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140 E 72ND Street #15C
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$3,295,000

140 E 72ND Street #15C

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

71 Street-Lexington Corp.

MLS® #RLS20090526

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $6,002/mo
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 15 of 22

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full
Floor 15 of 22
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Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1959
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01406/0017

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 12, 2026 $3,295,000 -
Currently May 12, 2026 $3,295,000 -

Description

Perfectly situated on coveted East 72nd Street, this exceptional high-floor residence is being offered for sale for the first time in 52 years. Perched on the 15th floor, the beautifully renovated home enjoys sweeping open views in every direction and an abundance of natural light throughout the day.

The gracious layout features a large and inviting living room, an elegant dining area, and an open chef's kitchen complete with washer/dryer, creating an ideal setting for both comfortable living and effortless entertaining.

The apartment offers three generously proportioned bedrooms and three full baths, thoughtfully designed to provide both privacy and functionality. A separate staff room with shared bath, located on the building's second floor, provides additional flexibility for guests, live-in help, or extra storage.

Combining timeless Upper East Side elegance with modern updates, this rare offering presents a unique opportunity to own a sophisticated full-service home in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods. Ideally located moments from Central Park, Madison Avenue shopping, acclaimed restaurants, and world-class cultural institutions, 140 East 72nd Street offers the very best of Upper East Side living.

Building amenities include garage access, fitness center, central laundry room, bike storage, children's playroom, full-time doormen, and a live-in superintendent. Pets and pied-à-terres are welcome.

A 2% flip tax is payable by the purchaser to the building at closing. The monthly maintenance for the staff room is $563.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other Washer Hookup In Unit

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $6,002/mo

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

629

Median Asking Price

$1.43M

Median $/Sqft

$1,329

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

33

Price Reduced

36%

Sold (30 Days)

64

Median Sale Price

$1.35M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/12/26, 2:02 PM EST

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Location

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140 E 72ND Street #15C, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1955
Year Built
71 years old
6
Floors
156
Residential Units
R6A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $4,752,000
Land Value: $468,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 48,000 SF
Building Area: 141,176 SF
Built FAR: 2.94
Allowed FAR: 3

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 $6,002 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1959, making it approximately 67 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: Cats and Dogs Allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Cats and Dogs Allowed. 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: RLS20090526
First Listed: 5/12/2026
On Market: 5/12/2026
Price Changed: 5/12/2026
Contract Date: 5/12/2026

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Meredith Verona

Listing Contact: (917) 991-0820

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RLS at REBNY

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