40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS

40 E 72nd St
Lenox Hill

$8,750,000
Price
4
Beds
3,402 Sq. Ft.
$2,572 / Sq. Ft.
3,402
Sq. Ft.
$2,572
per Sq. Ft.
New Construction
New Construction
a living room with furniture or couch and a wooden floor
a view of a patio with a table and chairs
a living room with furniture and a potted plant
a bedroom with a large bed and a large window
a outdoor space with patio the couches and a potted plant
a living room with furniture and a lamp
a bed room with a bed and a chair
a bedroom with bed and a couch
a very nice looking room with a large window
a bathroom with a toilet sink and mirror
a bathroom with a bathtub and a sink
a bathroom with a granite countertop toilet sink and mirror
a front view of a building with glass windows and door
a living room with furniture and a rug
a view of a book shop

Description

This sun-filled, luxury 7-room duplex condominium on the Upper East Side's 'Gold Coast' is a stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home that is grand and gracious, originally designed by a world-renowned architect team sparing no detail, luxury, or comfort throughout. Grand windows and terrace doors draw in lovely natural light from a bright southern exposure and the home enjoys two floors of abundant private outdoor space. The impressive scale of the home is enhanced by 3,400 interior square feet, over...This sun-filled, luxury 7-room duplex condominium on the Upper East Side's 'Gold Coast' is a stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home that is grand and gracious, originally designed by a world-renowned architect team sparing no detail, luxury, or comfort throughout. Grand windows and terrace doors draw in lovely natural light from a bright southern exposure and the home enjoys two floors of abundant private outdoor space. The impressive scale of the home is enhanced by 3,400 interior square feet, over 9' ceilings, a 30' great room, 1,283 private outdoor space and lovely, southern light streaming in on both floors. There is a fabulous flow for entertaining with open living and formal dining, an eat-in chef's kitchen, a grand entry gallery with powder room and 44' top floor terrace lining the formal expanse overlooking the garden below. Additionally, a den/media room or fourth bedrooms opens to the 45' x 20' garden on the lower level. The finest of finishes, systems and top-of-line appliances add to the comfort of this duplex home. Exquisitely designed in the style of prewar era elegance and scale, the home boasts beautiful architectural elements including brand new hardwood floors, pocket doors and beautiful crown moldings and decorative ceilings. Additional modern comforts include central air conditioning, custom lighting, top-of-line appliances, laundry room and generous custom-fitted storage throughout. The chef's kitchen is as functional as it is sleek and stylish with Gaggenau double wall ovens, 5-burner stovetop and dishwasher, Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine refrigerator and Franke fixtures and garbage disposal. Abundant custom milled cabinetry is complemented by quartzite counters and backsplash and a sun-filled breakfast area. The residents wing of the home is separate from formal entertaining providing for private living with 3 sun-filled, spacious, and quiet bedrooms on the lower level and a 4th bedroom on the top level.  Three of the four bedrooms feature full en-suite baths and custom closets. The oversized primary bedroom suite features two fitted closets (one a huge walk-in) and an expansive bathroom with a marble wall, an Italian marble vanity, Waterworks deep-soaking tub, herringbone marble floors, a glass spa shower and radiant heat floors. South-facing doors open to the huge private garden. 40 East 72nd Street is a boutique condominium originally designed by Schwartz and Gross in 1928. In 2014, world renowned architects Jacques Grange and Barry Rice completely redesigned and transformed the building to create exclusive residences maintaining the grace and scale of prewar living, transforming the infrastructure to a modern-day treasure. Residences are designed to provide gracious proportions, abundant natural light, and a wonderful flow of entertaining and living space. High ceiling heights add to the feeling of openness of airy and contemporary layouts.   The building has a 24-hour doorman. The building has 5 floors and 7 units. Each apartment has a dedicated storage space in the basement. Pets are permitted with board approval.
  1. Listed by Deanna E Kory • Corcoran Group
    P: (917)-991-2657 C: (917)-991-2657 dek@corcoran.com
  2. Listed by Stacey L Pashcow • Corcoran Group
    P: (917)-921-8002 C: (917)-921-8002 stacey.pashcow@corcoran.com
  3. Listed by Dennis R Hughes • Corcoran Group
    P: (917)-273-5374 C: (917)-273-5374 drh@corcoran.com
  4. Listed by Maham Chaudhary • Corcoran Group
    P: (646)-719-5975 C: (646)-719-5975 mchaudhary@corcoran.com

Amenities

  • Top Floor
  • Duplex
  • Entire Floor
  • Ground Floor
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Private Terrace
  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Hardwood Floors
LISTING UPDATED: 12/09/2025 01:39 PM

Property Details for 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20054715
Days on Market61
Taxes$5,005 / month
Common Charges$8,009 / month
Min. Down Pymt10%
Total Rooms7.0
Compass TypeUnitDuplex
MLS TypeCondominium
Year Built1930
CountyNew York County

Building

40 E 72nd St

6 Units8 StoriesBuilt in 1930

Location

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Building Information for 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS

Building/Complex40 E 72nd StFloor-Stories8Residences6Pet Policy-Pet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1930Building AgePre-war

Payment Calculator

$61,655 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$48,641

Property Taxes

$5,005

Maintenance/Common Charges

$8,009

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Property Information for 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Lenox Hill
  • Stories Total: 8
  • Exposures: North, South
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
  • Zoning Description: R10
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0000
  • Tax Deduction Percent: .00%
  • Tax Block: 01386
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0044
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 5005.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 3402.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: Condominium
  • Number Of Shares: 0
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Excellent
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Fireplace: No
  • Dining Type: Formal
  • Kitchen Condition: Excellent
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: No
  • Laundry Features: InUnit
  • Bathroom Condition: Excellent
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: MAIS
  • Number Of Units Total: 6
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Oct 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20054715

$8,750,000—
Sep 8, 2022

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10796584

$9,988,000—
May 4, 2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10796584

$99—
Jun 28, 2017

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10355594

$12,300,000—
Oct 15, 2015

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10355594

$12,300,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20054715

$8,750,000
09/08/2022

Temporarily Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10796584

$9,988,000
05/04/2022

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10796584

$99
06/28/2017

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10355594

$12,300,000
10/15/2015

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10355594

$12,300,000

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Schools near 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
East Side Elementary School, PS 267
Public - K to 5
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
East Side Elementary School, PS 267
PublicK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public6 to 8

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More information about 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS, Lenox Hill

40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS is for sale in Lenox Hill. This property was listed for sale on October 15, 2025 by Corcoran Group, it's currently listed at $8,750,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include East Side Elementary School, PS 267, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 40 East 72nd Street, Unit MAIS is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,402 sqft built in 1930.

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