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SOLD FOR $4,500,000

· Closed October 11, 2016

40 W 72nd Street #152-154
Closed For Sale Co-op

$4,500,000

$1,731 per sq ft

40 W 72nd Street #152-154

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE BANCROFT

MLS® #RLS10064891

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

5

Bedrooms

4

Baths

2,600

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 2,600 sq ft
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $6,921/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 15 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 9
Baths 4 Full
Floor 15 of 15
View City
Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE
Year Built 1926
Living Area 2,600 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 11, 2016 $4,350,000 -
Currently May 8, 2026 $4,500,000 +3.4%

Description

This masterful combination of three apartments at the Bancroft brings together the most essential elements of apartment living. Situated on the 15th floor high above West 72nd Street, light pours in throughout the day through three distinct exposures gazing out to The Dakota, San Remo and the midtown skyline. Entering the Great Room through the Gallery, the eye is immediately drawn to over 40 feet of open living space and airy views of city and sky. Thoughtfully located pocket doors create rooms that naturally flow into one another allowing for the daily interplay of light throughout the home. With 4 to 5 bedrooms, four with en-suite bathrooms, this home offers the ultimate in versatility and finishing for today's most exacting purchaser. No detail has been overlooked or expense spared in the finishes, particularly with respect to custom millwork. Built in cabinetry pairs white oak and white corian to cohesively connect all of the spaces. The kitchen is equipped with a Viking stove and range hood, Liebherr refrigerator, and Miele dishwasher and washer dryer. The apartment has central air conditioning with supplemental built-in units to ensure maximum temperature control. The Bancroft is a 17 story cooperative on the prestigious West 72nd Street park block with a direct entrance to Central Park and Strawberry Fields. Pets and pied-e-terre purchases are permitted. Shown by appointment only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $6,921/mo
Original Price $4,350,000
Sale Price $4,500,000
Previous Price $4,350,000

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

579

Median Asking Price

$1.78M

Median $/Sqft

$1,608

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

18

Price Reduced

38%

Sold (30 Days)

82

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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Location

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40 W 72nd Street #152-154, 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
R4A
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $101,760
Land Value: $18,540
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,720 SF
Building Area: 2,640 SF
Built FAR: 0.71
Allowed FAR: 1

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 monthly maintenance are $6,921 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 2,600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

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.

At the current list price of $4,500,000 for 2,600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,731. 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: RLS10064891
First Listed: 6/11/2016
Price Changed: 10/11/2016
Closed: 10/11/2016
Contract Date: 6/11/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Benjamin Gernandt

Listing Contact: (347) 385-2699

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