It previously was on the market for a total of 393 days.

Last Sold on May 15, 2023 for $800,000

2 beds, 2 baths

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Buyers
Michael Twomey Greason

Sellers
Jeffrey Sharp
Douglas S Steinbrech

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393 days on Market

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The Black & Whites, 531 East 72nd Street, #2E

Key Details

Listed: Apr 18, 2022

Last Price Change: -5.3% ($45,000) on May 16

Days on Market: 393

Building Type: Cooperative

Neighborhood: Lenox Hill (Manhattan)

Listing viewed 1,227 times

Monthly Maintenance: $2,969

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $7,374

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 20% ($160,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

Charming 2 bed, 2 bath pre-war residence in one of the iconic "Black and White" co-ops. An entry foyer leads into the spacious, sun-flooded, 24-foot living/dining room with a wood-burning fireplace and tall, oversized windows facing South with partial river, garden and skyline views. A long hallway leads past the windowed kitchen with ample storage space to a large Master bedroom and second bedroom.

Classic pre-war details abound throughout this historic home as well as 9’5" ceilings, lovely hardwood floors and good closet space.

The unique "Black and Whites", comprised of four buildings, were originally built in 1894, and are located on a quiet, tree-lined, cul-de-sac on East 72nd Street overlooking a cobblestone park and the East River. Over the years they have been home to many notable residents including Paris Review founder George Plimpton.

There are 2 public parks nearby as well as Sotheby’s Auction House, the Q train and M101, M15 and M31 bus lines.

BUILDING FEATURES: Key fob entry, security intercom system, live-in resident manager and porter who accept packages, bike room, storage bins for rent, when available. Washer/Dryer, Pied a terre, and Pets Allowed. 75% financing is permitted, 3% flip tax.

About The Black & Whites, 531 East 72nd Street

The Black & Whites, 531 East 72nd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 49, 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

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

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:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Not Visible 0 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 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:

Unrelated Base 0 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 40 blocks 2 out of 5 points

Views:

Impressive 3 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:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Shopping:

6-10 Short Blocks 1 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:

Minimal but Attractive 2 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

3-4 3 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:

None 0 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

None 0 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Door Person:

None 0 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:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Co-op
Built in 1894
18 Apartments
5 Floors

Building Amenities

Pre War
Walk Up
Resident Storage
Laundry Room
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent

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The Black & Whites, 531 East 72nd Street, #2E

Pricing History

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Key Details

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About The Black & Whites, 531 East 72nd Street

The Black & Whites, 531 East 72nd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 49, based on:

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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