Who famous lives in Central Park?

Lots of stars live and hang out in the Central Park area, including Antonio Banderas, Trey Anastasio, Al Sharpton, Tony Danza, Bobby Flay, Anne Hathaway, Regis Philbin, Yoko Ono, Gayle King, Mark Ruffalo, Michael Strahan, Madonna, and Jordan Peele.



While "living in the park" itself is reserved for the Commissioner of Parks or resident staff, the buildings immediately lining Central Park are home to a staggering number of celebrities. In 2026, the Upper West Side remains a comedy and acting hub: Jerry Seinfeld still resides at The Beresford (211 Central Park West), while Steve Martin and Bono have homes in the iconic twin-towered San Remo. On the "Billionaires' Row" of 57th Street, the ultra-luxurious Central Park Tower and 220 Central Park South house figures like Sting and billionaire Ken Griffin. Other notable residents with park views include Yoko Ono at The Dakota and Robert De Niro in various luxury units nearby. These residents pay a premium for "the backyard of Manhattan," enjoying exclusive views of the 843-acre greenery from their floor-to-ceiling windows.

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