1220 PARK Avenue 5B
$6,795,000
MLS# RLS20122168 · Carnegie Hill
Listed October 22, 2026 · 5 days on the market
4 Beds 4 Baths
About This Property
A masterpiece of classic pre-war architecture, this exceptional Carnegie Hill residence was designed by legendary architect Rosario Candela and meticulously renovated by renowned architect Alan Wanzenberg. Combining the timeless grandeur of Candela's celebrated proportions with sophisticated contemporary design and state-of-the-art technology, this remarkable home offers an extraordinary setting for both gracious entertaining and refined everyday living.A private marble landing opens to a magnificent 23-foot gallery, where original oak herringbone floors establish an immediate sense of elegance and architectural continuity. The gallery leads to an extraordinary 28-foot, southeast-facing living room, bathed in natural light from five oversized windows framing stunning views down Park Avenue and beyond. A wood-burning fireplace serves as a warm and inviting focal point, complementing the room's impressive scale and classic proportions.Designed for grand-scale entertaining, the spectacular 22-foot dining room comfortably accommodates multiple guests. A discreet butler's pantry connects the dining room to the kitchen and features dual Sub-Zero wine refrigerators with a combined capacity of 264 bottles, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining and collecting. Also in this area is a vented Miele washer and dryer, abundant storage, and a tasteful powder room that serves the entertaining spaces.The windowed eat-in kitchen is as beautiful as it is functional, appointed with custom cabinetry and wall paneling, exquisite Calacatta Gold marble countertops, Wolf double ovens, and a six-burner gas range with exterior ventilation. A 48-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher complete this beautifully considered culinary space.Facing south, the richly appointed library features elegant mahogany paneling and offers a sophisticated retreat for reading, working, or quiet conversation. With the flexibility to be converted into an additional bedroom, it provides a valuable dimension of versatility to the residence.The private bedroom wing is thoughtfully separated from the entertaining spaces, creating a serene sense of retreat. The south-facing primary suite is a sanctuary of comfort and refinement, featuring two walk-in closets, and a generously proportioned en-suite bathroom with a steam shower. A second south-facing bedroom offers a large walk-in closet and an en-suite windowed bathroom. Two additional bedrooms complete the wing, providing flexibility for guests or additional private living spaces.Modern comforts and advanced technology are discreetly integrated throughout, including multi-zone central heating and air conditioning with humidification, Crestron-controlled window treatments, Lutron lighting, thermally insulated windows with UV protection, an integrated alarm system, and museum-quality Nulux art lighting. A dedicated basement storage unit transfers with the sale.A rare offering that unites Rosario Candela's architectural legacy with Alan Wanzenberg's sophisticated vision, this distinguished Park Avenue residence embodies the enduring elegance of Carnegie Hill. With its exceptional proportions, extraordinary natural light, beautifully appointed interiors, and seamless balance of grand entertaining and private living, it represents a truly remarkable opportunity to own a timeless Manhattan home.
Agent's Note
From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Douglas Elliman Real Estate.
1220 Park Avenue lists a bike room, cold storage, laundry in the building and a storage space, and the apartment itself has the kind of scale that makes those services useful. Unit 5B is a four-bedroom, four-bath co-op in Carnegie Hill, and it has a city view.
The living room is 28 feet long, faces southeast and has five windows, with a wood-burning fireplace. Before it, the 23-foot gallery has oak herringbone floors, and the 22-foot dining room is sized for a full table. Between the dining room and the kitchen, the butler's pantry holds two Sub-Zero wine refrigerators with a combined capacity of 264 bottles, which is a real asset if you collect.
The eat-in kitchen has marble countertops, double ovens from Wolf and a gas range with six burners and exterior ventilation. It also has a 48-inch Sub-Zero refrigerator and a Bosch dishwasher. The Miele washer and dryer are in the unit, so you won't need to use the building's laundry for everyday loads.
The primary suite and the second bedroom both face south, and the primary has two walk-in closets and a steam shower. The library is paneled in mahogany and can be converted into an additional bedroom, which gives you a choice about how the private wing is used. For a south window on the winter solstice, direct sun runs from about 7:41 AM to 4:07 PM on an open horizon, though nearby buildings can block it.
Central Park is about 5 minutes away on foot, and the 96 St station on the 6 train is about 3 minutes. Carnegie Market is about 1 minute away, so everyday errands are close.
Quick answers+
Does the apartment have in-unit laundry?
Yes. A vented Miele washer and dryer are in the unit. The building also has laundry.
Are pets allowed?
Yes. The building allows pets.
Does the apartment have a dishwasher?
Yes. The kitchen has a Bosch dishwasher.
Curtis Bain
Brown Harris Stevens
Property Features
Policies
- Pets allowed
Home features
- Washer/dryer in unit
- Central air
- Fireplace
- City view
Building amenities
Services and facilities
- Bike room
- Cold storage
- Laundry in building
- Storage space
Estimate
Monthly Cost & Closing Costs
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$43,789 / month
- Principal and interest$34,359
- Maintenance$9,430
Due at closing
- Down payment (20%)$1,359,000
- NYS “mansion tax” (2.25%)$152,888
Co-op share loans aren't subject to mortgage recording tax. Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.
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