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SOLD FOR $1,165,000

· Closed August 7, 2024

27 W 72ND Street #501
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,165,000

$1,594 per sq ft

27 W 72ND Street #501

Upper West Side, Manhattan

OLCOTT, THE

MLS® #RLS10996222

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

731

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 731 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $992/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 17

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East facing
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 17
Exposure East
Pets DogsOk, Yes
Year Built 1925
Living Area 731 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1125-1248
Block/Lot 01125/1248

Description

Prewar 1BR Jewel Steps from Central Park!

This beautifully renovated home at The Olcott brings tranquility and sophistication with a desirable layout, gracious entranceway, and white oak hardwood floors. The heart of this home is its spacious, open kitchen, featuring custom Italian cabinetry, quartz Caesar Stone countertops, and top-of-the-line appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. Entertain effortlessly around the welcoming breakfast bar. The adjacent area off the kitchen serves as a versatile space for dining, a home office or unwinding with a good book. The oversized spa-like bathroom, situated on the hallway, is adorned with Waterworks finishes, handmade tile, polished nickel fittings, and radiant floor heating. Additional highlights include beamed ceilings, decorative moldings, and recessed lighting. There is ample storage space with custom closets, ensuring both style and functionality. A large private storage space also is included with this apartment.

The Olcott is a Prewar Condominium Tastefully Re-mastered. With its magnificently restored lobby and amenities, The Olcott blends original prewar detailing with stylish modern finishes, inspiring memories of grand elegance yet offering the luxury and conveniences of today. This full-service white glove building offers 24-hour doormen and concierge and an on-site building manager. The Olcott has a renovated residents' lounge/dining room with a catering kitchen, renovated state-of-the-art fitness room, toddlers' playroom, bicycle storage, cold storage for fresh food deliveries, and laundry room on every floor. The Olcott is perfectly located a half block from Central Park and in close proximity to fine dining, cafes, boutique shopping and public transportation. Pets are welcome.

Experience the epitome of luxury living at Apartment 501, where timeless elegance meets modern comfort in one of Manhattan's most coveted locations.

Current assessment of $208.24 through December 2024.




Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Common Playroom Concierge Kitchen Facilities Storage

Building Information

Building OLCOTT, THE
Total Units 158
Stories 17
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Common Charges $992/mo
Original Price $1,250,000
Sale Price $1,165,000
Previous Price $1,195,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Nestled between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides an unparalleled connection to nature within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a vibrant culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

539

Median Asking Price

$1.59M

Median $/Sqft

$1,465

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

24%

Sold (30 Days)

80

Median Sale Price

$1.67M

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27 W 72ND Street #501, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10996222
First Listed: 4/1/2024
On Market: 5/29/2024
Price Changed: 8/7/2024
Closed: 8/7/2024
Contract Date: 4/1/2024

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Cathleen Carmody

Listing Contact: (917) 513-6090

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