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SOLD FOR $1,999,999

Listed at $2,199,000 · Sold 9.0% below asking · Closed September 15, 2025

420 E 72nd Street #4-J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,199,000

$1,374 per sq ft

420 E 72nd Street #4-J

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20017553

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Blu Realty Group

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,600

Sq. Ft.

1962

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,600 sq ft
Year Built 1962
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,498/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 19
Exposure North,South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Cross Street First Avenue/York Avenue
Year Built 1962
Living Area 1,600 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type None
Block/Lot 1466/37

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 20, 2025 $2,399,000 -
Currently Apr 25, 2026 $2,199,000 -8.3%

Description

MOVE RIGHT IN! Unit 4J is a 3 Bedroom/2 Bath apartment that was completely gut renovated in 2024. The oversized living room is perfect for entertaining, with a wall of windows with northern exposure and a private balcony. The main bedroom has 3 closets, and an en-suite bathroom. The additional two bedrooms have fantastic closet space and face south. Maintenance includes cooking gas and Spectrum Internet/Cable.

The apartment renovations include:
• Washer/Dryer in unit
• Eat-in, open kitchen with custom banquette seating, 7-foot long island with room for at least 4 counter stools, and all new appliances, including a side-by-side 48” Subzero fridge/freezer, KitchenAid range, and Bosch Benchmark dishwasher. The Ultracraft custom cabinets have a 100 year warranty.
• New heating/cooling units in each room with custom cabinetry and WiFi thermostats.
• WiFi enabled window treatments
• Great closet space, new engineered floors and LED/Cove lighting throughout the apartment.

420 East 72nd Street is a full service, post-war co-op. The building has a full-time doorman, live-in super, laundry room, garage, and is pet-friendly. Pied-a-terres, guarantors and co-purchasing are case by case. There is a 1.5% flip tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Entrance Foyer Kitchen Window Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area In Unit

Exterior Features

Balcony Private Outdoor Space Under60 Sqft Balcony

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,498/mo
Original Price $2,399,000
Sale Price $1,999,999
Previous Price $2,399,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,559

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/25/26, 12:38 PM EST

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420 E 72nd Street #4-J, Upper East Side, New York County • Near First Avenue/York Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1962
Year Built
64 years old
19
Floors
191
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $30,122,550
Land Value: $3,258,000
Exemptions: $159,772

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

Lot Area: 20,433 SF
Building Area: 238,180 SF
Built FAR: 11.66
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 $3,498 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1962, making it approximately 64 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.

At the current list price of $2,199,000 for 1,600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,374. 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: RLS20017553
First Listed: 4/20/2025
On Market: 4/20/2025
Price Changed: 5/19/2025
Closed: 9/15/2025
Contract Date: 4/20/2025

Listing Courtesy of Blu Realty Group - Jenny J Lee

Listing Contact: (212) 580-8879

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