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SOLD FOR $575,000

· Closed November 16, 2022

59 E 72ND Street #2B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$575,000

59 E 72ND Street #2B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10853541

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Listing by Engel & Volkers New York Real Estate LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1886

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Lot Size 4,125 sq ft
Year Built 1886
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,149/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1886)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 5
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1886
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 4,125 sq ft
Parcel # 1387-0033-00059-000-000002B

Description

**Central Park 1.5 blocks away, 4 blocks to subway, prime Upper East Side** Upper East Side/Lenox Hill: sunny Pre-War 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath home in one of the most sought-after areas in Manhattan. Clean and bright, from a wall of South-facing windows, the charming home features extra high (approx. 9.5 high) ceilings, hardwood floors, and dishwasher, with open views from the second floor of trees and stately residential buildings along the double-wide street (= more light/air). The building, an established boutique co-op with elevator, has just undergone a brand-new lobby renovation, and offers laundry services and additional storage. There is currently an assessment of $488.66. Situated in the prime, classic Upper East Side, the location is in the heart of a neighborhood celebrated for its restaurants, museums, and designer boutiques, as well as for its easy proximity to all forms of transportation and the four-season enjoyment of Central Park. Pets welcome.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Total Units 19
Stories 5
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,149/mo
Original Price $699,000
Sale Price $575,000
Previous Price $610,000

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

309

Median Asking Price

$1.39M

Median $/Sqft

$1,476

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

8

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

27

Median Sale Price

$1.44M

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59 E 72ND Street #2B, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10853541
First Listed: 11/3/2021
Price Changed: 1/4/2023
Closed: 11/16/2022
Contract Date: 11/3/2021

Listing Courtesy of Engel & Volkers New York Real Estate LLC - Paul Gavriani

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