The Wellesley, 440 West End Avenue - Upper West Side
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The Wellesley at 440 West End Avenue is a distinguished pre-war cooperative designed by renowned architects Schwartz & Gross in 1928 and converted to cooperative status in 1984. This handsome 17-story building features 93 apartments and showcases classic Georgian-style architecture with a limestone base, decorative stonework details, ornamental window cornices, and limestone quoins at its corners. The building is particularly notable for its handsome pilasters near the base and top floors, as well as its attractive rooftop water tank enclosure.
The building offers residents a full complement of amenities including 24/7 doorman service, a live-in superintendent, fitness center, residents' lounge, children's playroom, bike storage, building laundry, and a landscaped roof deck with panoramic views of the Hudson River and Central Park. The building permits washer/dryers in units, is pet-friendly, and typically allows 75% financing of the appraised value.
Apartments feature pre-war architectural details including high beamed ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors, and generous room proportions characteristic of Schwartz & Gross's acclaimed designs. Many units offer abundant natural light, with some higher floor apartments providing impressive city and river views. Most floors contain just four apartments, creating an intimate atmosphere within the building.
Situated at the corner of West End Avenue and 81st Street, the building enjoys a prime Upper West Side location one block from Riverside Park. The neighborhood offers excellent amenities including proximity to Zabar's, numerous restaurants and shops, while maintaining easy access to public transportation with the nearby 79th Street subway station. The location provides convenient access to both Central Park and cultural institutions like the Museum of Natural History.
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