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SOLD FOR $515,000

Listed at $525,000 · Sold 1.9% below asking · Closed August 3, 2021

520 E 72ND Street #5H
Closed For Sale Co-op

$525,000

520 E 72ND Street #5H

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10677697

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1963

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1963
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,228/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 18

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 18
Exposure South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Cross Street YORK AVENUE AND FDR DRIVE
Year Built 1963
Parcel # 1483-0038-00520-000-000005H

Description

520 East 72nd Street #5H - the best deal for a renovated Junior 4 w/ sleeping alcove with low maintenance in an amenity building on the Upper East Side. Residence 5H is currently lived in as a cozy 1BR with sleeping alcove that can easily be configured as a 1BR + home office, a functional setup for this pin-drop quiet home. In mint condition, the south-facing home receives ample natural sunlight throughout the day. Enter to a formal foyer with a deep closet, followed by a dining space and another enormous closet which can be opened up to expand the dining area. Flow seamlessly to the large living room by which one enters the main bedroom, also facing south and equipped with a tall walk-in closet. HVAC units in both rooms free your windows from obstructions. The redesigned kitchen incorporates cabinetry on all sides, a tiled backsplash, a full-sized gas range, refrigerator, and dishwasher. Last but not least, a crisply remodeled bathroom with a large soaking tub to luxuriate in after a day of work. Hardwood floors and Hunter Douglas Duo-Lite shades. 520 East 72nd Street Owners Corp is a full-service cooperative built in 1963 that offers a full-time doorman, concierge, live-in super, laundry room, bike room, garage, and garden. Co-purchasers, guarantors, gifting, pieds-a-terre, and subletting allowed for 2 out of 5 years. 70% financing allowed. Pets permitted. Situated on 72nd Street between York Avenue and the East River Promenade, the building is located next to a serene cul-de-sac park. The Second Avenue subway line (Q) is just two blocks away as well as multiple crosstown buses on the corner of 72nd Street. Be on the same block as Sotheby's auction house, famed restaurants, and other world class institutions. Enjoy the convenience of every shop and store at your fingertips. Assessment of $157 through 12/31/21 Come experience 520 East 72nd Street #5H today

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Garden

Building Information

Total Units 242
Stories 18

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,228/mo
Original Price $539,000
Sale Price $515,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

328

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,532

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

31%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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520 E 72ND Street #5H, Upper East Side, New York County • Near YORK AVENUE AND FDR DRIVE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10677697
First Listed: 9/29/2020
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 8/3/2021
Contract Date: 10/22/2020

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Simon Wong

Listing Contact: (917) 306-3786

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