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SOLD FOR $10,000,000

· Closed April 3, 2019

117 E 72ND Street #9th Floor
Closed For Sale Co-op

$10,000,000

117 E 72ND Street #9th Floor

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10886686

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

6

Bedrooms

6

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 6
Lot Size 8,173 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $13,994/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 14
Baths 6 Full
Floor 9 of 15
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 8,173 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 3, 2018 $12,500,000 -
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $10,000,000 -20.0%

Description

Gloriously sunny and bright 14 room, high floor simplex distinguished by sunny southern exposures over East 72nd Street and open city views to the North. The extremely gracious and versatile layout of this sprawling apartment is further enhanced by an abundance of original architectural details. Accessed via a private elevator landing, the rectangular Gallery opens to three wonderfully proportioned entertaining rooms. The very large Living Room and gracious wood paneled Library, each boasting wood burning fireplaces, enjoy loads of Southern sunlight. Equally impressive is the elegant Dining Room. The private quarters are currently comprised of a marvelous Master Bedroom Suite that includes a Bedroom with a fireplace as well as a proper corner Study, a cozy Dressing Room and two Bathrooms, along with tremendous amounts of closet space. There are four additional Bedrooms with ample closet space and three Baths all situated off of a central bedroom hallway. A Breakfast Room with lovely skyline views, a full sized Laundry and two Staff Rooms plus a Bath are adjacent to the enormous Kitchen which enjoys city views to the North. This splendid residence resonates with possibilities and is ready to be re-imagined by your architect or designer. 117 East 72nd Street is highly regarded white-glove, prewar cooperative building built in 1928 and boasts a superb and coveted location in the heart of the Upper East Side.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 18
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $13,994/mo
Original Price $12,500,000
Sale Price $10,000,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, 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

343

Median Asking Price

$1.52M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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117 E 72ND Street #9th Floor, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $154,260
Land Value: $24,780
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,650 SF
Building Area: 4,100 SF
Built FAR: 0.88
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $13,994 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 6 bedrooms and 6 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1927, making it approximately 99 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: RLS10886686
First Listed: 10/3/2018
Closed: 4/3/2019
Contract Date: 10/3/2018

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Serena Boardman

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7611

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