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SOLD FOR $520,000

· Closed October 3, 2023

165 E 72nd Street #5M
Closed For Sale Co-op

$520,000

165 E 72nd Street #5M

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10945593

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1960

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1960
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,192/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East facing
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 20
Exposure East
Cooling Other
Pets CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1960
Parking Garage Available
Parking Features Garage
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Parquet, Tile
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1407-0033-00165-000-000005M
Block/Lot 01407/0033

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 17, 2022 $689,000 -
Currently Apr 30, 2026 $520,000 -24.5%

Description

A spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom home at 165 East 72nd Street, one of the best cooperatives in New York City. Apartment 5M is a quintessential New York residence and the layout is simply superb. The entry hall leads to a gracious foyer featuring an oversized coat and storage closet. The foyer opens onto a large living room showcasing oversized windows with eastern light and offering plenty of space for entertaining and separate dining. The dining area flows naturally into the kitchen. A short hall leads to the bedroom, bathroom, and linen closet. The spacious bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed and showcases oversized windows with eastern light. The apartment boasts an abundance of storage throughout and hardwood parquet floors. 165 East 72nd Street is one of the highest regarded cooperatives in the heart of the upper East side located centrally on Third Avenue. This white-glove, full-service building is located near the best of everything on the Upper Eastside including shopping, restaurants, galleries, Central Park, and all modes of public transportation. Building residents enjoy stellar financials, two doormen at all times, elevator operators, a gym, a garage, separate storage, and a bike room. This pet and pied-a-terre friendly building has one of the most professional and friendly staff in all of New York City. 2% flip tax payable by the purchaser and 75% financing permitted currently!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Parquet, Tile

Appliances

Dishwasher Gas Cooktop

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 183
Stories 20
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,192/mo
Original Price $689,000
Sale Price $520,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

353

Median Asking Price

$1.63M

Median $/Sqft

$1,587

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/30/26, 10:10 AM EST

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Location

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165 E 72nd Street #5M, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1884
Year Built
142 years old
5
Floors
5
Residential Units
C4-6A
Zoning District
Primarily Residential Mixed Use Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,499,400
Land Value: $639,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,043 SF
Building Area: 7,203 SF
Built FAR: 3.53
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $1,192 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1960, making it approximately 66 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: RLS10945593
First Listed: 10/26/2023
On Market: 9/17/2022
Closed: 10/3/2023
Contract Date: 9/15/2022

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Michael Franco

Listing Contact: (917) 817-4122

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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.

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