1255 Fifth Avenue

Overview of 1255 Fifth Avenue

1255 Fifth Avenue is an eight story, pre-war condominium built in 1925 on the northeast corner of 107th Street, directly across from Central Park's Harlem Meer and Conservatory Gardens. The beige brick building features handsome architectural details including a two story rusticated base, pedimented third floor windows, and a balustraded bandcourse, though a later glass rooftop addition sits somewhat incongruously atop the original structure. Originally dedicated in 1927 as the Home of the Daughters of Israel, with Mayor Jimmy Walker as the principal speaker, the building was converted to condominiums in 1985 and now contains approximately 52 units.

The apartments are notable for their dramatic loft style layouts with soaring 12 to 15 foot beamed ceilings, oversized windows, and some units offering direct Central Park views. Several residences feature mezzanines or sleeping lofts, and some have been combined to create expansive multi level homes spanning over 2,400 square feet. A few apartments offer private terraces or balconies, wood burning fireplaces, and in-unit washer/dryers (permitted with board approval). Photographer Annie Leibovitz once called the building home.

The full service building provides a 24 hour doorman, concierge, and live-in superintendent. Amenities include a landscaped roof garden with barbecue facilities and panoramic views, a fitness center, laundry rooms on every floor, private storage, and a bike room. The location on Museum Mile places residents steps from world-class cultural institutions and provides easy access to the 2/3 and 6 subway lines. The building welcomes pets and permits pied-à-terre ownership.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Condo

Year Built

1925

Converted: 1985

Apartments

52 (view all units)

Floors

8

Neighborhood

East Harlem (Manhattan)

Min Down

10%

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