Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

220 East 72nd Street

This 28-story beige-brick apartment tower was built in 1975 by Bernard Spitzer and designed by the Office of Michael Schimenti. The building features 147 luxury apartments with amenities like doorman service, marble foyers, and fireplaces in penthouses, located in an excellent area with nearby boutiques and restaurants.

Overview of 220 East 72nd Street

220 East 72nd Street is a 28-story apartment tower developed by Bernard Spitzer in 1975, known for other luxury projects like 800 Fifth Avenue and 200 Central Park South. Designed by the Office of Michael Schimenti, the building houses 147 apartments and features a beige-brick façade with setbacks along 72nd Street. The location offers convenient access to boutiques and restaurants, with crosstown bus service on 72nd Street and subway stations a few blocks away on Lexington Avenue.

The building provides a range of amenities including a 24 hour doorman, storage space, and a cardio room. Residents can enjoy a landscaped roof deck with a putting green, BBQ grills, dining areas, cabanas, a large grass lawn, a bouldering wall, and a dog run. Additional facilities include a playroom, game room, resident lounge with kitchen, and a dog spa. The building is pet friendly and offers an easy application process.

Apartments in the building are characterized by marble foyers and baths, generous closet space, and modern kitchens with stainless appliances. Penthouses feature fireplaces, and many units offer dramatic city views. Some apartments include in-unit laundry and are available for corporate leases. The building offers flexible leasing options, including sublets and summer rentals, with incentives such as a free 24th month on two-year leases.

Overall, 220 East 72nd Street combines luxury living with practical amenities, making it a desirable choice for residents seeking comfort and convenience in the Upper East Side.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Rental

Year Built

1975

Apartments

147 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Lenox Hill (Manhattan)

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Concierge
FT Doorman
Central AC
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Mail Room
Fitness Center
In-Unit Washer/Dryer
Live-In Superintendent

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at Lexington Ave 0.22 miles

at Lexington Ave and 63rd 0.45 miles

Building Management

Formed in 1991 as a real estate and management company focused on multi-family sector opportunities, Dermot today is a broad-based, diverse company experienced in all facets of the industry. From ground-up development and buy & hold strategies to turnaround assignments and adaptive reuse, we have the flexibility to manage any type of project.

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