Built in 1929 by the grandfather of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis--who lived there as a child- … "Julie Zeveloff wrote an earlier version of this story. AP, Getty Images The average listing price per square foot Built in 1929 by the grandfather of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis While some of New York's richest have decided to invest in the shiny new luxury condos available on By clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Business Insider Built in 1929 by the grandfather of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis — who lived there as a child — 740 Park has just 31 residences that have commanded some of the highest real estate prices in New York history. The building was constructed in 1929 by James T. Lee, the grandfather of Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis – Onassis lived there as a child – and was designed by Rosario Candela and Arthur Loomis Harmon; Harmon became a partner of the newly named Shreve, Lamb and Harmon during the year of construction. REUTERS/Eduardo Munoz Zillow, Getty Images
A leading-edge research firm focused on digital transformation.On a quiet, tree-lined block on the Upper East Side, 740 Park Avenue rises up: a legendary address, at one time considered (and, perhaps, still) the most important residential building in New York City.The Art Deco co-op has been home to many of New York's most notable figures since it opened its doors in the 1930s.