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Great Garbo’s apartment at The Campanile, 450 East 52nd Street

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Location: The Campanile - East 52nd Street, New York, United States  Building  The Campanile residental building Van Wart & Wein
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Great Garbo’s apartment at The Campanile, 450 East 52nd Street


The Campanile, located at 450 East 52nd Street in New York City, is an elegant, historic building completed in 1927 by architects Van Wart & Wein. With its distinctive design inspired by classic Italian architecture, the structure features a tall, narrow tower and intricate terracotta detailing. The Campanile stands out in the Midtown East skyline, offering residents views of both the East River and Central Park. Originally built as a luxury residential building, it remains an exclusive address to this day. The building is notable for its privacy and prestigious reputation, having been home to several prominent individuals, including the iconic actress Greta Garbo. The Campanile’s rich history and timeless architectural style make it a significant landmark in New York City’s residential landscape.

In October 1953, Greta Garbo bought a seven-room apartment on the fifth floor of The Campanile at 450 East 52nd Street, New York. She struggled to secure the apartment, admitting to a friend that the building’s residents weren’t fond of actresses. However, her friends, George and Valentina Schlee, who lived on the ninth floor, may have helped her get in.

The apartment’s location was perfect for Garbo, at the end of a quiet Manhattan cul-de-sac with unobstructed views of the East River. The building, a cooperative with 16 apartments, had a storied history of colorful residents. Garbo enjoyed being centrally located, with nearby access to shops, museums, and Central Park. The building's secluded yet central location provided a sense of security for her, especially during her daily walks.

Garbo's investment of $38,000 in 1953 would be valued over $1 million by the 1990s.





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The Campanile
The Campanile

Name:The Campanile
Building type:residental building
Designer / Architect:Van Wart & Wein
Built year:1927
Architectural style:Renaissance Revival
The Campanile, located at 450 East 52nd Street in New York City, is an elegant, historic building completed in 1927 by architects Van Wart & Wein. With its distinctive design inspired by classic Italian architecture, the structure features a tall, narrow tower and intricate terracotta detailing.




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