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historic Manhattan apartment once owned by Hollywood legend Douglas Fairbanks Jr. has relisted for $1.2 million, a significant drop from its original asking price of $1.75 million in 2023.
Located in the iconic Beekman building on Park Avenue, this 2,100-square-foot co-op boasts an impressive history, having hosted esteemed guests like Sir Laurence Olivier and the Duke of Wellington in its expansive living room. The room now serves as a stunning showpiece, flooded with natural light and designed for grand entertaining.
Fairbanks' personal story is deeply intertwined with the apartment's history. In a 1989 interview from this very space, he reflected on his time serving in World War I, which he considered the most meaningful years of his life. The apartment's notable features include herringbone wood floors, 9-foot ceilings, and a marble fireplace imported from England.
The three-bedroom, three-bath residence is rich in architectural detail and historic charm. A formal foyer leads into a library with classic sensibilities, while pocket doors open to an adjacent room with its own ensuite bath and built-in storage. The midcentury kitchen has been updated, and the primary bedroom features two walk-in closets and a windowed bathroom.
The Beekman building offers full-service convenience, including daily housekeeping and utilities, as well as access to a gym, laundry facilities, and a full-time doorman and concierge services. A new restaurant by Daniel Boulud is set to open in the building's ground-floor commercial space. Located near Central Park and Madison Avenue shopping, this apartment offers a rare blend of cinematic provenance and luxury living.
Fairbanks' illustrious career spanned adventure classics like "The Prisoner of Zenda" and "Gunga Din," cementing his status as a Hollywood legend. His personal life was equally high-profile, with a first marriage to actress Joan Crawford. The Marcus-Wells Team at Corcoran and Amy Goldberger of Compass hold the listing in a co-exclusive arrangement.
