171 W 57Th St

The Briarcliffe is a 13-story, small-footprint prewar condominium in Midtown Manhattan, completed in 1922 and designed by the firm associated with Grand Central Terminal. With just a dozen full-floor and multi-bedroom residences, units are generous two- to four-bedroom layouts that retain classic prewar proportions — high ceilings, large sash windows, formal dining rooms, and broad entertaining rooms — while many homes have been comprehensively renovated to contemporary standards. Several apartments offer private keyed elevator landings, marble-accented foyers, wood-burning or gas fireplaces, extensive custom millwork, and original details such as herringbone or wide-plank floors restored to match the building’s historic character. Common interior features across residences include eat-in kitchens, pantry or staff-room configurations, entrance foyers, and abundant closet and storage solutions; building storage and private large storage units are offered for residents. The condominium operates with white-glove service: a full-time doorman, resident manager, concierge-style staff, and on-site attendants. Amenities include bicycle storage and a central laundry room; many units provide in-unit washers/dryers, central air or through-wall AC systems, and advanced home technology in recently modernized residences. The pet-friendly building occupies a premier Billionaires’ Row address directly facing Carnegie Hall and sits two blocks from Central Park, surrounded by Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Fifth Avenue shopping, major museums, restaurants, and abundant subway lines — a location that supports both cultural life and high-end retail conveniences. Recent capital projects have targeted the lobby, facade, and critical systems, and assessments have been disclosed for ongoing upgrades.