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SOLD FOR $1,350,000

Listed at $1,395,000 · Sold 3.2% below asking · Closed November 27, 2019

40 W 72nd Street #118
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,395,000

40 W 72nd Street #118

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE BANCROFT

MLS® #RLS10571941

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,373.86/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 11 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 11 of 15
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1124-1002-00040-000-0000118

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 6, 2019 $1,795,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $1,395,000 -22.3%

Description

Gracious 11th floor 4.5 room home located at The Bancroft at 40 West 72nd Street next to Central Park in prime Upper West Side neighborhood. Features of this sunny prewar include three exposures (North, South and West), renovated cooks kitchen with top of the line appliances, two recently renovated baths, beautifully restored hardwood floors, 9' foot beamed ceilings, California style closets and new Miele washer/dryer.The Bancroft is a full service, pet friendly co-op with a 24 hour doorman, live-in super, bike room, storage bins available for a fee, and central laundry room. The building is located half a block from Central Park and many transportation options. Trader Joe's, Fairway and Citarella are located close by, along with fine dining and world class boutiques. There are several fitness centers within a few blocks, including New York Sports Club on 73rd Street and Equinox on 67th Street which features amenities such as a pool and rock climbing wall. Apartment 118 at 40 West 72nd Street is A MUST SEE!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building THE BANCROFT
Total Units 142
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,373.86/mo
Original Price $1,795,000
Sale Price $1,350,000

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

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Active Listings

584

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,445

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

66

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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40 W 72nd Street #118, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE

Floor Plans

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $3,373.86 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1926, making it approximately 100 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10571941
First Listed: 3/6/2019
Closed: 11/27/2019
Contract Date: 3/6/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Greg Kammerer

Listing Contact: (917) 653-5047

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