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201 West 72nd Street

The Alexandria,
201 West 72nd Street

Doorman condo located in Upper West Side, at The Northwest corner of Broadway

201 West 72nd Street Location Map
  • Apartments For Sale (1) $2,009 Avg. price/ft2
  • Recent Sales (26) $1,467 Avg. price/ft2
  • All Units in Building (202)
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Overview of The Alexandria at 201 West 72nd Street

The Alexandria at 201 West 72nd Street stands as one of the Upper West Side's most architecturally distinctive buildings, completed in 1991 by developers Peter L. Malkin, Arthur G. Cohen, and William Zeckendorf Jr. Designed by Frank Williams & Associates and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, this 25 story, 202 unit condominium was described by architectural historians as "the most flamboyant of Broadway's new generation of apartment houses." The building's striking Post Modern design features angled turret bay windows, stepped setbacks, indented balconies with white grill railings, and a distinctive octagonal water tank enclosure adorned with Egyptian motifs that creates a memorable skyline presence at the prominent Broadway and 72nd Street intersection.

The building's 202 residences range from studios with sleeping alcoves to expansive three bedroom penthouses, with many units featuring exceptionally tall ceilings and generous proportions. South facing apartments offer open city views, while many units include private terraces or balconies, some wrapping around corners for multiple exposures. Recent listings showcase apartments with wraparound terraces up to 220 square feet, and penthouse units with dramatic features like 48 foot long foyer galleries and 31 foot long living rooms. Common apartment features include hardwood floors, marble bathrooms, in-unit washer and dryer, abundant closet space, and individually controlled HVAC systems.

As a full service condominium, The Alexandria offers comprehensive amenities including 24 hour doorman and concierge service, a live-in superintendent, and an extensive health club with a multi lane saltwater swimming pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room. Additional building features include a landscaped garden, rooftop deck with panoramic city views, laundry facilities on every floor, basement storage, and a children's playroom. The building is pet friendly and allows subletting, making it attractive to both primary residents and pied-à-terre users.

The location at the corner of Broadway and 72nd Street provides exceptional convenience, with the 1/2/3 express subway station directly across the street and immediate access to Upper West Side shopping including Trader Joe's, Fairway, Citarella, and Zabar's. The building sits within easy walking distance of Central Park, Lincoln Center, and Riverside Park, while the nearby Ansonia building to the north provides architectural context and helps frame views from southern exposures.

Year Built
1991
Apartments
202
Floors
25
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
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20%
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Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Pool
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies
  • Virtual Doorman
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Nearby Subways

  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
at Broadway 0.06 miles
  1. B
  2. C
at Central Park West 0.40 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Distinctive and attractive architecture
  • Close to premium grocery stores including Trader Joe's and Zabar's
  • Distinctive post war architecture with unique design elements
  • Express subway access with 1/2/3 trains across the street
  • Fitness center with sauna and steam room
  • Full service building with virtual doorman system
  • In-unit washer and dryer in many apartments
  • Landscaped garden and outdoor spaces
  • Laundry facilities on every floor
  • Live-in superintendent
  • Many units feature private terraces and balconies
  • Close to Subway
  • Near Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts
  • Pet friendly building policy
  • Prime Upper West Side location at 72nd Street and Broadway
  • Rooftop deck with panoramic city views
  • Saltwater swimming pool and jacuzzi
  • Spacious apartments with tall ceilings
  • Storage units available
  • Subletting allowed
  • Walking distance to Central Park and Riverside Park
  • Health club and pool
  • Sundeck
  • Unusual and large layouts
  • Storage space
  • Central and convenient location
  • Laundry facilities every floor
  • Concierge
  • 24 hour doorman and concierge service
  • Traffic
  • Noise
  • Not too many spectacular views

CityRealty Rating

30
/44
Architecture
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26
/36
Location
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23
/39
Features
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8
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87
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

Broker & Buyer Comments

This "prime Upper West Side" full-service condo boasts an "unbeatable location" directly across from the 72nd Street express subway station, offering "exceptional convenience" for Manhattan living. The "well-appointed" building features a "comprehensive wellness center" complete with a "unique" terrace overlooking a church facade and a "distinctive" subterranean pool. "First-class service" comes standard with full-time doorman, concierge, and staff, while "practical amenities" include per-floor laundry facilities and on-site garage. "Gourmet grocers" Fairway and Citarella are "just blocks away," making this a "perfectly situated" residence for discerning New Yorkers.

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