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40 East 72nd Street, #5

$9,899,000 ($3,161 per ft2) -5.7% | 3 beds, 3.5 baths | Approx. 3,132 ft2
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38 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Mar 25, 2024
    Last Price Change: -5.7% ($601,000) on Apr 25
    Days on Market: 38
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 190 times
Monthly Common Charges: $6,849
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $4,521
Total Taxes & Fees: $11,370 ($3.63/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $54,831
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $66,201 ($21.14/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($1,979,800), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location: This luxurious condominium is located in the prestigious Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. neighborhood, close to the Frick Collection and excellent bus service. The building is a landmark with a preserved iconic facade and has undergone a remarkable transformation, blending pre-war living with modern-day opulence.
  • Exclusive Living: With only 6 apartments in the building, this property ensures a private and exclusive living experience. The building has a full-time doorman for added security and convenience, and the apartment has been internally redesigned by renowned architects Barry Rice and Jacques Grange.
  • Spacious and Luxurious Interiors: The apartment offers a luxurious and spacious living experience with high ceilings and a contemporary layout. It features a grand living room with a wood-burning fireplace and picturesque views, a separate dining room ideal for hosting gatherings, and a windowed eat-in kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line appliances and custom milled cabinetry.
  • Comfortable Bedrooms: The master suite comes with generous closets, an oversized bathroom, and a private balcony. Additionally, there are two more bedrooms each with en-suite bathrooms.
  • Convenient Amenities: The apartment has a dedicated laundry room with an in-unit washer/dryer and ample storage space. The building amenities include resident storage, a garden, outdoor entertainment space, and a communal laundry room.
  • Outdoor Space: The apartment offers a balcony for outdoor space, providing a perfect spot for relaxation or entertaining guests.

Description

Welcome to 40 East 72 Street, where architectural mastery intertwines with timeless elegance. Step into the remarkable 5th-floor residence meticulously crafted to offer a luxurious and spacious living experience. Soaring ceilings enhance the openness of the contemporary layout, exuding unparalleled luxury from the moment you arrive at the exclusive private landing.

Captivate your senses in the grand living room, a true masterpiece featuring a wood-burning fireplace and four windows framing picturesque views of 72nd Street.

Perfect for relaxation and entertainment, this space seamlessly flows into a separate dining room through oversized pocket doors, ideal for hosting intimate gatherings. Enjoy the nearly 45’ formal entertaining expanse, bathed in natural light from grand windows that draw in lovely northern exposures.

The windowed eat-in kitchen is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, adorned with custom milled cabinetry and top-of-the-line appliances, inviting culinary creativity to flourish. Indulge in Gaggenau double wall ovens, a 5-burner stovetop and dishwasher, Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine refrigerator, Franke fixtures, and a garbage disposal, all set amidst quartzite counters and backsplash.

Retreat to the master suite, boasting generous closets and an oversized bathroom with a luxurious 5-foot soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower, custom milled vanities, heated floors, and a private balcony overlooking the neighboring church, bringing a calm and tranquil ambiance to the space.Two additional bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms, ensure utmost comfort and privacy for you and your guests.

This exceptional residence also offers a powder room, dedicated laundry room, and ample storage space for your convenience.

Originally designed by Schwartz and Gross in 1928, this elegant pre-war building has undergone a remarkable transformation, preserving its iconic facade while reimagining every inch within. Masterfully blended by Jacques Grange and Barry Rice, the grace and scale of pre-war living harmoniously merge with modern-day opulence, creating a truly extraordinary living space.Experience the epitome of luxury living at 40 East 72nd Street, where history converges with modernity, and every detail exudes timeless elegance.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Balcony

Listing Agent (Seller's Representative)

Listing courtesy of Corcoran Group

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About 40 East 72nd Street

76

40 East 72nd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 76, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

22
Out of 44
+
26
Out of 36
+
19
Out of 39
+
9
=
76
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Not Visible 0 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Not Allowed 2 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
None 0 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Very Attractive with Trees 4 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 10 blocks 5 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
None 0 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
1 5 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
9-11 Feet 2 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
Substantial 2 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
None 0 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 2017
  • FT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Garden
  • Elevator
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Laundry Room
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplaces
  • Landmarked
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Full-tiime doorman
  • One apartment per floor
  • Large apartments
  • Some balconies
  • Close to the Frick Collection
  • Very good bus service
  • Handsome Schwartz & Gross mid-rise
  • Barry Rice architect
  • Jacques Grange designer
Cons
  • No concierge
  • No roof deck
  • No fitness center
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