Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
245 E 72ND Street #5E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$570,000

$814 per sq ft

245 E 72ND Street #5E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

EASTGATE

MLS® #RLS10858795

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Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

700

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 700 sq ft
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,870/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 21

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 5 of 21
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1929
Living Area 700 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1427-0018-00245-000-000005E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 31, 2023 $595,000 -
Currently May 1, 2026 $570,000 -4.2%

Description

Welcome home to this charming Pre-war one bedroom one bath home. This apartment is in excellent condition and is loaded with lovely details throughout including high beamed ceilings, hardwood floors and arched doorways. It is extremely quiet making this the ideal place to call home. You enter into a gracious foyer area with two closets and an arched doorway, leading you into the oversized living/dining room. There is a separate windowed kitchen, complete with stainless appliances and plenty of cabinet space. The windowed bathroom has been beautifully updated keeping with the pre-war style, with a custom linen closet just outside the door. The spacious, bedroom overlooks the common garden, easily accommodates a queen-sized bed, and has a large custom closet.

Designed by Emery Roth and built by Bing & Bing, this full-time doorman building features a live-in super, fitness center, outdoor garden and private storage for rent. There is also a common laundry room bike room. The building is pet friendly. Convenient to all public transportation with the 2nd Ave subway right on the corner, making for an easy commute to any neighborhood.

Washer/dryers are permitted, subject to board approval.

Pieds-a-terres, co-purchasing and guarantors are permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,870/mo
Original Price $595,000
Sale Price $570,000
Previous Price $595,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.72M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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245 E 72ND Street #5E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1924
Year Built
102 years old
7
Floors
22
Residential Units
C4-6A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: West End-Collegiate Historic District Extension

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,002,050
Land Value: $864,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,065 SF
Building Area: 17,723 SF
Built FAR: 5.78
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 $1,870 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 700 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $570,000 for 700 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $814. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10858795
First Listed: 1/31/2023
Price Changed: 6/16/2023
Closed: 6/20/2023
Contract Date: 1/31/2023

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Salomon Benalloul

Listing Contact: (917) 749-0182

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