The Dakota, completed in 1884 and located on the Upper West Side at 1 West 72nd Street, is one of New York City’s most iconic residential buildings. Designed by architect Henry Janeway Hardenbergh, the Dakota was among the city’s first luxury apartment buildings, introducing features that were revolutionary at the time, including large private apartments, high ceilings, and modern amenities for the era. Its striking German Renaissance–inspired design, with ornate gables, carved stonework, and a distinctive courtyard, set it apart from other buildings of the period.
The Dakota quickly became a symbol of prestige and exclusivity, attracting prominent residents such as actors, musicians, and socialites. Its cultural significance was cemented by its association with countless notable residents like John Lennon, Paul Simon, and Judy Garland, and films like Rosemary’s Baby, further embedding it in Manhattan’s architectural and popular culture legacy. With the Dakota’s storied legacy, the rarity of Unit #33 is underscored as it comes to market for $24 million— for the first time in over 40 years.
Inside Unit #33
Like the iconic Dakota itself, 1 West 72nd Street Unit #33 is a sight to behold. A 10-room corner listing with 3 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms, this home has impeccable architectural details – many of which are original.
Stretching 110 feet of Central Park frontage, it is one of the largest apartments in the building and on the market for the first time in over 40 years. The listing is currently represented by Brown Harris Stevens Agent John Burger.
Upon entering this grand residence, you’re immediately enveloped in the elegance of the 19th century, where historic craftsmanship has been masterfully preserved.
Through the mahogany-paneled vestibule, the home’s Central Park-facing library hosts an original fireplace and accessible through pocket doors.
From the original 600-square-foot parlor with its soaring 13.6-foot ceilings to the stunning wood-burning fireplace—one of five gracing the home—every detail evokes the timeless charm of a bygone era.
Across the gallery lies an impressive 24-foot formal dining room, complete with a fireplace and original pocket doors, overlooking the Dakota’s enchanting interior courtyard and fountains.
The architect-designed chef’s eat-in kitchen seamlessly blends historic charm with modern functionality, featuring top-of-the-line Thermador and Bosch appliances, an eight-burner Garland range, and abundant counter space. The kitchen also features a breakfast area, and the adjacent staff room offers an en-suite bath with a separate laundry room.
The private bedroom wing offers two secondary bedrooms with lovely park views and a shared bath. The expansive primary suite spans the entire southern wing, showcasing sweeping Central Park vistas, dual en-suite baths, and two wood-burning fireplaces—one in the sitting room and another in the bedroom. Altogether, it forms a private sanctuary of exceptional scale, comfort, and serenity.
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