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55 East 72nd Street 10SNew York, NY 10021

For Sale

$3,875,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $48,438

Ideally located on East 72nd Street between Park and Madison Avenues, this renovated pre-war, three-bedroom apartment is a must-see.

One enters the sizable gallery from a semi-private elevator vestibule. To the right of the entrance gallery, is a spacious living room with two windows facing south onto East 72nd Street. The living room features a woodburning fireplace with recessed built-ins on either side. Adjacent to the living room, is the apartment’s dining room - currently figured as a media room with a wall of built-in cabinetry and a large north facing window overlooking East 71st Street.

Accessed via the dining room, the apartment’s substantial eat-in kitchen features three north facing windows, custom cabinetry, and designer appliances, such as a Sub-Zero refrigerator and Viking range. Additionally, a discreet closet in the kitchen hides the washer and dryer. There is also a thoughtfully designed home-office space within the kitchen and a powder room that is easily accessible via a pocket door just outside the dining room.

To the left of the entrance gallery lies the apartment’s three bedrooms. The first two bedrooms share a renovated windowed bath. Both bedrooms have generous south facing windows that look onto East 72nd Street. At the end of the hallway, the primary bedroom includes three windows with both southern and eastern exposures onto East 72nd Street and Park Avenue allowing for natural light throughout the day. The primary bedroom’s well-appointed ensuite bathroom features classic marble finishes, Waterworks fixtures, a walk-in shower, and a double vanity. The apartment enjoys through wall air-conditioning throughout.

Built in 1924, 55 East 72nd Street is a prestigious, full-service cooperative ideally located in the Upper East Side’s prime Lenox Hill neighborhood. The cooperative has a live-in Resident Manager, full-time doormen, basement and bike storage, as well as a rooftop garden for shareholders. The building also permits pets, pied-a-terres (case-by-case) and 40% financing. There is a 2% flip tax.

Listed by Merrill Curtis

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License #10401264375

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Sothebys International Realty

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(212) 606-7660

Listed by Amanda Cannon Goldworm

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License #40CA0948479

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Sothebys International Realty

Last updated September 09, 2025

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Source: REBNY #RLS20047336

Listing Facts

  • TypeCo-op
  • NeighborhoodLenox Hill
  • Bedrooms3
  • Bathrooms2.5
  • Days on Prevu1
  • HOA/Maint. Fees$7,776/month

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed

Location

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Listing History

09/09/2025
Listed by Sothebys International Realty
$3,875,000

Estimated Closing Costs

Total
$67,625
Attorney Fees
$4,000
NYC Mansion Tax
$58,125
Bank Attorney
$1,500
Other Closing Costs
$4,000

Estimated closing costs are based on the list price of $3,875,000 and a 20% 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 55 East 72nd Street 10S

Association

Amenities

  • Pets Allowed: Building Yes, Yes
  • Concierge: Doorman Yes

Fees

  • Association Fee: $7,776.00 Monthly

Financial

  • Flip Tax: 2.0%
  • Flip Tax Remarks: Contact Exclusive Brokers.

Exterior

Construction

  • Number Of Units Total: 29
  • Property Condition: Excellent
  • Stories Total: 15
  • Structure Type: High Rise
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Architectural Style: Prewar
  • Entry Level: 10

Features

  • Building Features: Elevator(s)
  • View: City

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 69,227
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Area: 6,325
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 61
  • Lot Size Units: SquareFeet

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1

Measurements

  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet

Rooms

  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 7

Other

Location

  • City Region: Manhattan
  • Subdivision Name: Upper East Side
  • Tax Block: 01387
  • Tax Lot: 0031

Utilities

Equipment

  • Laundry Features: In Unit

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