Building: 857 Fifth Avenue

Erected on the site of George Gould’s mansion, 857 Fifth Avenue is a stylish post-war white brick building located on 67th Street. The upper floors house large bay windows reminiscent of an ocean-liner, while the lower floors are equipped with large picture windows. The views of Central Park are magnificent. Designed by Robert L. Bien in 1963, this 21-story building has only 17 apartments. Architecture critic Andrew Alpern notes, “⁸⁵⁷ represents a return to the privacy of one apartment to a floor and to the distinct separation of the private bedroom area from the more public entertaining rooms. For parties, the plan affords three very spacious main rooms all of which open onto a large entrance gallery. Two bathrooms are available in this area together with ample closet space.” Full time doorman, garden, rooftop deck and laundry room. Pets allowed. No financing. No transfer fee.

Building Description Provided by Christine M Miller