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465 Park Avenue 36/37

$11,000,000

MLS# RLS20125669 · Midtown East

Listed November 6, 2026 · 1 day on the market

4 Beds 4 Baths

About This Property

Former home of legendary and celebrated music producer Clive Davis, this spectacular penthouse duplex occupies the 36th and 37th floors of the historic Ritz Tower. Rich in provenance and distinguished by dramatic scale, exceptional views, and extraordinary entertaining spaces, this remarkable home offers a rare opportunity to acquire an iconic residence in one of New York’s most coveted locations.

Entering through the private main entrance on the 37th floor, the residence opens into an extraordinary nearly 48-foot-long great room, designed on a grand scale for sophisticated entertaining. Soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and dramatic city views create a spectacular sense of openness, while the panoramic vistas extend in multiple directions, showcasing the Manhattan skyline and filling the space with exceptional natural light. Conceived as a seamless living, dining, and entertaining environment, the great room reflects the residence’s distinctive architectural character and exceptional scale.

Throughout the duplex, rich, dark materials and carefully considered finishes lend depth and warmth to the interiors. Makassar ebony, prized both for its dramatic grain and luxurious character, and fittingly often used in custom guitars, features prominently in the paneling, built-in cabinetry, bookcases, and desk, creating a cohesive design language.

The private primary suite occupies a serene corner of the upper level, with dramatic southern and western exposures and sweeping city views. Custom Makassar ebony millwork frames the space and provides convenient and elegant storage. The generous primary bath is finished in black marble and connects to a spacious home office, which offers the flexibility to be reconfigured as an additional bedroom with its own en-suite bath.

A convenient secondary kitchen on this level provides exceptional functionality and allows for effortless service without descending to the lower floor.

Rich wood finishes, refined detailing, and clean architectural lines reflect the apartment’s design pedigree, where luxurious materials and thoughtful craftsmanship create an atmosphere of luxurious sophistication.

A striking, custom-designed wood-paneled spiral staircase leads to the entertaining level below, where a gracious formal dining room sets the stage for elegant gatherings. Directly off the dining room is the residence’s private screening room, an exceptionally rare in-unit amenity with distinctive Art Deco character and a fitting reflection of the residence’s entertainment pedigree. Designed for an immersive viewing experience, the screening room features remote-controlled shades and high-tech capabilities, offering a private cinematic setting within the home.

The 36th floor may also be entered via a private entrance, offering additional privacy and facilitating the use of the lower level as a more independent guest or family wing while maintaining seamless connection to the main residence.

A studio residence on the 14th floor is also available, offering additional flexibility for guests, staff, or a private retreat.

Residents of The Ritz Tower enjoy an exceptional level of white-glove service and hotel-caliber amenities, including a 24-hour doorman, attended elevators, concierge services, in-house chef room service, daily housekeeping, valet and laundry services, and 24-hour on-site maintenance. Additional amenities include a brand-new fitness center, party and meeting room, safety deposit boxes, and notary services.

Perfectly positioned at the corner of Park Avenue and 57th Street, The Ritz Tower, designed by Emery Roth and Thomas Hastings and built in 1926, places residents at the center of Manhattan’s most refined offerings, moments from Central Park, world-class dining, luxury boutiques, and Midtown’s renowned cultural and business landmarks.

The pet-friendly cooperative welcomes pied-à-terre ownership as well as purchases by international buyers, LLCs, trusts, and corporations, subject to b

Agent's Note

From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.

Black marble, Makassar ebony and a custom wood-paneled spiral staircase give this four bedroom, four bath residence most of its character before you reach the rooms. It spans the 36th and 37th floors of 465 Park Avenue, a 1927 building with 134 units and individual landmark status.

The private entrance is on the 37th floor, and the great room runs nearly 48 feet long. I like that the living and dining areas are meant to work as one space. A formal dining room sits on the entertaining level below, reached by that staircase, and the private screening room opens directly off it.

Makassar ebony runs through the paneling, built-in cabinetry, bookcases and desk, so the rooms share one look. The primary suite is on the upper level with southern and western exposures. Open-horizon sun figures suggest about 8.5 hours of direct sun from the south on the winter solstice and about 6.1 hours on the summer solstice, and about 7 hours from the west on the summer solstice. Nearby buildings can block some of that light.

The primary bath is finished in black marble and connects to a home office that you can convert into a fifth bedroom with its own bathroom. A secondary kitchen on the same level means you don't have to go downstairs to serve guests.

The building has a concierge, an elevator, a gym, a recreation room and laundry in the building. The 59 St station is about 3 minutes away on foot and serves the 4, 5, 6, N, R and W trains, and Central Park is about 6 minutes away on foot.

Quick answers+

Does the building have an elevator?

Yes. The building has an elevator and a concierge.

Are pets allowed?

Yes. The building allows cats and dogs.

Does the apartment have laundry?

The building allows a washer and dryer in the residence, and the building also has laundry in the building.

Property Features

Policies

  • Cats and dogs allowed

Home features

  • Washer/dryer allowed

Building amenities

Services and facilities

  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Laundry in building

Wellness and recreation

  • Gym
  • Recreation room

Estimate

Monthly Cost & Closing Costs

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$79,388 / month

  • Principal and interest$55,622
  • Maintenance$23,766

Due at closing

  • Down payment (20%)$2,200,000
  • NYS “mansion tax” (3.25%)$357,500

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.

About the Building

465 Park Avenue is a condominium in Midtown East, completed in 1927 and home to 134 residential units. The building is an individual New York City landmark.

The closest subway is 59 St (4, 5, 6, N, R, W), about a 3-minute walk. Central Park is roughly 6 minutes away on foot.

Compiled from NYC public records and open data.

Year Built
1927
Units
134
Building Type
Condominium
Landmark Status
Individual Landmark

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Location & Nearby

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465 Park Avenue 36/37

Subway

  • 456NRW59 StAbout 3 min walk
  • NRW5 Av/59 StAbout 7 min walk
  • EF5 Av/53 StAbout 7 min walk
  • 6EFLexington Av/53 StAbout 8 min walk · Accessible

Parks

  • Central ParkAbout 6 min walk

Public schools · Elementary schools

  • P.S. 59 Beekman Hill InternationalAbout 7 min walk
  • East Side Elementary School, PS 267About 10 min walk
  • Ella Baker SchoolAbout 16 min walk

High schools

  • Art and Design High SchoolAbout 7 min walk
  • Vanguard High SchoolAbout 16 min walk

Colleges & universities

  • Sotheby's Institute of ArtAbout 9 min walk
  • Hunter College (CUNY)About 15 min walk
  • New York School of Interior DesignAbout 16 min walk
  • Louis V Gerstner Grad SchAbout 19 min walk

Museums

  • Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)About 9 min walk
  • Paley Center for MediaAbout 10 min walk
  • Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & GardenAbout 14 min walk
  • The Frick CollectionAbout 18 min walk

Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.

The Neighborhood

About Midtown East

Iconic residential towers with sweeping skyline views in the heart of Manhattan's most prestigious corridor.

Walkability

9/10

Public transit

10/10

Schools

7/10

Dining

9/10

Groceries & parks

7/10

Schools in Midtown East

UNIS draws a global student body and offers an internationally recognized curriculum. Families also benefit from proximity to Upper East Side private schools within a short commute.

Private schools in the area include United Nations International School.

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