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SOLD FOR $530,000

· Closed March 11, 2022

12 W 72ND Street #2D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$530,000

12 W 72ND Street #2D

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE OLIVER CROMWELL

MLS® #RLS10760562

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,841/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 2 of 30

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1927)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 30
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1124-0042-00012-000-000002D

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 18, 2022 $645,000 -
Price Reduced Mar 15, 2022 $550,000 -14.7%
Currently May 14, 2026 $530,000 -3.6%

Description

By Appointment Only...Sunday from 12pm to 1pm. Please call or email for an appointment.

Upper West Side at its Best! Don?t miss out on this inviting 1 bedroom home now available for sale at 12 West 72nd Street, the Oliver Cromwell, a coveted full-service, pre-war cooperative designed by renowned architect Emery Roth and located less than 1 block from Central Park.

As you enter into the living room, you will notice the prewar charm of high beamed ceilings, further complemented by views of the building?s beautifully designed arch, West 72nd?Street and the famous landmarked Dakota through Citiquiet soundproof windows from the apartment?s northern exposure.

With brand new floors throughout,?this lovely apartment additionally offers an open kitchen with dishwasher and optional center island for extra counter space, a sizable primary bedroom, with ensuite bath, featuring a wall of custom built-ins, plus 3 closets outfitted from California Closets. An abundance of storage!

The Oliver Cromwell offers one of the best of Upper West Side locations. Close to Central Park, The Natural History Museum, Lincoln Center, the Metropolitan Opera/ New York City Ballet, and an extensive selection of cafes and restaurants. With easy access to transportation, the B and C trains, the M72 crosstown bus, and two Citibike stations just down the block, it is also a short distance from the 1/2/3 lines, Trader Joe's, Fairway, and Citarella.

12 West 72nd Street boasts 24-hour doorman, live-in resident manager, laundry room, and storage. With board approval, pets, subletting, and pied a terre are also permitted.

Please email or call for an appointment ? I would love to show you this very special apartment?

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,841/mo
Original Price $645,000
Sale Price $530,000
Previous Price $550,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

592

Median Asking Price

$1.69M

Median $/Sqft

$1,531

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

37

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

89

Median Sale Price

$1.80M

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Location

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12 W 72ND Street #2D, Upper West Side, New York County • Near CENTRAL PARK WEST and COLUMBUS AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1940
Year Built
86 years old
2
Floors
3
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $82,680
Land Value: $24,180
Exemptions: $4,080

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

Lot Area: 2,500 SF
Building Area: 2,876 SF
Built FAR: 1.15
Allowed FAR: 1.5

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 $1,841 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 1927, making it approximately 99 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: RLS10760562
First Listed: 1/18/2022
Price Changed: 3/15/2022
Closed: 3/11/2022
Contract Date: 2/16/2021

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Danielle Pessis

Listing Contact: (917) 428-0265

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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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