Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
40 W 72ND Street #51C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$434,500

40 W 72ND Street #51C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE BANCROFT

MLS® #RLS10006214

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $948/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths null Full
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street CPW & Columbus Avenue
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1124-1002-00040-000-000051C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 24, 2015 $459,000 -
Currently May 18, 2026 $434,500 -5.3%

Description

Graciously planned, terrifically tranquil, filled with light and lovingly renovated, this pet friendly pre-war classic studio at the Bancroft is a home with a style all its own. The generously scaled, thoughtfully designed space cleverly allows for sleeping, lounging, dining and work space sporting a custom designed Murphy bed, attractive built-ins, city quiet windows and smart storage options everywhere. The pretty and practical, renovated kitchen has ample counter and cabinet space and a dishwasher. Here is your peaceful haven offering open and bright exposures over 72nd Street. This quiet, feel-good residence is well positioned in a gorgeous, well-run, full service building with a terrific staff, laundry/bike/storage rooms, a stunning lobby and elevator, and whose enviable park-side location comes with bragging rights. Pied a Terre, co-purchase and guarantor's welcome. Here, at your doorstep, are the Upper Westside's most beloved and coveted destination shops, markets, and restaurants - not to mention a plethora of convenient transportation options. Here's the perfect home in the perfect place with a handsome style all its own.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $948/mo
Original Price $459,000
Previous Price $459,000

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

591

Median Asking Price

$1.40M

Median $/Sqft

$1,500

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

18

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

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40 W 72ND Street #51C, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CPW & Columbus Avenue

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 $948 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 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.

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: RLS10006214
First Listed: 3/24/2015
Price Changed: 7/1/2015
Closed: 7/1/2015
Contract Date: 3/24/2015

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Lauren Cangiano

Listing Contact: (212) 381-3397

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