235 West 75th Street Upper West Side Apartment For Sale

Spanning 2,974 square feet, this beautifully proportioned four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bathroom residence with an additional library or optional fifth bedroom blends pre-war elegance with modern luxury and exceptional spatial flow. A gracious entry gallery leads into a sun-drenched east-facing corner living room overlooking Broadway, offering a dramatic yet refined setting for both everyday living and entertaining. Just off the living area, a cozy library provides a flexible retreat for reading, work, or relaxation.\n\nThe custom chef’s kitchen is both striking and functional, featuring white lacquer and stained oak cabinetry, Calacatta Gold countertops and backsplash, and a full suite of top-tier appliances by Gaggenau, Miele, and Sub-Zero, complemented by modern finishes by Pembrooke & Ives. The open layout allows for seamless connection between the kitchen, dining, and living areas.\nThe generously scaled primary bedroom suite offers a serene private retreat, complete with a large dressing area, custom California walk in closets and an exquisite windowed bathroom clad in floor-to-ceiling Calacatta Gold, Nero Gold, and Tundra Grey marble, accented by Haisa marble mosaics. Spa-level appointments include Lefroy Brooks fixtures, a freestanding soaking tub, double-sink vanity, and radiant heated floors.\n\nThree additional bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom, provide comfort and privacy throughout the home. These baths are finished with Lefroy Brooks fixtures, Glassos tile floors and walls, custom frameless medicine cabinets, Kohler under-mount porcelain sinks, Duravit by Starck wall-mounted toilets, and Kohler under-mount bathtubs with polished Glassos slab decks within the showers.\nAn elegant powder room for guests, finished in Nordic Grey Stone slab with a polished Glassos countertop atop a nickel vanity pedestal, along with a discreet laundry area equipped with a Bosch washer and dryer, completes the residence.\n\nAdditional highlights include five-inch herringbone floors with walnut inlay in the living areas, double-paned insulated windows, 10-foot ceilings, individual climate control in every room, Valli & Valli hardware, and Lefroy Brooks fixtures throughout. The residence is fully pre-wired for motorized window shades, advanced home automation, and purchaser-installed AV systems, with access to Time Warner Cable or Verizon Fios.\n\nOriginally built in 1901 by William Waldorf, The Astor is a distinguished turn-of-the-century landmark condominium that has been masterfully reimagined by Pembrooke & Ives Architects. The transformation seamlessly blends contemporary sophistication with classic pre-war elegance, while incorporating modern conveniences to meet today’s lifestyle expectations.\n\nThis pet-friendly, full-service building offers a comprehensive suite of amenities, including a 24-hour concierge, a live-in resident manager, a spacious fitness center, and a children’s playroom, among other thoughtful features. Ideally situated in the heart of the Upper West Side landmark district, The Astor is surrounded by everyday conveniences, charming cafés, cultural institutions, major transportation, and beloved green spaces. Citarella, Fairway and Trader Joe\'s are just outside your door, with Zabar’s a short stroll north and the 72nd Street subway station only three blocks south. Wellness and fitness options such as SoulCycle and Upper West Side Yoga and Wellness are also nearby.\n\nAn extraordinary array of cultural and dining experiences awaits just beyond the lobby, including the American Museum of Natural History, Lincoln Center, the Metropolitan Opera House, The Beacon Theatre, and The New-York Historical Society. The neighborhood is equally celebrated for its exceptional dining scene, featuring favorites such as Tavern on the Green, Levain Bakery, Café Luxembourg, Sushi of Gari, Barney Greengrass, Bar Boulud, Peacefood, and many more—offering an unparalleled Upper West Side lifestyle.\n\nThe apartment has been lightly used as