50 Central Park W #5-CD, New York, NY 10023

Description

Classic Grandeur on Central Park West at 65th Street

8-Room | 5 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | 3,300 square feet

A rare opportunity with this combined 2 residencies C and D, to live on one of Manhattan’s most coveted addresses -- The Prasada, a 1907 pre-war masterpiece where architectural artistry, scale, elegance, storied service (and epithets) converge.

This classic 8-room, 5-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom cooperative residence embodies the calm luxury and composure that modern construction struggles to replicate. Located just steps from Lincoln Center, the home offers both cultural immediacy and the rare privilege of Central Park as your front garden.

A handsome foyer in the apartment welcomes you into a library gallery that unfolds into the living, recreation, and formal dining room. This intentional separation of rooms — distinct living areas, dining spaces, libraries, and private quarters — reflects an era when homes were designed for gracious entertaining and refined daily living, not compressed floor plans.

Oversized windows flood the public rooms with natural light while framing enchanting park scenery. Ceiling heights ranging from 9.5 to 12 feet create volume, air, and a sense of effortless elegance. Rooms feel composed — never crowded—inviting both quiet moments and memorable gatherings – from intimate dining to large social functions.

The oak herringbone floors, crafted to last generations, pair beautifully with original millwork, beamed ceilings, decorative vent covers, and a charming decorative fireplace. Throughout the residence, you’ll find:

· Original crown moldings and ceiling medallions

· Decorative plasterwork, crafted on site

· A striking Bay window with built-in bench seating in the formal dining room —perfect for lingering over Central Park views

Built when ornamentation was essential, not optional, this home exemplifies the enduring artistry of pre-war architecture—something that can only be preserved, never reproduced. A spacious den/family room offers versatility as a study, home office, quiet retreat or bedroom. The primary suite features a newly built, expansive walk-in closet and a luxurious windowed en-suite bath with soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, and dual-sink vanity. Second bedroom with private en-suite bath. Third and fourth bedrooms share a beautifully appointed full bathroom with shower-bath. Convenient hallway (and very charming) powder room for guests, discreetly placed near the living area.

While steeped in history, the residence is fully adapted for contemporary living, offering: Three-zone central air conditioning. eat-in chef’s kitchen with Viking stove and Sub-Zero Laundry with new LG washer and dryer. Separate bedrooms for two or three children, or maid’s room. Ceiling audio system with central sound closet. Bike room, and additional storage.

Many original service corridors and secondary entrances—hallmarks of pre-war staff infrastructure—have been thoughtfully repurposed to enhance modern functionality.

A true Upper West Side jewel, The Prasada offers full-service living with:

· White glove service

· Full-time doorman and elevator attendants

· Fitness center with much new equipment and Wi-Fi.

· Bike room and private storage

· Live-in superintendent

Perfectly positioned at Central Park West and 65th Street, residents enjoy immediate access to Lincoln Center, world-class museums, dining, transportation, and the daily luxury of life alongside Central Park.

· Four exposures

· Pets encouraged and pampered

· Pied-à-terre permitted

· Maintenance: $9,445.86

The building’s finances are in excellent condition, with major projects recently completed (Local Law 11), new gas lines, new boiler, etc.

Pre-war residences offer what modern buildings cannot: volume, craftsmanship, architectural integrity, and a sense of calm permanence.

This home at The Prasada is not simply an apartment — it is a legacy.