The Brentmore

The Brentmore is an apartment building on Central Park West in Manhattan with a U-shaped layout featuring two wings connected by a narrow courtyard. The structure follows a classical three-part composition with a defined base, central shaft, and ornamental capital typical of French Beaux Arts design.

The building was constructed in 1909 and designed by architects Schwartz and Gross in the French Beaux Arts style. In 1927, architect Emery Roth added a penthouse pavilion that extended the original composition.

The name references Brentmore Avenue in Brooklyn, a connection to the origins of early residents who moved into this location. The building served as a magnet for prominent musicians and actors seeking elegant urban living spaces.

The building contains 28 private residential units ranging from about 1,900 to 6,600 square feet with 11-foot ceilings throughout. Most units feature views of Central Park or the cityscape, and the courtyard design provides natural light and ventilation.

In the building's early years around 1915, three-bedroom units were rented at different price points depending on their layout and position within the structure. A standard apartment commanded lower rent than a duplex unit, reflecting the premium placed on size and vertical space.

Location: Manhattan

Architects: Schwartz & Gross

GPS coordinates: 40.77420,-73.97782

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:42