The Cherbourg

The Cherbourg is a 16-story, 1925 prewar cooperative on Central Park West designed by George and Edward Blum. The boutique building contains roughly 48 residences served by two elevator banks (passenger and service) with doorman-controlled elevator access and a live-in superintendent. Units are predominantly large multi-bedroom layouts—classic 6s, 7s, and 8s—often entered via private or semi-private landings and retaining prewar details such as high beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, oversized galleries, and wood-burning fireplaces. Apartment plans typically include formal dining rooms, eat-in kitchens with pantry or service areas (many renovated to accommodate modern chef’s appliances), separate staff/den rooms, abundant closets, and windowed bathrooms. Common interior features listed include entrance foyers, storage, elevators, and smoke-free policies. Building amenities are full-time doormen and concierge service, a fitness room, bike room, laundry facilities (including private in-unit or shared options), and private storage lockers; pets and pieds-a-terre are permitted and 50% financing is generally allowed. Several listings note renovated elevators, a restored lobby and facade work, and attentive white-glove staff. The location faces Central Park and the Reservoir, placing residents steps from parkland, tennis courts, Lincoln Center, neighborhood shops and transit options (multiple subway lines and buses) for classic Upper West Side living.