Under Contract – Backup offers may be accepted
40 W 72ND Street #81B
MLS® #RLS20065582
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
750
Sq. Ft.
1926
Year Built
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Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: North facing
- Climate Control: Window Units
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Description
Experience the Best of the Upper West Side
Prime Upper West Side home within a half of a block to Central Park. This spacious one-bedroom, one-bath, prewar home offers generous sized rooms with original preserved detail, including 9 foot plus beamed ceilings throughout, hardwood floors, abundant closets, and an in-unit washer/dryer.
This is a quiet corner unit with northern exposure and sunlight, on a very desirable block. Apartment 81B is perfect as your primary residence or pied-a-terre. This home is simply waiting for your personal touch.
Built in 1926 by renowned architect Emery Roth, the Bancroft is a full-service pre-war cooperative building in superb physical and financial condition. The Bancroft boasts a beautiful historic lobby and passage hallways. All 15 floors of the Bancroft have been recently renovated, including updated hallways, fixtures, and new apartment doors.
The Bancroft amenities and services include, a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, central laundry facility, with newly installed washer and dryers. Additionally, there is private storage for rent (with a wait list), a bike room (with a wait list), and a package room for mail delivery.
The Bancroft Cooperative offers immediate proximity to the lush, iconic Central Park, with Riverside Park and the Hudson River just a short stroll away. World class museums, and renowned performance venues, including Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, and the Beacon Theatre are among the many cultural landmarks nearby. The neighborhood also boasts an exceptional array of entertainment, gourmet and boutique shopping, fitness centers, and a vibrant mix of dining options, along with beloved neighborhood favorites such as Trader Joe's, Fairway, Citarella, Whole Foods, and a Wegmans market coming soon.
The Bancroft is conveniently located to public transportation, including local and express trains 1/2/3 and the B /C trains, as well as the M72 crosstown buses, and various uptown/downtown buses.
80% financing allowed. Pied-a-terre and guarantors are welcome, and the building is pet friendly.
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About Lincoln Square
View All Lincoln Square Listingslincoln square provides a natural environment for those seeking space and value within New York City. The area is known for its unpretentious atmosphere and a real estate market that features a blend of natural cooperatives and traditional multi-family residences.
Lincoln Square Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
272
Median Asking Price
$2.15M
Median $/Sqft
$1,875
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
14
Price Reduced
30%
Sold (30 Days)
35
Median Sale Price
$1.39M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 2/19/26, 9:29 PM EST
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40 W 72ND Street #81B, Lincoln Square, New York County
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Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Denise Gralicer Wallenstein
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