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If a description of 498 West End Ave had to be limited to one word, it would be exceptionalism. With multiple three, four and five bedroom floor plans available, the residences in this building are grandly proportioned. The level of workmanship, artistry and imagination visible throughout this building are thanks to the hard work of CetraRuddy Architecture and the rest of the team behind this project of unrivaled inventiveness.
HistoryHistory
The history of 498 West End Ave can be traced all the way back to 1910. In 2012, the building was purchased by Samson Management for $52.5 million. Their renovation of the building included restoring its lovely facade, as well as getting the Landmarks Preservation Commission to approve a 4,000 square foot addition.
ArchitectureArchitecture
CetraRuddy Architecture focused on creating what they refer to as a New Design Vernacular. Specifically, they turned 498 West End Ave into space where light mixes with elegant materials to infuse traditional forms with new life. As soon as you see the building and then enter it, you’re immediately met with elements like a landmarked ornamental marquee with glass canopy and period wrought iron doors that pay homage to the building’s history while also adding a modern dose of luxury.
ResidencesResidences
The team behind 498 West End Ave took the magnificent bones of this exquisite turn-of-the-20th-century building and combined them with the most desirable modern finishes.
White oak floors can be found throughout the kitchen, dining room and living room. Other features of the kitchen include custom chocolate-stained oak cabinetry, Calacatta marble slap backsplash and countertop, and under mount stainless steel sink. The master bathroom is an oasis of honed marble floors and polished marble walls, while secondary bathrooms are available with either a 60-inch tub or walk-in shower by Kohler.
Amenities
Residents can enjoy a great fitness room that features cardio workstations and an exercise space. There’s also a really fun kid’s activity center that has a wood-peg wall. Additional amenities include a bike room, live-in super and available storage.
AvailabilityAvailability
There are currently nine available units at 498 West End Ave. The first three units all feature 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. All of the units offer 1,682 square feet of space, and range in price from $3.13M to $3.4M. The next three units have 4 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms. Ranging in size from 3,347 to 3,545 square feet, the prices for these units go from $7.55M to $7.795M. Other available units include:
- 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with 2,136 square feet for $4.25M
- 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms with 3,784 square feet for $8.325M
- 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms with 3,784 square feet for $9.075M
NeighborhoodNeighborhood
498 West End Ave is located in Manhattan’s Upper West Side. This prime location in one of the city’s most coveted neighborhoods puts the building in close proximity to Riverside Park, as well as a long list of destinations that exemplify why New York City is a place where people from across the globe dream about living.