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The Franconia, 20 West 72nd Street, #1106A

Listing no longer available on CityRealty as of Jan 5, 2023
It previously was on the market for a total of 199 days.
Last Sold on Nov 16, 2011 for $275,000
Studio, 1 bath
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199 days on Market

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Key Details

  • Listed: Jun 20, 2022
    Last Price Change: -3.2% ($16,000) on Dec 28
    Days on Market: 199
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 458 times
Monthly Maintenance: $886
Est. Monthly Mortgage: -
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $3,526
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($95,800), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Welcome to the quintessential Upper West Side prewar studio located just a half a block from Central Park and legendary Strawberry Fields. Apartment 1106A is a spacious, bright, and sun-flooded home that boasts high, 9’ beamed ceilings and beautiful open city views to the South. Additionally, this home offers hardwood floors, three large south-facing windows, abundant closet space and a wonderful layout.

The white-tiled bathroom has a pedestal sink. The kitchen has great storage with the cabinets that go all the way to the ceiling and open shelves. In-unit washer and dryer are permitted with the board’s approval. Located within the Upper West Side/Central Park Historic District, The Franconia is a 1925 Neo-Renaissance beauty in brick, stone, and terra cotta.

Residents of the classic prewar cooperative enjoy full-time concierge service, a package room, laundry, children’s playroom, storage, and a bike room. Maintenance includes utilities. Pets, pieds--terres, co-purchasing, parents buying for children, gifting, guarantors, and international buyers are permitted with board approval. Sublets are permitted after 1 year of residency for three out of five years.

80% financing is permitted. From this outstanding location, you are directly across from many of Central Park’s most beloved features, including Strawberry Fields, The Lake, Bow Bridge and Bethesda Terrace. This prime Upper West Side neighborhood is surrounded by the city’s best gourmet stores, including the original Fairway Market, Gourmet Garage, Trader Joe’s, Citarella and more. Enjoy easy access to fantastic restaurants, nightlife, and Lincoln Center entertainment.

Transportation is convenient with B, C and 1/2/3 subway lines and excellent bus service and CitiBike stations all nearby.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer in apt.
  • Southern Exposures

About The Franconia, 20 West 72nd Street

50

The Franconia, 20 West 72nd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 50, 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

17
Out of 44
+
24
Out of 36
+
9
Out of 39
=
50
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Attractive 4 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 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:
No 0 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:
More than 50 blocks 0 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 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:
10-15 1 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
None 0 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 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:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Attended Lobby
  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Children's Playroom
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent

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