Last updated on Mar 9, 2026

40 Central Park South

This 22-story brick building has a striking terraced top with a glass-enclosed elevator house. Designed in 1941 by Mayer & Whittlesley, it features a stainless steel marquee, windowed lobby with waterfall, and a sculpture garden. Currently, 1 apartment is for rent.

For Rent (1) $124 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (139)

Apt. 17A
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2 beds

2.5 baths

1,625 ft²

$124

$16,850 -0.9%

Feb 10, 2026

44 days

#17A: $16,850 (-0.9%) - 2 beds

Overview of 40 Central Park South

40 Central Park South was built in 1941 and has a total of 139 rental apartments. Located in Midtown West, 40 Central Park South is very close to the F, N, Q and R subway lines.

Amenities at this pet friendly building include doorman, fitness center, rooftop terrace and full service garage.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Rental

Year Built

1941

Apartments

139 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Midtown West (Manhattan)

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Amenities

Concierge
FT Doorman
Resident Storage
Full Service Garage
Garden
Rooftop Terrace
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Fitness Center
Outdoor Entertainment Space
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Fireplaces
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

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at 6th Ave 0.11 miles

at 5th Ave and 60th 0.13 miles

at 5th Ave and 53rd 0.33 miles

at Broadway and 53rd 0.34 miles

at Central Park West and 60th 0.39 miles

at Lexington Ave and 60th 0.44 miles

Pros & Cons

Stunning views
Garden
Striking rooftop glass elevator house
Two restaurants
Impressive lobby waterfall
Distinctive marquee entrance
Balconies
Garage
Concierge
Close to Subway

Considerable traffic
No sidewalk landscaping
No health club

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