About this home

Beautifully renovated 20-foot-wide townhouse on one of the Upper West Side's most beautiful Central Park blocks! This spectacular six-story townhouse at 53 West 88th Street has been meticulously renovated by renowned architect Steven Harris, with interiors by Clodagh. Offering approximately 8,000 square feet of interior space and 1,000 square feet of outdoor space, this exceptional home has grand entertaining rooms, soaring ceilings, incredible natural light, and the convenience of an elevator serving every level. The house combines the elegance and scale of a classic Upper West Side townhouse with stunning contemporary interiors. The garden level features a fabulous formal dining room with bay window, beautiful wood floors and wonderful proportions, easily accommodating both intimate dinners and large gatherings. Beyond the dining room is the gorgeous chef's kitchen, featuring warm wood cabinetry, an oversized center island with white countertops and seating, open shelving, and top-of-the-line appliances including a professional six-burner range. Beyond the kitchen is a separate breakfast area and informal lounging area. A wall of glass opens to the large garden and allows natural light to flood into the kitchen area. A butler's pantry, powder room, and additional storage complete this floor. The grand parlor floor offers 11-foot-high ceilings and two beautifully proportioned living rooms. The front living room faces south onto the charming tree-lined street and features a bay window, contemporary fireplace and custom built-ins. At the rear of the house is a magnificent, more formal living room with another fireplace and floor-to-ceiling glass doors opening onto a private terrace overlooking the garden. These two distinct living rooms offer excellent separation between formal and more casual living spaces and provide maximum living and entertaining opportunities. The third floor is devoted to the spectacular primary suite. The tranquil north-facing bedroom has an enormous picture window overlooking the gorgeous landscaped garden, a modern fireplace, and is filled with lovely natural light. The suite includes two luxurious bathrooms connected by a unique oversized walk-through shower with multiple shower heads. There are two walk-in closets/ a separate dressing area, and fantastic custom built-ins. The south-facing library or additional bedroom on this floor has its own en-suite bathroom, excellent closet space, and charming views out of a bay window. The fourth floor has two large bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom and excellent closet space. The sunny south-facing bedroom has custom built-ins, while the north-facing bedroom opens onto a private terrace overlooking the garden. A separate laundry room is also conveniently located on this level. The fifth floor offers two additional bedrooms, including a bright south-facing bedroom with an en-suite bathroom and generous closet space. The north-facing bedroom has a large walk-in closet. This floor also includes a kitchenette and an additional bathroom. At the top of the house, the sixth floor features a sun-filled enclosed sitting room with access to two elegantly landscaped roof decks facing north and south. These spectacular outdoor spaces offer open City views and ample space for outdoor dining, lounging, and entertaining. The sitting room also includes built-in Murphy beds, a bathroom, and additional storage. The finished lower level provides even more flexible living space, including an enormous recreation or media room, a gym, a laundry room, and substantial storage. Additional special features of this fabulous home include a sophisticated smart-home system, multi-zone heating and air conditioning, and an alarm system. 53 West 88th Street is ideally located on one of the Upper West Side's most desirable Park blocks, just moments from Central Park, the American Museum of Natural History, and some of the neighborhood's best restaurants, shopping, and schools. This

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Schools

• PS 84 Lillian Weber

  elementary · K-5 · 0.2 mi

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• Dwight School

  elementary · PK-12 · 0.1 mi

• Frank McCourt High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.2 mi

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• Urban Assembly School for Green Careers

  high · 9-12 · 0.2 mi

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• Innovation Diploma Plus

  high · 10-12 · 0.2 mi

  1

• The Global Learning Collaborative

  high · 9-12 · 0.2 mi

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Price history

• Nov 5, 2026 · Listed$14,850,000

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