Park West Village,
392 Central Park West

Overview of Park West Village at 392 Central Park West

392 Central Park West stands as the northwest tower of the original Park West Village development, a 19-story red brick slab building housing 413 apartments between 97th and 100th Streets. Designed by the renowned architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill in 1960, the same architects behind Manhattan House and Lever House, this postwar condominium features distinctive corner and mid-façade balconies that take advantage of both Central Park views and the landscaped grounds of the seven building complex.

The development has a fascinating and controversial history, originally known as Manhattantown and later West Park Apartments before becoming Park West Village. Built by Webb & Knapp (William Zeckendorf's development company) and the Aluminum Company of America, the project took over a decade to complete due to scandals that led to major reconsiderations of urban renewal and slum clearance programs in the 1960s. The complex consists of seven red brick towers, with the four original buildings forming a quadrangle around landscaped green space, while three additional towers on Columbus Avenue complete the development.

Apartments throughout the building feature generous layouts with many units offering private balconies and Central Park views. Common configurations include studios with sleeping alcoves, one bedrooms with dining areas, and larger units with multiple bedrooms and flexible spaces that can serve as home offices or be combined to create larger residences. Many apartments have been updated with modern kitchens featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and custom storage solutions, while retaining original details like hardwood floors and spacious entry foyers with multiple walk in closets.

Residents enjoy comprehensive building services including a 24 hour doorman, on-site fitness center, modern laundry facilities, children's playroom and playground, bike storage, and private parking available for a monthly fee of $205. The prime location directly across from Central Park provides immediate access to the park's recreational facilities, while the adjacent Columbus Square shopping complex offers convenient access to Whole Foods, Target, Starbucks, and numerous other retailers. Transportation is excellent with B and C trains just one block away and multiple bus lines providing crosstown and downtown connections.