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SOLD FOR $485,000

· Closed January 31, 2025

112-20 72ND Drive #D35
Closed For Sale Co-op

$485,000

112-20 72ND Drive #D35

Forest Hills, Queens

The Balfour

MLS® #RLS11013464

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1956

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1956
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,205/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Forest Hills
Floor 3 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Views: Other
  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Outdoor Space: Patio

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 of 6
View Other
Exposure East,North
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Year Built 1956
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 02252/0010

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 3, 2024 $499,000 -
Currently May 17, 2026 $485,000 -2.8%

Description

Newly renovated JR4, easily convertible 2 bedroom apartment located in the Balfour Building, a very desirable premier co-op in Forest Hills. Just bring your toothbrush and move right in! Enter into a large foyer that leads to a spacious, bright living room with beautiful street and tree views. Continue to a dedicated space for a formal dining room, which can easily be converted to a second bedroom, office or den. The large primary bedroom can accommodate a king-size bed with side tables and has a spacious walk-in closet with built-in shelves.The completely renovated windowed kitchen boasts quartz countertops, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, plenty of counter space, porcelain tile floor and updated plumbing. The completely renovated windowed bathroom is furnished with all new bathtub, toilet, medicine cabinet, vanity, walls, plumbing and porcelain tile floor. The apartment has beautifully refinished and stained hardwood floors, new base molding, new light fixtures and outlets and an updated electrical panel. Track lighting with a dimmer in the living room. Newly installed energy-efficient windows and air conditioners. 4 large closets throughout, including 1 walk-in closet, all with new doors and built-in shelving.The Balfour is a full-service, well-managed, 6-story co-op with 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent and new elevators. Beautifully landscaped park-like garden area, including a patio with chairs and umbrellas for residents only. Building features 3 laundry rooms recently renovated with new machines, garage, private storage units, bicycle room, package room with Building- link for all residents. New pet run park recently added. The co-op has undertaken several improvements, including a new lobby with air conditioning, ramps and updated hallways throughout the building. There is a new community room and a state-of-the-art fitness room with windows, WI- Fi and AC. The building has a resurfaced roof, new boilers and extensive waterproofing. FIOS, Spectrum and RCN are all available in the building. 1/2 block to Queens Boulevard, E & F express stop subway, and short distance to R & M subways, Q60 bus and LIRR. Short walk to great shopping and restaurants on Austin Street. Less than 30 minutes to mid-Manhattan.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Building In Basement

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Patio

Building Information

Building The Balfour
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 221
Stories 6
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,205/mo
Original Price $499,000
Sale Price $485,000
Previous Price $499,000

Forest Hills is a sought-after and architecturally distinctive Queens neighborhood known for its lush greenery and exceptional architecture. The area is famous for Forest Hills Gardens, a private community featuring stunning Tudor-style homes and winding streets. The broader neighborhood offers a mix of grand pre-war cooperatives, modern luxury condominiums, and the popular shopping and dining destination of Austin Street, providing a suburban feel within the city limits.

Forest Hills Live Market Data

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Active Listings

68

Median Asking Price

$527K

Median $/Sqft

$621

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

7

Price Reduced

40%

Sold (30 Days)

4

Median Sale Price

$258K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/17/26, 6:55 PM EST

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Location

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112-20 72ND Drive #D35, Forest Hills, Queens County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1956
Year Built
70 years old
6
Floors
220
Residential Units
R6
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $8,074,350
Land Value: $2,557,350
Exemptions: $240,702

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 113,664 SF
Building Area: 238,128 SF
Built FAR: 2.1
Allowed FAR: 2.43

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,205 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1956, making it approximately 70 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS11013464
First Listed: 10/3/2024
On Market: 10/3/2024
Price Changed: 1/31/2025
Closed: 1/31/2025
Contract Date: 9/27/2024

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Susan Lusardi

Listing Contact: (917) 975-3187

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

RLS at REBNY

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