The Parkville, 823 Park Avenue, NYC - Condo Apartments
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The Parkville at 823 Park Avenue stands as a distinguished example of early 20th century luxury converted for modern living. Built in 1912 by the architectural firm Pickering and Walker, this 13 story buff brick building was masterfully transformed in 2006 by architect Barry Rice into an exclusive boutique condominium with just 11 residences. Located between 75th and 76th Streets, the building features classical details including a canopied entrance flanked by fluted columns, a protruding center pier with decorative pilasters, and sidewalk landscaping that complements its prime Upper East Side setting.
The building's history reveals a fascinating transformation reflective of changing Manhattan demographics. Originally constructed with 23 large apartments, it was dramatically reconfigured in the 1940s into 38 smaller units when Social Register occupancy plummeted from 70% in 1930 to just 10% by 1950. After decades of tenant battles against various conversion schemes, including a rejected "lollipop" plan to build atop the existing structure, the final 17 tenants accepted buyouts in 2004 following a contentious process involving 170 hearing dates and a 100,000 page transcript. The Manocherian Brothers, who purchased the property at a city auction for $4.175 million in 1994, ultimately sold it to Elliott Joseph of Property Market Group for approximately $61 million.
Today's residences showcase exceptional scale and craftsmanship, with most apartments occupying full floors ranging from approximately 4,100 to over 7,200 square feet. The spectacular duplex penthouse spans three levels with 3,000 square feet of landscaped terraces, including an outdoor kitchen, built in hot tub, and home theater. Common features throughout the building include 10 foot coffered ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors, gas fireplaces with carved marble mantels, and mahogany paneled libraries. Many residences boast impressive Park Avenue frontage, with some offering up to 45 linear feet of windows facing the avenue.
The apartments demonstrate thoughtful modern design within their prewar bones. Chef's kitchens feature high end appliances including Viking ranges and Sub-Zero refrigerators, while bathrooms showcase Waterworks fixtures and marble finishes. Several units include private elevator landings, multiple exposures providing exceptional natural light, and sophisticated details like mahogany pocket doors and custom millwork. The building has attracted notable buyers, including Ray Iwanowski, who paid approximately $13.5 million for a full floor apartment in 2008, and the duplex penthouse that sold for $30 million in 2006.
As a white glove condominium, 823 Park Avenue provides comprehensive services including a 24 hour doorman, live-in resident manager, and state-of-the-art fitness center. Additional amenities include private storage for each residence and wine storage in the cellar. The building's location offers immediate proximity to Central Park, world class cultural institutions, fine dining, and luxury shopping along Madison Avenue, while maintaining the intimate scale and personalized service that defines boutique luxury living on the Upper East Side.
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