$645,000
Updated 8 years ago
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The Charing Cross House

305 East 72nd Street, 5-EN

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Second Ave & First Ave

3 Rooms1 Bed1 BathCo-op

$645,000
Maintenance$1,202

This property was sold for $645,000 on 11/08/18.

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • Corner Apartment
  • Entry Foyer
  • Picture Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Galley
  • Microwave
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Pedestal Sink

Outdoor space and views

  • City Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Facility
  • Laundry Room
  • Renovated Lobby
  • Roof Deck
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 305 East 72nd Street, 5-EN

5EN at the full-service Charing Cross House is a one-bedroom, one-bathroom corner residence located in the cooperative's boutique northern building. Perched above the treetops of East 73rd, this home couples the privacy of living on a quiet residential block with the conveniences of an East 72nd Street entrance for quick access to the thoroughfare and brand new Second Avenue subway station across the street. A wide foyer flanked by two deep closets opens to bright, spacious living room. Exceptional natural light pours through coveted corner exposures to the north and east revealing open sky over the surrounding low-rise buildings. A free-flowing layout provides a seamless transition to a windowed galley kitchen which features cabinetry by Brookhaven of Pennsylvania, black granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. Adjacent is a dining area complemented by a custom built-in Brookhaven bar cabinet which boasts a 17-bottle wine rack display. Set back from the street and overlooking the treetops of East 73rd below, the large master bedroom offers a serene retreat. Just outside, is a windowed modern bathroom appointed with a space-saving pocket door, Speakman showerhead, Robern medicine cabinet and Grohe fixtures. Additional highlights of residence 5EN include custom Hunter Douglas solar shades and updated hardwood floors throughout, windows in every room, through-the-wall air conditioning, and a custom master closet system outfitted by Elfa. Charing Cross House, built in 1955, is a premier Upper East Side cooperative developed by Peter Doelger and designed by architect H.I. Feldman. The name pays homage to long-time resident and author Helene Hanff who wrote the acclaimed "84, Charing Cross Road", which was later adapted for theater, film, television and radio. The entrance, situated at the corner of East 72nd Street and Second Avenue, is distinguished by its signature gold trim, stately awning and outdoor plantings. This post-war cooperative is a block-long and comprised of two interconnected buildings: an intimate six-story building to the north on East 73rd and high-rise to the south on East 72nd Street. Residents are supported by a full-time staff including a 24/7 attended lobby and live-in Resident Manager. A sustainable eco-conscious smart roof with extraordinary city views provides a furnished and landscaped oasis for shareholders. Additional amenities include a fitness center (monthly fee), central laundry room and storage for bicycles and personal property (monthly fee). The cooperative permits pets and pied-a-terres. Parents buying for children, co-purchasing, guarantors and subleasing are evaluated on a case-by-case basis and subject to the discretion of the board.

Listing History for 305 East 72nd Street, 5-EN

Now
11/08/2018
$645,000
Sold and Closed by Shaun Osher
CORE
06/26/2018
Contract Signed by
CORE

Building Details for 305 East 72nd Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1955
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts17/178
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

72 St
0.01 miles
68 St-Hunter College
0.3 miles
77 St
0.34 miles

Citi Bike

3 Ave & E 72 St
0.15 miles
E 75 St & 3 Ave
0.16 miles

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Upper East Side | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.

With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.

Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .

There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.

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OLR ID: 322487