The former New York City home of legendary screen icon Raquel Welch is embarking on a remarkable second life in the upper echelons of Manhattan real estate. The late actress’s former residence at 200 Central Park South has been expansively reimagined, having been joined with the neighboring unit and completely overhauled into a sprawling, five-bedroom luxury spread that spans approximately 5,500 square feet.
Welch, a defining pop-culture fixture who passed away in 2023 at the age of 82, is believed to have owned apartment 32AB within the storied building during the 1980s. Decades later, Vision Development acquired that historical unit in 2022, followed by the acquisition of the adjoining apartment, 32C, in 2023. The developer systematically combined the spaces into a magnificent, full-floor residence that captures the grandeur of classic Manhattan living while integrating contemporary design and amenities. The newly finished pad has now officially landed on the market with a hefty asking price of $25 million. According to the listing team, this figure commands the highest asking price ever recorded for a residential unit within the building.
The crown jewel of the freshly minted residence is undeniably its sweeping, panoramic vistas. Boasting windows that face all four cardinal directions, the apartment offers a mesmerizing visual experience of New York City. On one side, the home looks out over an impressive expanse of more than 70 feet of Central Park frontage, allowing residents to observe the seasonal transformations of the city’s most famous green space. In the opposite direction, the windows frame views toward Times Square, with the iconic Manhattan skyline filling the magnificent panorama in between. Furthermore, the layout is designed with modern adaptability in mind; sophisticated sliding glass panels can be utilized to seamlessly separate a portion of the vast living area, creating a private fifth bedroom or a dedicated home office depending on the resident’s needs.
Beyond the views and the square footage, the interior has been outfitted with top-tier finishes and bespoke details tailored for modern luxury. The gourmet kitchen serves as a culinary centerpiece, featuring sleek custom wood cabinetry, premium stone countertops, a generous central island equipped with integrated seating, and a suite of high-end Gaggenau appliances. Meanwhile, the primary bedroom suite offers a private sanctuary, complete with expansive walk-in closets and a spa-like marble bathroom outfitted with luxurious heated floors. Additional custom elements sprinkled throughout the expansive floor plan include three contemporary electric fireplaces that add warmth and architectural interest, alongside a custom infrared sauna designed for ultimate wellness and relaxation.
For Brandon Bogard, co-founder of the Bogard New York Team at Serhant, witnessing the apartment’s dramatic metamorphosis from a raw construction site into a finished masterpiece has been a uniquely rewarding experience. Bogard is co-listing the elite property alongside Mallory Bogard and Carol Raskin of Compass.
Reflecting on the completion of the project, Bogard noted that watching the transformation of 200 Central Park South from the studs up to its current polished state has been an extreme joy. He emphasized the unparalleled nature of the vistas, noting that the vantage point affords residents the rare opportunity to witness the iconic Times Square ball drop live on New Year’s Eve while simultaneously taking in the tranquil, shifting colors of Central Park across the seasons, concluding that it truly does not get more classic or iconic in terms of New York real estate.
Welch’s enduring legacy in Hollywood remains as vibrant as her former addresses. Rising to international fame during the 1960s, she cemented her status as a global icon through memorable performances in cinematic adventures such as Fantastic Voyage and One Million Years B.C. Her striking appearance in the latter film wearing a prehistoric fur bikini instantly propelled her into the upper echelon of pop-culture stardom. Over a career spanning decades, she continually proved her dramatic range, eventually capturing a Golden Globe Award for her memorable role in The Three Musketeers and remaining a beloved and familiar face in American entertainment.
The newly listed Manhattan apartment is not the only property tied to the legendary actress to change hands in recent years. In April 2025, a charming Mediterranean-style villa situated within Los Angeles’s desirable Beverly Glen neighborhood officially found a buyer, selling for $3.1 million. Welch had originally acquired that West Coast residence back in 2009 for $2.5 million. When it was initially introduced to the Los Angeles market, it carried an asking price hovering around $4 million before sellers adjusted expectations and reduced the figure to $3.7 million ahead of the successful sale.
The Central Park South residence itself resides within a distinguished, full-service cooperative building originally designed by the architectural firm Wechsler & Schimenti and successfully completed in 1963. The landmark building offers its affluent residents a comprehensive suite of white-glove amenities, including a stately circular driveway for effortless arrivals, a 24-hour doorman, a modern fitness center, a communal rooftop terrace for taking in cityscapes, convenient valet services, secure bike storage, and a fully equipped on-site parking garage.
