444 Central Park W

Built in 1929 and rising 19 stories, this full-service Art Deco cooperative on Central Park West was designed by Boak & Paris and retains many prewar hallmarks. The façade and recently restored lobby display decorative period ornamentation; elevators and a live-in superintendent support daily operations. Residences are predominantly one- and two-bedroom layouts (with larger multi-room corner homes appearing in listings) featuring high beamed ceilings, oak hardwood floors, generous closet storage and four‑exposure corner plans in some units. Kitchens range from windowed galley and eat-in styles to fully renovated chef’s kitchens with stone counters and premium appliances; many apartments include in-unit washer/dryers and updated, windowed baths. Building amenities emphasize shared outdoor space and practical services: a landscaped roof deck with sweeping park and city vistas, bike and private storage rooms (often with waitlists), on-site laundry facilities, and full-time doorman/porter service. The pet-friendly house permits dogs and cats, and the staff manages accessibility improvements and periodic capital repairs. Located directly across from Central Park and close to multiple subway lines, grocery options and retail at Columbus Square, the property caters to residents seeking classic prewar character, parkfront views, and the conveniences of a staffed, well-maintained cooperative in an established Upper West Side neighborhood.