340 East 72nd Street, Unit PH
Description
Life at the Top
Live elegantly with ease in the penthouse that has it all.
This stunning and sun drenched 8 Room Prewar Penthouse with wrap terrace is an exceptional and unique residence.
Currently 3 bedrooms plus library and media rooms, it encompasses the entire top floor and is surrounded by setback wrap terraces with 4 exposures and beautiful views.
The elevator opens directly into an entrance gallery adjacent to a dramatic living room with woodburning fireplace,...Every Penthouse Buyer Should See This!
Life at the Top
Live elegantly with ease in the penthouse that has it all.
This stunning and sun drenched 8 Room Prewar Penthouse with wrap terrace is an exceptional and unique residence.
Currently 3 bedrooms plus library and media rooms, it encompasses the entire top floor and is surrounded by setback wrap terraces with 4 exposures and beautiful views.
The elevator opens directly into an entrance gallery adjacent to a dramatic living room with woodburning fireplace, framed by a wall of south facing, floor to ceiling windows and access to the sweeping south terrace. The floor to ceiling windows continue across the dining room with both rooms offering wide open dazzling views of the Manhattan skyline and sunsets.
A spacious yet comfortable media room with wet bar is perfectly tucked between these rooms optimizing the entertaining flow.
The 18 foot windowed eat-in-kitchen with solarium is fully equipped with top of the line appliances and finishes and completes this wing of the home.
The primary bedroom contained in its own wing with wood burning fire place has ample storage including a generous walk in closet and large bathroom with separate bathtub and shower. Located on the northeast corner it has direct terrace access with charming views.
The second bedroom, also a private wing with bath and ample storage, is bathed in sunlight and has direct access to the terrace.
A fourth wing features a library with skylight and a “secret bedroom” with bath.
The ceilings are high, the scale of the rooms elegant, the fine prewar detail abundant, the finishes high quality and classic. This is a one of a kind sophisticated residence.
Conveniently located to great restaurants, shops, museums and the second avenue subway, 340 East 72nd Street is a full-service, white glove cooperative known for its fine quality.
There is a common garden on the lobby floor, a gym, bike room, laundry room and private storage bin. Pets are permitted.
Financing up to 50%. A 2% flip tax is paid by the purchaser.
Amenities
- Penthouse
- Doorman
- Full-Time Doorman
- City Views
- Open Views
- Private Wrap Around Terrace
- Common Garden
- Gym
Property Details for 340 East 72nd Street, Unit PH
| Status | Sold |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 451 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $13,137 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 50% |
| Total Rooms | 8.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | Co-op |
| Year Built | 1930 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
340 E 72nd St
Location
Sold By Corcoran
Building Information for 340 East 72nd Street, Unit PH
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$26,845 per month
30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest
$13,708
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$13,137
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1Property History for 340 East 72nd Street, Unit PH
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/09/2024 | Sold Manual | $4,500,000 |
| 10/09/2024 | $4,500,000 | |
| 04/18/2024 | Contract Signed Manual | — |
| 10/16/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $4,650,000 |
| 10/16/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 08/14/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $4,650,000 |
| 08/02/2023 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/10/2023 | Listed (Active) Manual | $4,900,000 |
| 05/17/2021 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 01/27/2021 | Price Change Manual | $5,300,000 |
| 09/09/2019 | Listed (Active) Manual | $5,800,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 340 East 72nd Street, Unit PH
Schools near 340 East 72nd Street, Unit PH
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 183 Robert L Stevenson PublicPK to 5 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner Public6 to 8 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 |
School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.
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