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40 East 72nd Street MAISNew York, NY 10021

For Sale

$8,750,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $109,375

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.



Listed by Deanna E Kory

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Corcoran Group

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(917) 991-2657

Listed by Stacey L Pashcow

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Corcoran Group

Last updated October 21, 2025

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Source: REBNY #RLS20054715

Listing Facts

  • TypeCondo
  • NeighborhoodLenox Hill
  • Bedrooms4
  • Bathrooms3.5
  • Days on Prevu7
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$8,009/month
  • Size3,402 sqft
  • Price per sqft$2,572

Amenities

  • Private Outdoor Space
  • Concierge

Location

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Listing History

10/15/2025
Listed by Corcoran Group
$8,750,000

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$397,343
Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$196,875
Title Insurance
$39,375
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Mortgage Recording Tax
$151,593
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $8,750,000 and a 10% downpayment. These estimates are for indicative purposes only. Actual closing costs may vary for each transaction. See the Closing Costs Calculator for calculations specific to your situation.

Property Details for 40 East 72nd Street MAIS

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes, No
  • Concierge: Doorman Full Time

Fees

  • Association Fee: $8,009.00 Monthly

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 6
  • Stories Total: 8
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Entry Level: 1

Features

  • Building Features: Elevator(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace

Interior

Features

  • Interior Features: Separate/Formal Dining Room

Measurements

  • Living Area: 3,402
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Has Basement: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Rooms Total: 7

Other

Location

  • City Region: Manhattan
  • Subdivision Name: Lenox Hill
  • Tax Block: 01386
  • Tax Lot: 0044

Utilities

Equipment

  • Laundry Features: In Unit

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