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SOLD FOR $3,125,000

· Closed April 17, 2018

27 W 72ND Street #205
Closed For Sale Condo

$3,125,000

$1,738 per sq ft

27 W 72ND Street #205

Upper West Side, Manhattan

Olcott, The

MLS® #RLS10015158

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

1,798

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Living Area 1,798 sq ft
Year Built 1925
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $1,943/mo
Property Taxes $29,448/yr
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 6
Baths null Full
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE
Year Built 1925
Living Area 1,798 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1125-1214

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 14, 2017 $3,750,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 28, 2017 $3,250,000 -13.3%
Currently Apr 29, 2026 $3,125,000 -3.8%

Description

Move right into this renovated 3 bedroom/3 bathroom prewar home at the coveted Olcott Condominium. This gracious residence is approximately 1,800 square feet and boasts a proper entry foyer, an open kitchen, oversized rooms and lovely treetop views over 72nd Street. Other details include CitiQuiet windows (in the living room & den), Waterworks bathrooms, an abundance of closets, white oak hardwood flooring, a washer/dryer and individually controlled heating and air conditioning systems. Built in 1925, the Olcott is a full service prewar condominium with a beautifully restored grand lobby, children's playroom and a fitness room. This central Upper West Side location is half a block to Central Park, all major transportation (the 1, 2, 3, B & C Subway Lines) and some of the West Side's best restaurants and gourmet markets including Fairway, Citarella and Trader Joe's.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,943/mo
RE Taxes $29,448/yr ($2,454/mo)
Original Price $3,750,000
Sale Price $3,125,000
Previous Price $3,250,000

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

588

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,460

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

38

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

76

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

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Location

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27 W 72ND Street #205, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5B
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $90,180
Land Value: $16,620
Exemptions: $1,420

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 3,420 SF
Built FAR: 1.71
Allowed FAR: 1.5

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $1,943 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $29,448, or roughly $2,454 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,798 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

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

At the current list price of $3,125,000 for 1,798 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,738. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10015158
First Listed: 9/14/2017
Price Changed: 10/28/2017
Closed: 4/17/2018
Contract Date: 9/14/2017

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Wendy Sarasohn

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9366

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