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Property Description
212 East 72nd Street is a vacant shell, formerly a single-family residence, complete with a curb cut for a private garage. With approved Department of Buildings plans in hand, the future owner can begin construction immediately to create a bespoke home. The existing structure encompasses approximately 5,200 square feet across five levels plus a cellar. The property offers five private outdoor spaces: a large south-facing garden, two covered terraces, a roof deck, and a portico at the penthouse level. Set on an oversized 102-foot-deep lot, the home benefits from abundant natural light at both the front and rear. The maximum buildable area is approximately 18,220 square feet; which, should be independently verified. Situated on East 72nd Street between Second and Third Avenues, the property is located in the heart of the Lenox Hill neighborhood on the Upper East Side and enjoys proximity to the areas impressive array of cultural pursuits, public transportation, highly ranked schools, Madison & Lexington Avenues shopping, galleries, and eateries.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 212 E 72nd St
General
- Sold For: $6,000,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20063320
- Added to Site: 187 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Smoke Free
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Unit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Parking Features: Driveway
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Lenox Hill
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Other
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Townhouse
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 5,200
- Living Area: 5,200 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1901
- Other Struct. Feat.: Green Building
Lot Features
- Property View: Other
- Lot Size: 1836
- Lot Dimensions: 102.00 x 18.00
- Zoning: R10A
Financial Considerations
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1426-0042
- Block: 1426
- Lot Number: 42
Listing Courtesy of Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc
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Schools
Schools serving 212 E 72nd St
School District:New York City Geographic School District 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
East Side Elementary School, PS 267 213 East 63rd Street, New York, NY 10065 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner 220 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 212 E 72nd St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/20/2026
Sold
$6,000,000
-24.53%
MLS
12/11/2025
Listed
$7,950,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
212 E 72nd Street, New York City, NY 10021 (MLS# RLS20063320) is a Single Family property that was sold at $6,000,000 on March 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 212 E 72nd Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

