Milton Coste

Licensed Real Estate Associate Broker

(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $830,000

· Closed June 26, 2023

40 W 72ND Street #86
Closed For Sale Co-op

$830,000

40 W 72ND Street #86

Upper West Side, Manhattan

null

MLS® #RLS10860879

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,808/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 8 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 8 of 15
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Year Built 1926
Parcel # 1124-1002-00040-000-0000086

Description

Spectacularly bright and peaceful, mint condition one bedroom, one bathroom home. Pre-war charm meets modern updates and conveniences in this renovated apartment. The welcoming foyer has a large walk-in coat closet/pantry. Professional stainless steel appliances, designer cabinetry, endless storage, and a breakfast bar make the perfect open kitchen. The living room and bedroom have protected southern views over historic townhouses. Expansive and tranquil, the bedroom has a deep walk-in closet. The mosaic marble floor tiled bathroom has been thoughtfully updated and features classic white subway wall tile. A hallway closet provides additional storage.

The Bancroft, a 1925 converted hotel originally designed by famed architect Emery Roth, exemplifies the classic Italian Renaissance style. The pre-war coop features a 24-hour doorman, concierge, live-in resident manager, central laundry, bike storage, and storage. Pets, pied-?-terre, co-purchasing, guarantors, and parents buying for children are allowed.

Prime Upper West Side location across from The Dakota and steps away from prime Central Park. Enjoy the proximity to Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Trader Joe's, Fairway, Citarella, movie theaters, and countless restaurants, bars, and boutique shops. Nearby transportation includes the 1,2,3, B, and C trains and crosstown buses.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dishwasher Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building null
Total Units 142
Stories 15

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,808/mo
Original Price $995,000
Sale Price $830,000
Previous Price $850,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular 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

View Neighborhood

Active Listings

537

Median Asking Price

$1.59M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

21

Price Reduced

19%

Sold (30 Days)

83

Median Sale Price

$1.68M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/2/26, 4:20 PM EST

Similar Listings in Upper West Side

View All

Location

Loading map...

40 W 72ND Street #86, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10860879
First Listed: 9/28/2022
Price Changed: 6/26/2023
Closed: 6/26/2023
Contract Date: 9/28/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Laurie Lewis

Listing Contact: (917) 887-0759

Listing information for certain New York City properties provided courtesy of the Real Estate Board of New York's Residential Listing Service (the "RLS"). The information contained in this listing has not been verified by the RLS and should be verified by the consumer. The listing information provided here is for the consumer's personal, non-commercial use. Retransmission, redistribution or copying of this listing information is strictly prohibited except in connection with a consumer's consideration of the purchase and/or sale of an individual property. This listing information is not verified for authenticity or accuracy and is not guaranteed and may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. ©2026 The Real Estate Board of New York, Inc., all rights reserved. This advertisement does not suggest that the broker has a listing in this property or properties or that any property is currently available.

Broker Commission Disclosure: Broker commissions are not set by law and are fully negotiable.

Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

RLS Data display by Keller Williams NYC. Data last updated on 4/2/2026 at 8:20 PM UTC

Buying a Co-op? Start Here

Co-op vs. Condo: Which Is Right for You?

Ownership structure, board approval, financing: the full comparison.

Read article

HDFC Co-ops: Complete Guide

Income limits, resale caps, and how to qualify for affordable co-ops.

Read article

NYC Real Estate Market Report 2026

Data-driven analysis of prices, inventory, and trends across NYC.

Read article

Interested in this property?

Get a response within 2 hours

Your info is secure and never shared.

View Active Listings Call Milton