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SOLD FOR $405,000

· Closed October 16, 2018

520 E 72ND Street #5L
Closed For Sale Co-op

$405,000

520 E 72ND Street #5L

Upper East Side, Manhattan

PARKER 72ND

MLS® #RLS10439782

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Spark Realty LLC

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1964

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1964
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $711/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths null Full
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street 72ND & YORK
Year Built 1964
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1483-0038-00520-000-000005L

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 30, 2018 $449,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 22, 2018 $425,000 -5.3%
Currently May 3, 2026 $405,000 -4.7%

Description

Come see this newly renovated gem with a fabulous layout and 3 spacious and beautifully organized closets plus dressing area in a Class-A doorman building. This roomy and quiet studio features new kitchen and bath, new floors, stainless steel appliances including dishwasher and microwave, all with warranties, new HVAC, and light fixtures. This full-service co-op boasts top-notch amenities including 24-hour doorman/concierge, livein resident manager, building link and email system for package notification, parking garage, recently upgraded laundry facilities complete with AC! Also bike room, library, and zen garden. Hallway and lobby renovation were just completed. Assessment $50/month through 2018. Co-purchasers, guarantors, pied-a-terre, and subletting (after two years for two years out of ten), and 70% financing are all allowed. Non-smoking building. Pets welcome.Fabulous tree-lined, cul-de-sac location is steps away from the East River Promenade, running path, and parks, 2 easy blocks to the new 2nd Avenue subway, and quick access to the FDR Drive. Top medical facilities Weill Cornell Medical Center and Hospital for Special Surgery are nearby, as well as the many world-famous shops and restaurants of the Upper East Side.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $711/mo
Original Price $449,000
Sale Price $405,000
Previous Price $425,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/3/26, 8:22 AM EST

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Location

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520 E 72ND Street #5L, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 72ND & YORK

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1905
Year Built
121 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5B
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $95,400
Land Value: $14,220
Exemptions: $51,780

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

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 3,120 SF
Built FAR: 1.56
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 monthly maintenance are $711 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 1964, making it approximately 62 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: RLS10439782
First Listed: 5/30/2018
Price Changed: 6/22/2018
Closed: 10/16/2018
Contract Date: 5/29/2018

Listing Courtesy of Spark Realty LLC - Martine Klein

Listing Contact: (914) 260-7600

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