55 Park Ave

Built in 1922 by Fred F. French, this 16-story boutique pre-war co-op contains 24 residences, typically configured as two-bedroom homes with gracious, classical proportions. The exterior presents restrained, early-20th-century masonry massing; interiors retain hallmark pre-war details such as 9.5–10 foot beamed ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors, crown moldings, and working wood-burning fireplaces. Floors are arranged with only two apartments per landing, often offering semi-private elevator landings and a sense of privacy uncommon in larger blocks. Individual units feature formal layouts: entry foyers, separate dining rooms, windowed kitchens with stone counters, ample closets and assigned basement storage. Common services reflect traditional white-glove service — a full-time doorman/elevator operator, live-in superintendent, mail and package delivery to the door, and a shared laundry room. Building policies are coop-specific and moderate: pied-à-terres and pets are considered on a case-by-case basis; flip-tax and board approval requirements apply. There is no significant landscaped exterior on-site, though many apartments include small private outdoor spaces under 60 sq ft. Located on Park Avenue in Murray Hill, the building sits steps from Grand Central, multiple subway lines, and neighborhood retail, dining, and cultural institutions, delivering a commute-friendly, historic Manhattan living experience.