It previously was on the market for a total of 78 days.

4 apartments are currently available in this building.

78 days on Market

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Key Details

Listed: Feb 3, 2025

Days on Market: 78

Building Type: Cooperative

Neighborhood: Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Maintenance: $8,044 ($2.30/ft²)

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $23,947 ($6.84/ft²)

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($600,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Welcome to Apartment 2W at 550 Park Avenue, a sprawling eight-room residence encompassing approximately 3,500 square feet. Step off a private elevator into an elegant gallery, perfect for showcasing an art collection. The gallery opens into a grand living and dining room that stretches nearly 50 feet, ideal for hosting large gatherings.

With 10-foot ceilings and oversized windows that offer tree-top views of the iconic Colony Club, this space exudes timeless sophistication!

The adjacent library and powder room can easily be reimagined as a fourth bedroom. The spacious kitchen, complete with a butler’s pantry, is well-equipped to cater to entertaining on a grand scale.

The corner primary bedroom features a dressing area and an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom also includes an en-suite bathroom, ensuring privacy and comfort.

Additionally, a sizable laundry room, located next to the staff room, offers the opportunity to create a third bedroom. The staff room itself includes its own bathroom, adding to the home’s versatility.

550 Park Avenue, designed by renowned architect James E.R. Carpenter and built in 1917, is celebrated for its sophisticated elegance and prewar grandeur. The building allows pieds-à-terre, pets, and 50% financing, and trusts are welcome.

A 3% flip tax is paid by the purchaser.

Apartment Amenities

Washer/Dryer in apt.

About The Yosemite, 550 Park Avenue

The Yosemite, 550 Park Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 81, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Very Distinguished 7 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

None 2 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

Attractive 2 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Outstanding 5 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points

Views:

Impressive 3 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

2 4 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points

Balconies:

None 0 out of 3 points

Health Club:

None 0 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

None 0 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Prewar:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Co-op
Built in 1917
32 Apartments
17 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 1952
Elevator Operator
FT Doorman
Pre War
Resident Storage
Fireplaces

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The Yosemite, 550 Park Avenue, #2W

Pricing History

Previous Photos & Floor Plan

Key Details

Description

Apartment Amenities

About The Yosemite, 550 Park Avenue

The Yosemite, 550 Park Avenue has received a CityRealty Rating of 81, based on:

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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