515 East 72nd Street, Unit 40E
Listed By Compass
Contract Signed
Listed By Compass
Contract Signed
Description
With 10 foot ceiling heights, and located just beneath the penthouse...PRICE REDUCTION!! VIEWS, LUXURY AND AMENITIES! This exceptional high-floor two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom condo ticks all the boxes with an expansive split-bedroom layout, premium finishes and two private terraces in the Tower Residences at a contemporary full-service building with five-star hotel-like amenities and an enviable Lenox Hill location. This unit is also an easy conversion to a three bedroom- see alternative floor plan.
With 10 foot ceiling heights, and located just beneath the penthouse level, this 1,669-square-foot showplace makes a dramatic first impression with walls of windows capturing unimpeded outlooks to the west and north. A gracious foyer flanked by a coat closet and chic powder room introduces the home's wide-plank natural walnut floors and tall ceilings. Ahead, the nearly 31-foot-long corner living/dining room invites you to relax and entertain surrounded by a wraparound balcony and views that stretch from cotton candy sunsets and iconic Midtown skyscrapers to the East River, Roosevelt Island, The Bronx, Queens and beyond. Elevate your culinary expertise in the sleek open kitchen adorned with ebony Macassar cabinetry, Calacatta Gold marble countertops and Dornbracht hardware. The upscale appliances include a Bosch five-burner cooktop and oven, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Miele Incognito dishwasher and a Viking convection microwave.
The sprawling owner's bedroom boasts plenty of space for a king-size bed and furnishings, plus a home office or fitness area alongside a private north-facing balcony. Two walk-in closets tend to wardrobe needs, while the en suite spa bathroom offers a large glass shower, a polished marble and ebony Macassar floating vanity and stunning floor-to-ceiling stone tile. Across the living room, the secondary suite boasts western vistas, a roomy closet and a well-appointed private bathroom. An in-unit washer-dryer and individually controlled PTAC units in each room add comfort and convenience to this exquisite Lenox Hill haven.
Enjoy luxury living at 515 East 72nd Street, a modern high-rise condominium featuring a near-endless list of five-star amenities and attentive staff, including 24-hour doorman, concierge, porter, housekeeping and on-site valet parking service. The pet-friendly building's 40,000 square feet of amenities include a landscaped half-acre private park with a lawn, yoga space and outdoor lounge. Recreation and relaxation await in the state-of-the-art fitness center, Olympic-size indoor saltwater pool, hot tubs, sauna and steam rooms, rock climbing wall, indoor squash and basketball courts, while the full-service Elements Spa is just an elevator ride away. A playroom, piano room, and media lounge, complete this superb hotel-like enclave. The beautiful lobby and hallway have recently undergone an extensive renovation.
Located on a tranquil Lenox Hill cul de sac overlooking the East River, this home is inches from a lovely riverside plaza at the end of the block and access to the spectacular East River promenade on the next street. The Upper East Side's signature shopping, dining, entertainment and medical centers fill the neighborhood. Transportation is effortless with Q and 6 trains, excellent bus service, CitiBikes and the FDR all within easy reach.
Please note: There is an assessment of $1,123.20 per month in place until April of 2026 to cover the recent renovation of the lobby and hallways and Local Law 11 work. Also taxes are displayed assuming a STAR abatement.
Listing Agents
![David Margolies]()
dmargolies@compass.comP: (917)-679-7263
![Dylan Hoffman]()
dhoffman@compass.comP: (646)-431-2260
![Andrew Corso]()
andrew.corso@compass.comP: (203)-535-6011
Amenities
- Primary Ensuite
- Full-Time Doorman
- City Views
- Open Views
- Balcony
- Common Roof Deck
- Common Garden
- Gym
Property Details for 515 East 72nd Street, Unit 40E
| Status | Contract Signed |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 251 |
| Taxes | $2,328 / month |
| Common Charges | $2,746 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 10% |
| Total Rooms | 6.0 |
| Compass Type | Condo |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1985 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
515 EAST 72
Location
Building Information for 515 East 72nd Street, Unit 40E
Payment Calculator
$18,601 per month
30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest
$13,527
$2,328
$2,746
Property History for 515 East 72nd Street, Unit 40E
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2025 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 04/09/2025 | Price Change Manual | $2,295,000 |
| 01/02/2025 | Price Change Manual | $2,500,000 |
| 10/10/2024 | Price Change Manual | $2,650,000 |
| 09/04/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,795,000 |
| 02/21/2020 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 10/14/2019 | Price Change Manual | $2,785,000 |
| 09/11/2019 | Price Change Manual | $2,850,000 |
| 06/18/2019 | Price Change Manual | $2,985,000 |
| 03/26/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $2,995,000 |
| 02/28/2017 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/31/2017 | Price Change Manual | $2,995,000 |
| 11/14/2016 | Price Change Manual | $3,100,000 |
| 07/27/2016 | Listed (Active) Manual | $3,295,000 |
| 05/09/2014 | $2,963,108 | |
| 05/07/2014 | $2,910,000 | |
| 09/05/2013 | $2,910,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 515 East 72nd Street, Unit 40E
Schools near 515 East 72nd Street, Unit 40E
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. 183 Robert L Stevenson 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 |
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