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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island

520 E 72nd St Apt 10T, Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10021

$650,000
Asking price · in USD
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Asking price $650,000. Built in 1963.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Renovated One Bedroom in Excellent Condition on a Quiet Upper East Side Cul-de-Sac! Rarely does a home of this caliber come to market. This gut-renovated one bedroom residence has been thoughtfully reimagined to offer both refined design and effortless functionality. A spacious, sun-filled living room anchors the home, complemented by a separate dining area that adds flexibility for entertaining or a home office setup. The bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed with two nightstands and a dresser, creating a comfortable and well-proportioned retreat. The renovated kitchen is both stylish and highly functional, featuring quartz countertops, custom white shaker cabinetry, and a classic herringbone tile backsplash. Outfitted with premium stainless-steel appliances, including a full-size gas range, built-in microwave, and refrigerator, the space is designed for effortless everyday use. Thoughtfully laid out with excellent counter space and storage, the kitchen offers a clean, modern aesthetic while maximizing efficiency. The beautifully renovated bathroom features elegant floor-to-ceiling porcelain tile in warm, neutral tones, accented by a subtle mosaic detail. A glass-enclosed soaking tub with sliding doors creates a clean, modern look while maximizing space and light. The classic pedestal sink is complemented by a mirrored medicine cabinet, sleek chrome fixtures, and a well-lit vanity, offering both style and functionality. Thoughtfully designed, the space feels spa-like, polished, and timeless. Bathed in southern light throughout the day, the apartment also features stunning hardwood floors, updated baseboard moldings, upgraded hardware, and excellent storage throughout. This truly turnkey offering has upgraded electric with a new circuit breaker panel, two-zone climate control with two HVAC units and updated lighting. Tucked away on a quiet, tree-lined cul-de-sac overlooking the East River, offering a rare combination of tranquility and convenience. Residents enjoy easy access to two nearby pocket parks and safe, pedestrian-only entry to the East River Promenade. This full-service co-op offers a 24-hour doorman and concierge, a live-in resident manager, an on-site garage, laundry facilities and bike storage, the BuildingLink system, a library and serene Zen garden, as well as a composting station. The building is pet-friendly and non-smoking, catering to a modern lifestyle. Flexible ownership policies allow co-purchasers, guarantors, gifting, pieds-a-terre, and subletting (after two years, for two out of five years), with financing permitted up to 70%. Built in 1963 and home to 242 residences, the building is ideally located near the Second Avenue Subway, the crosstown bus at 72nd Street, the M31, and is surrounded by shopping, dining, and recreation-with Citi Bike conveniently located on the corner. There is an assessment of $168.45/month that ends this year.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 63/100 · Fairly complete

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    • Some points: Only 7 photos (8 or more for full points)13/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details15/20
    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
    • Full points: Bathrooms stated2/2
    • No points: No size0/2
    • Does not apply: Move-in date: does not apply2/2
    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • No points: No amenities listed0/2
    • Full points: Description of 452 words3/3
  • True cost7/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1964, 245 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal6/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
  • Trust0/15
    • No points: Not claimed on Roofy by the agent or owner0/10
    • No points: The agent is not verified on Roofy0/5

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Compared with the area

Asks $650,000, 10% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island.

Median here
$725,000
122 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$599,250–$895,000
The middle half of listings

Priced in line with similar homes here.

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More about Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 72 StN Q9 min walk
  • Roosevelt IslandF M12 min walk
  • 68 St-Hunter College615 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 2

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The building

245 units · 18 floors · built 1964 · 6 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

520 East 72 Street · BBL 1-01483-0038 · built 1964 · 245 units

Roofy building score 98/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
16 (A 7 · B 0 · C 0)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
Had 6 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$510,000 on Sep 22, 2026

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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