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952 Fifth Avenue
Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

952 Fifth Avenue

This mid-block apartment building at 952 Fifth Avenue is a modest 10-story rental property with 39 apartments, located in a prime area between 76th and 77th Streets. Built in 1923 in an Italian-Renaissance-palazzo style, it features a limestone base and was later expanded with additional floors, making it unique as one of the few remaining rental buildings on Fifth Avenue.

952 Fifth Avenue Location Map

Overview of 952 Fifth Avenue

Located at 952 Fifth Avenue, this mid-block apartment building is nestled between 76th and 77th Streets, offering a prime location along one of the quieter stretches of Fifth Avenue. Erected in 1923 and designed by architect H. O. Chapman in an Italian-Renaissance-palazzo style, the building stands at 10 stories tall and houses 39 rental apartments. Its limestone base features decorative elements such as quoins and a canopied entrance, while a setback tower was added in the 1960s, enhancing its architectural profile.

What distinguishes 952 Fifth Avenue is its rental status, a rarity among buildings on this prestigious avenue. The apartments, originally designed as cooperative units, have undergone various transformations over the years, with many now featuring modern amenities while retaining their classic charm. Common attributes include spacious layouts, hardwood floors, and large windows that often provide views of Central Park.

Residents enjoy a range of amenities, including a part-time doorman, elevator access, and in-building laundry facilities. The building's location is ideal for those seeking proximity to cultural landmarks, upscale dining, and shopping, with Central Park just steps away. Notably, the building has attracted a number of high-profile residents, adding to its allure.

Overall, 952 Fifth Avenue represents a unique blend of historic architecture and modern living, making it a sought-after address in Manhattan.

Doorman
Full Time
Type
Co-op
Year Built
1923
Apartments
Floors
10
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
20%

Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Live-In Superintendent
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at Lexington Ave 0.27 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Across from Central Park and boat pond
  • Doorman
  • Limestone base
  • Canopied entrance
  • Close to Subway
  • Mostly small apartments
  • No concierge
  • No elevator operator
  • No roof deck

CityRealty Rating

15
/44
Architecture
+
30
/36
Location
+
9
/39
Features
+
8
Editor’s Points
=
62
CITYREALTY
RATING
  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

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