An Italian Renaissance-inspired co-op designed by Schwartz & Gross
Although they predominantly made their mark on the Upper East Side, especially residences along Park Avenue, the early-20th century architectural firm Schwartz & Gross also left their signature on the Upper West Side. Constructed in 1924 as apartments, the 17-story property of 290 West End Avenue was converted to co-op in 1977, right around the time many other Manhattan apartment rentals underwent such a conversion. “It has an Upper West Side character — it’s not an affected, snobby building,” says Daniella Schlisser, a broker for Brown Harris Stevens. “It’s a well-run building with a nice buyer pool. It caters to a broad buyer base.” And in a city known for transience, Schlisser points out that the 59-unit, sand-hued building doesn’t get a lot of turnover because of its large apartments. “And the properties move nicely because they offer good layouts in a wonderful location,” she adds. “It doesn’t have the feeling of a converted prewar, it has the feeling of a classic co-op. It’s not glitzy, it retains that prewar character.”
Traditional floor plans with nine-foot, beamed ceilings and formal dining areas
When it comes to discussing Manhattan properties, the word “spacious” tends to be a bit overused. Nevertheless, it’s an apt descriptor for the bedrooms at 290 West Avenue. Primary bedrooms typically fall in the following ranges: 16x13, 19x14, 17x14 (all of which are considerably larger than the legal limit of 8x10, or 80 square feet). Most units feature classic, high-beamed ceilings, central gallery entrances, eat-in kitchens with formal dining areas and walk-in closets. Keeping in line with the traditional look, most apartments include crown moldings, decorative fireplaces and wainscoting. “But you’re not going to have any kind of homogeneity in the appliances,” Schlisser adds. “It’s all individual.”
Many residences on the market are in need of kitchen renovations, including new cabinetry and flooring, but they typically include double-hung windows and butler’s pantries. Some corner units also offer little peeks of the Hudson River, as well as semi-private elevator landings. Most homes have an in-unit washer/dryer, or at least the hook-up for it, but select homes have full laundry rooms, which can also be converted to an office space. Prospective shareholders should note that units on the A line tend to be a bit larger than those found on the B line.
Million-dollar price tags with high monthly maintenance
One-bedrooms haven’t gone on the market within the last decade, however in the distant past, prices have ranged anywhere between $490,000 and $1.2 million. Two-bedrooms are more commonly available, but just by a little, with prices typically falling around $1.45 million (although units that need a bit of renovation in the kitchens or bathrooms can list for around $1.19 million). Three-bedrooms are generally between $3.25 million and $4.25 million. Four- and five-bedrooms, also rare to market, typically measure around 2,700 square feet and have sold for between $2.8 million and $6.49 million. Monthly maintenance fees, which include taxes, are fairly steep, with two- and three-bedrooms ranging between $4,569 and $7,200 per month, depending on square footage. The co-op currently has 413 shares, allows 65 percent financing and there’s a two percent flip tax, which is paid by the seller. Lastly, unlike many co-ops, sublets are also allowed.
A pet-friendly building with an attended lobby and courtyard
Since 290 West End Avenue was converted in the late 1970s, there aren’t any new fangled amenity spaces like furnished rooftop decks or a gym, but there is a courtyard on the lobby level for residents. “It’s furnished with a play area,” Schlisser adds. “You have to go through the building [to get to it]. It’s not accessible to others.” Residents can also expect a full-time doorman, live-in super and a community storage space within the building. But the real amenity of living there is actually public space — it’s one block away from Riverside Park, complete with a popular dog run, Hudson River views, baseball fields and running tracks.
A family-centric neighborhood lined with gourmet markets
Located one avenue west of Broadway, the co-op is situated on the corner of 74th Street and West End Avenue in one of the most coveted areas of the Upper West Side. Fairway Market, another big convenience for residents, is one the same street along Broadway, while the gourmet market Citarella is one block north at 75th Street. As if that wasn’t enough for market lovers, Trader Joe’s is also nearby on 72nd Street and Broadway. “The location is fabulous, it’s incredibly convenient. [There’s] Beacon Theater for entertainment, great restaurants and boutiques. It’s really within a prime location of the Upper West Side.” Families will enjoy the Children’s Museum nearby at 83rd Street, as well as the Museum of Natural History farther east near Central Park. Transportation is also easy with the 1, 2 and 3 trains at the 72nd Street station, and for going across town, the M72 bus is a five-minute walk from the building.
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Low Crime
Crime Score®
3/ 10
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
88/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98/ 100
Rider's Paradise
Transit Score®
100/ 100
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Parks in this Area
South Lawn
2 min walk
Verdi Square
4 min walk
Picnic Area
Trails
Henry Neufeld Playground
4 min walk
Playground
Parking Lot
Matthew P. Sapolin Playground
5 min walk
Basketball
Picnic Area
Trails
Tecumseh Playground
6 min walk
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Riverside Park
7 min walk
Riverside Park South
10 min walk
Dog Park
Picnic Area
Soccer
West End Park
10 min walk
Trails
Playground
Hippo Playground
10 min walk
Playground
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