The Apthorp A Full-Block Italian Renaissance Palazzo on the Upper West Side
Overview
The Apthorp is one of Manhattan's most iconic residential buildings — a full-block Italian Renaissance Revival palazzo built in 1908 by Clinton & Russell for the Astor estate, converted to condominiums circa 2010, and designated a New York City Landmark for its extraordinary architectural and cultural significance. The building occupies the entire block bounded by West 78th and 79th Streets, Broadway and West End Avenue, with its famous wrought-iron gates opening onto a magnificent central courtyard with fountains and landscaped gardens.
The 163 residences feature 11-foot ceilings, mosaic-tiled entry galleries, glass-paneled French doors, decorative fireplaces, and intricate crown moldings — the kind of architectural detail that simply cannot be replicated in new construction. The limestone facade, the grand scale of the courtyard, and the four separately attended lobbies create a living experience that is more akin to a private European palace than a Manhattan apartment building.
The Apthorp's cultural cachet is unmatched on the Upper West Side. Former and current residents include Al Pacino, Nora Ephron, and Lena Horne, and the building has appeared in numerous films and television shows. For buyers seeking a residence with genuine architectural pedigree, historic character, and a sense of place that only a century of distinguished occupancy can provide, The Apthorp stands alone.
The Apthorp at a Glance
2211 Broadway, New York, NY 10024
William Waldorf Astor / Area Property Partners
Clinton & Russell
1908
163
12
Condominium
Upper West Side
The Apthorp Condos for Sale
Why Buyers Choose The Apthorp
The Apthorp attracts buyers who value architectural heritage, cultural significance, and the kind of residential grandeur that simply cannot be built today.
A Full-Block Landmark
The Apthorp occupies an entire city block — a scale of residential development that is essentially impossible to replicate in modern Manhattan. The Italian Renaissance Revival architecture, the wrought-iron gates, and the central courtyard create an arrival experience that no new building can match.
11-Foot Ceilings and Prewar Detail
The 11-foot ceilings, mosaic-tiled galleries, decorative fireplaces, and crown moldings represent a level of craftsmanship from 1908 that simply does not exist in new construction. Buyers who appreciate authentic architectural detail consistently rank these features as the deciding factor.
Cultural Provenance
Al Pacino, Nora Ephron, Lena Horne — The Apthorp's resident roster reads like a who's who of New York cultural life. This provenance adds an intangible but real value to ownership.
Condo Flexibility
Unlike Upper West Side co-ops, The Apthorp's condominium structure offers flexibility for subletting, LLC purchases, and foreign buyers — a significant practical advantage for the modern luxury buyer.
Our Take on The Apthorp
The Apthorp is a building we recommend to buyers who want to live inside a piece of New York history. The full-block Italian Renaissance palazzo, the courtyard with its fountains, the four attended lobbies, the 11-foot ceilings — these are elements that no amount of money can create in a new building. For the buyer who values authenticity, cultural significance, and architectural grandeur over modern amenities and clean-lined minimalism, The Apthorp is without peer on the Upper West Side.
The condo structure is a genuine advantage: unlike the grand prewar co-ops, The Apthorp allows LLC purchases, flexible subletting, and foreign ownership. The 6,500-square-foot amenity suite with spa, fitness, and entertainment spaces provides modern conveniences within the landmark setting. And the location — steps from both Central Park and Riverside Park, with Lincoln Center and the Museum of Natural History nearby — is quintessential Upper West Side.
On the honest side, the building's conversion was not without controversy, and some units show their age more than others. The amenity package, while solid, cannot compete with new developments. The courtyard-facing units can be darker than street-facing ones. And prewar layouts — while charming — may not appeal to buyers who prefer open-concept living. But for the right buyer, these are not drawbacks; they are character.
International Buyers Welcome
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Own a piece of Manhattan history at The Apthorp, the Upper West Side's most distinguished landmark residence. 163 homes. Courtyard living. Timeless luxury. From $3M.
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The Apthorp is a residential building at 2211 Broadway in Upper West Side, Manhattan. Its architectural identity is associated with Clinton & Russell. The development team includes William Waldorf Astor / Area Property Partners. The building was completed or delivered in 1908. The residential collection contains approximately 163 homes. The building rises 12 stories.
The building-specific features highlighted in the current profile include A Full-Block Landmark, 11-Foot Ceilings and Prewar Detail, Cultural Provenance, Condo Flexibility. These distinctions help explain how The Apthorp competes with other luxury properties in Upper West Side, but their value varies by residence, exposure and condition.
The amenity and service program includes areas organized around Central Courtyard, 6,500 SF Amenity Suite, Four Attended Lobbies, Wellness & Fitness, Social & Entertainment. Buyers should confirm which facilities are currently operating, whether reservations or fees apply, and how staffing and amenity costs affect monthly carrying charges.
For a purchase at The Apthorp, the most important due-diligence items are the exact floor plan, natural light and exposure, view protection, renovation condition, taxes, common charges or maintenance, building financials and any transfer or sponsor-related costs. The $3,000,000 price guidance shown for the building is only a starting reference and should not be treated as a valuation for every residence. Current closed-sale evidence and directly comparable active units should guide negotiations.
The Upper West Side setting connects the building with nearby destinations including Upper West Side — Cultural Richness and Residential Character, Parks, Central Park, Riverside Park. The practical value of the location depends on the buyer's daily routes, preferred parks, dining and cultural access, and tolerance for neighborhood activity.
Residence Collection
Classic Residence
1,800 - 3,000 SF
Grand Residence
3,000 - 5,000 SF
Trophy Residence
5,000+ SF
Residences from $3,000,000
World-Class Amenities
Central Courtyard
The Apthorp's magnificent central courtyard with fountains and landscaped gardens is one of the most celebrated residential outdoor spaces in New York — a private oasis visible through the building's iconic wrought-iron gates.
6,500 SF Amenity Suite
A modern amenity space including spa, fitness center, yoga rooms, steam room, sauna, and an entertainment suite with bar and kitchen.
Four Attended Lobbies
Four separately attended lobbies provide multiple points of entry and an exceptional level of security and service.
Wellness & Fitness
- Fitness center
- Yoga and exercise rooms
- Steam room
- Sauna
Social & Entertainment
- Entertainment suite with bar
- Catering kitchen
- Residents' lounge
- Central courtyard
Children
- Children's playroom
- Courtyard play area
- Family-friendly building
- Proximity to Central Park
Services
- Four attended lobbies
- 24-hour doormen
- Package room
- Bicycle storage
Kitchen
- Renovated kitchens in updated units
- Premium appliance packages
- Stone countertops
- Custom cabinetry
Bathrooms
- Spa-inspired renovations available
- Natural stone finishes
- Original tile preserved in some units
- Modern fixtures
Living Spaces
- 11-foot ceilings
- Mosaic-tiled entry galleries
- Decorative fireplaces
- Crown moldings and French doors
Building Heritage
- NYC Designated Landmark
- Italian Renaissance Revival architecture
- Wrought-iron gates and courtyard
- Full city block footprint
The Visionaries
Clinton & Russell
Original Architecture (1908)
Area Property Partners
Conversion Developer
Upper West Side — Cultural Richness and Residential Character
The Upper West Side offers one of Manhattan's most desirable residential environments, combining proximity to Central Park and Riverside Park with world-class cultural institutions, excellent schools, and a neighborhood character that has attracted intellectuals, artists, and families for over a century.
Parks
Central Park and Riverside Park bookend the neighborhood.
Culture
Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and the Beacon Theatre.
Dining
Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue dining.
Transportation
1/2/3 and B/C subway lines.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Apthorp?
The Apthorp is a NYC Designated Landmark built in 1908, occupying a full city block on the Upper West Side. Originally built as a rental by Clinton & Russell for the Astor estate, it was converted to 163 luxury condominiums circa 2010. The building is celebrated for its Italian Renaissance Revival architecture, iconic central courtyard, and cultural significance.
How much do apartments cost?
Prices range from approximately $3 million to $23.5 million, depending on size, floor, renovation status, and views. The average price per square foot ranges from approximately $1,776 to $2,212.
Who has lived at The Apthorp?
The Apthorp has been home to some of New York's most notable cultural figures, including Al Pacino, Nora Ephron, and Lena Horne. The building's cultural cachet is unmatched on the Upper West Side.
Is The Apthorp a co-op or condo?
The Apthorp is a condominium, converted from rental apartments circa 2010. This means buyers have more flexibility regarding subletting, purchasing with an LLC, and foreign ownership compared to Upper West Side co-ops.
What is the courtyard like?
The Apthorp's central courtyard is one of the most celebrated residential outdoor spaces in Manhattan — a landscaped garden with fountains, accessible through the building's iconic wrought-iron gates on Broadway. It provides a private, park-like setting in the heart of the Upper West Side.
What are the ceiling heights?
Residences feature 11-foot ceilings throughout, along with mosaic-tiled entry galleries, glass-paneled French doors, decorative fireplaces, and intricate crown moldings that reflect the building's 1908 construction quality.
Private Availability at The Apthorp
For current availability, pricing history, floor plans, and off-market opportunities at The Apthorp, request a confidential review with our advisory team.
2211 Broadway, New York, NY 10024
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Manhattan Real Estate Market Intelligence
Market Context: Manhattan luxury condominium pricing is segmented by sub-market. The Billionaires’ Row corridor (57th Street, between Park Avenue and Columbus Circle) carries the highest price-per-foot in the United States, with trophy residences trading $4,000-$10,000+ per SF. Downtown Manhattan (Tribeca, West Village, Soho) has its own ultra-luxury tier driven by limited supply of new development. Upper East Side and Upper West Side condo medians sit materially below downtown trophy levels but offer larger floor plates and Central Park access. Pricing in Manhattan is sensitive to interest rates, mansion-tax brackets, and the offering-plan stage of any given building.
Sponsor-direct new development in 2026 includes 80 Clarkson (West Village), 255 East 77th (Upper East Side), 140 Jane (West Village), 1122 Madison (Carnegie Hill), and Mandarin Oriental Fifth Avenue. Completed buildings with sponsor inventory remaining include Central Park Tower, 220 Central Park South, 53 West 53, 111 West 57th, and 50 West 66th. Each carries a distinct sponsor history, construction lender, offering-plan amendment cadence, and 421-a or other tax-abatement status that must be diligenced individually.
Why This Matters: Manhattan’s structural inputs include the New York Attorney General-supervised offering plan process (provides buyer-side procedural protection not available in less-regulated markets), the depth of the resale market (high liquidity at exit), and constrained near-term supply (limited zoning capacity in core sub-markets). Risks to underwrite at contract: mansion-tax bracket inflation above $2M, transfer-tax assumption by buyer on sponsor sales, lot-line and view-corridor exposure on specific lots, condo board sublet and resale policies, and 421-a phase-out schedule where applicable. Status of any individual project, sponsor inventory level, AG offering plan amendment, pricing, or sales percentage should be verified at the time of inquiry.
Key Facts
- Trophy Manhattan condo $/SF range: $1,500-$10,000+
- Billionaires’ Row average $/SF: $4,000-$10,000+
- Downtown trophy (Tribeca/West Village) $/SF: $2,500-$6,000+
- Mansion tax: 1% above $1M, graduated brackets above $2M for buyer
- Typical sponsor contract deposit: 10%-20% at signing
- Standard buyer-attorney review window: 1-3 business days from contract delivery
- Sponsor-side commission: developer pays buyer agent on sponsor sales
- Tax-abatement programs (where applicable): 421-a, J-51, status verified building-by-building
- Foreign-national LLC ownership: common, structured at contract
Buyer Procedure
Manhattan sponsor-sales procedure: reservation form → offering plan delivery → buyer attorney review → contract execution and initial deposit → mortgage commitment (if financed) → closing at delivery. Sponsor-inventory and resale procedures differ; advisory pre-tour planning is recommended.
Manhattan Real Estate FAQs
What is the New York Attorney General offering plan?
The offering plan is the legal document filed with the New York Attorney General that governs the sale of every Manhattan condominium. It defines deposit handling, unit specifications, common charges, real estate taxes, sponsor obligations, and buyer protections. No Manhattan condo sale closes outside the framework of an accepted offering plan; amendments are filed periodically and reviewed by buyer attorneys at contract.
What is sponsor inventory?
Sponsor inventory refers to unsold units still held by the building’s developer (the “sponsor”). Sponsor units are brand-new, never lived-in, and may include negotiable pricing, closing-cost credits, and access to tax-abatement programs where the building has them. Sponsor-side transactions follow the offering plan, not the standard resale contract.
What tax abatements apply in Manhattan?
421-a is the most common Manhattan condo abatement, providing reduced real-estate-tax exposure for 10 to 25 years on qualifying new developments. J-51 applies to specific rehabilitated buildings. Each abatement has a phase-out schedule and building-specific qualification status that must be verified in the offering plan and the most recent tax certificate.
What closing costs apply on a Manhattan condo?
Typical buyer-side closing costs run 2% to 4% of price, including NYC and NYS transfer taxes (often assumed by buyer on sponsor sales), mansion tax (1% above $1M with graduated brackets above $2M), title insurance, buyer attorney fee, mortgage recording tax if financed, and prorated common charges and real estate taxes.
Are common charges the same as HOA fees?
No. Manhattan condos use the term “common charges,” not HOA fees. Common charges fund building operations, staff, amenities, and reserves. Real estate taxes are billed separately by NYC and are not part of common charges.
How does Manhattan Miami get paid on Manhattan transactions?
On sponsor-side new development purchases, the developer pays Manhattan Miami’s buyer-agent commission. Buyer representation is at no out-of-pocket cost to the buyer. On resale transactions, commission arrangements are disclosed at engagement.