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Property Description
Experience the Best of the Upper West Side Prime Upper West Side home within a half of a block to Central Park. This spacious one-bedroom, one-bath, prewar home offers generous sized rooms with original preserved detail, including 9 foot plus beamed ceilings throughout, hardwood floors, abundant closets, and an in-unit washer/dryer. This is a quiet corner unit with northern exposure and sunlight, on a very desirable block. Apartment 81B is perfect as your primary residence or pied-a-terre. This home is simply waiting for your personal touch. Built in 1926 by renowned architect Emery Roth, the Bancroft is a full-service pre-war cooperative building in superb physical and financial condition. The Bancroft boasts a beautiful historic lobby and passage hallways. All 15 floors of the Bancroft have been recently renovated, including updated hallways, fixtures, and new apartment doors. The Bancroft amenities and services include, a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, central laundry facility, with newly installed washer and dryers. Additionally, there is private storage for rent (with a wait list), a bike room (with a wait list), and a package room for mail delivery. The Bancroft Cooperative offers immediate proximity to the lush, iconic Central Park, with Riverside Park and the Hudson River just a short stroll away. World class museums, and renowned performance venues, including Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, and the Beacon Theatre are among the many cultural landmarks nearby. The neighborhood also boasts an exceptional array of entertainment, gourmet and boutique shopping, fitness centers, and a vibrant mix of dining options, along with beloved neighborhood favorites such as Trader Joe's, Fairway, Citarella, Whole Foods, and a Wegmans market coming soon. The Bancroft is conveniently located to public transportation, including local and express trains 1/2/3 and the B /C trains, as well as the M72 crosstown buses, and various uptown/downtown buses. 80% financing allowed. Pied-a-terre and guarantors are welcome, and the building is pet friendly.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 40 W 72nd St #81B
General
- Sold For: $765,000
- HOA FEE: $1,880/month
- Status: Closed
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20065582
- Added to Site: 189 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 2
- Interior Features: Dining Area
- Appliances: Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building Other, In Unit
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Lincoln Square
- Building Name: THE BANCROFT
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High Rise
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 15
- Square Feet: 750
- Living Area: 750 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1926
- Other Struct. Feat.: Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Zoning: R10A
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $1,880
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Block: 1124
- Lot Number: 7501
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Schools
Schools serving 40 W 72nd St #81B
School District:New York City Geographic School District 03
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 199 Jessie Isador Straus 270 West 70th Street, New York, NY 10023 | K-5 | 0.3 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 40 W 72nd St #81B
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/24/2026
Sold
$765,000
2.14%
MLS
1/07/2026
Listed
$749,000
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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.
40 W 72nd Street #81B, New York City, NY 10023 (MLS# RLS20065582) is a Apartment property that was sold at $765,000 on April 24, 2026. This property was sold by Steven Gottlieb from our 654 Madison Ave Office.Want to learn more about 40 W 72nd Street #81B? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment 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.


