifth Avenue and 960 Park Avenue.

The Howard House is characterized by its beige brick façade, large entrance marquee, sidewalk landscaping, two decorative bandcourses, and a prominent cornice. Architectural details include rustication at the three-story base and decorative balconies on the 2nd, 5th, and 9th floors. The apartments feature high ceilings, fireplaces, and generous layouts, reflecting the building's timeless design.

Converted to a cooperative in 1992, the building offers full-service amenities including a 24-hour doorman, a live-in superintendent, a fitness center open 24/7, on-site laundry facilities, bike storage, and spacious storage cages. It is pet-friendly and permits pied-à-terre ownership, co-purchasing, and gifting.

Situated in the heart of Lincoln Square, The Howard House provides easy access to Riverside Park, just one block away, and Central Park, three blocks away. The neighborhood boasts a vibrant selection of cultural and culinary destinations, including Lincoln Center, Trader Joe’s, Fairway, Citarella, Zabar’s, and local farmer’s markets. Convenient transportation options include the 1, 2, and 3 subway lines and the M72, M57, and M5 bus routes.