215 E 72nd Street, Unit 3E
Description
This spacious and light-filled three bedroom plus library/den (or a fourth bedroom if desired) is entered through a semi-private elevator vestibule. Upon opening the door and as you step into the expansive foyer, your eye leads directly to the tree views, and abundant natural light through the south-facing windows at the end of the 30’ living room with wood burning fireplace. The library/den adjacent to the living room also features tree views from south-facing...A Classic on Prestigious 72nd Street.
This spacious and light-filled three bedroom plus library/den (or a fourth bedroom if desired) is entered through a semi-private elevator vestibule. Upon opening the door and as you step into the expansive foyer, your eye leads directly to the tree views, and abundant natural light through the south-facing windows at the end of the 30’ living room with wood burning fireplace. The library/den adjacent to the living room also features tree views from south-facing windows.
The three bedrooms are reached through the bedroom corridor from the foyer as well as from the library/den. The master bedroom en-suite with a separate shower has southern light and offers more tree views. The two guest rooms have their own baths with east-facing light. The dining room accommodates 12 easily for entertaining and is bathed in eastern light throughout the day. The kitchen with north-facing windows adjoins another full room now used for laundry and storage that includes a small bathroom. Originally a nine room apartment now eight; the two staff rooms were combined.
This distinguished pre-war 16-story building with limestone façade boasts an elegant lobby, full time doormen, live-in resident manager, private storage (transferred with the apartment), bike space and a small garden/playground for residents . Situated among new boutiques, restaurants, wellness facilities, and within close walking proximity to the major museums and galleries on the Upper East Side. This location also offers the advantages of being a short walk away from the newly opened 72nd Street subway station allowing speedy access to downtown and the far west side.
The building allows 50% financing, the 2% building transfer tax is payable by the purchaser, and small pets are welcome.
Listing Agent
![Patricia M. Weeks]()
patricia.weeks@compass.comP: (917)-930-1537
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- Common Outdoor Space
- Working Fireplace
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
- Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Formal Dining Room
Property Details for 215 E 72nd Street, Unit 3E
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 23 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $5,218 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | - |
| Total Rooms | 7.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | Co-op |
| Year Built | 1929 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 3% |
Building
215 E 72nd St
Location
Building Information for 215 E 72nd Street, Unit 3E
Payment Calculator
$18,255 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$13,037
$0
$5,218
Property History for 215 E 72nd Street, Unit 3E
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2020 | Sold Manual | $2,750,000 |
| 01/22/2020 | $2,675,000 | |
| 10/09/2019 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 09/16/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,750,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 215 E 72nd Street, Unit 3E
Schools near 215 E 72nd Street, Unit 3E
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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