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112-20 72ND Drive #D28
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$268,000

112-20 72ND Drive #D28

Forest Hills, Queens

The Balfour

MLS® #RLS20076713

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1956

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1956
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $706/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Forest Hills
Floor 2 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Climate Control: Window Units
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 6
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Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Year Built 1956
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 02252/0010

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 12, 2026 $288,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $268,000 -6.9%

Description

Price improvement to $268,0000. New on market spacious, sunlit studio in excellent condition featuring exceptional custom storage throughout - including a walk-in closet, dedicated built-in shoe storage, and custom TV console. Move right in, furniture included. Apartment features large living room dining area, fully renovated kitchen and windowed bath, 3 closets, and large dressing area. Facing the private lush garden, South- West exposure.

The Balfour is a full-service, well-managed, 6-story co-op with 24-hour doorman , new elevators and live-in superintendent. Beautifully landscaped park like garden and a patio that has chairs and umbrellas private for residents. Building features 3 laundry rooms recently renovated with new machines, garage (wait list), private storage units and bicycle room. Recently added package room with Building -link and a private park run for pets,(2 pet-friendly under 40lbs) and a community room with TV, Wi-Fi and kitchen that can be rented for private parties.The co-op has undertaken several recent improvements, including a new lobby with AC and ramps new sliding front doors and updated hallways throughout the building, a state-of-the-art fitness room with windows, WI- Fi and AC updated hallways, resurfaced roof, new boilers, extensive waterproofing, FIOS, Spectrum and RCN Building is 1/2 block to Queens Boulevard, E & F express stop subway, and short distance to R & M subways, Q60 bus, and LIRR. Less than 30 minutes to mid-Manhattan. Shopping and restaurants close by on Austin Street.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building In Basement

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Bike Storage

Building Information

Building The Balfour
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 221
Stories 6
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $706/mo
Original Price $288,000
Previous Price $288,000

Forest Hills is a sought-after and architecturally distinctive Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the popular shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

Forest Hills Live Market Data

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Active Listings

62

Median Asking Price

$610K

Median $/Sqft

$711

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

4

Price Reduced

35%

Sold (30 Days)

9

Median Sale Price

$810K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/4/26, 9:06 AM EST

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112-20 72ND Drive #D28, Forest Hills, Queens County

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Floor Plans

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Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1956
Year Built
70 years old
6
Floors
220
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $8,074,350
Land Value: $2,557,350
Exemptions: $240,702

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

Lot Area: 113,664 SF
Building Area: 238,128 SF
Built FAR: 2.1
Allowed FAR: 2.43

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 $706 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1956, making it approximately 70 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: RLS20076713
First Listed: 3/12/2026
On Market: 3/12/2026
Price Changed: 4/8/2026
Contract Date: 3/12/2026

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Susan Lusardi

Listing Contact: (917) 975-3187

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