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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square

12 W 72nd St Apt 7H, Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, Manhattan, New York, NY, 10023

$695,000
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. Asking price $695,000. Built in 1927.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

Park Block Prewar at The Oliver Cromwell Just half a block from Central Park, this beautifully maintained one-bedroom, one-bathroom home at the iconic Oliver Cromwell offers serene prewar elegance and generous proportions in one of the Upper West Side's most coveted locations. The gracious living space has 9-foot beamed ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, and classic baseboard moldings, creating a warm and sophisticated backdrop for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious king-size bedroom features two generous closets and lovely south and east facing windows, filling the room with natural light. The adjacent windowed en-suite bath adds both charm and convenience. The efficient well-designed kitchen is wonderfully functional, with crisp white cabinetry, granite countertops, Meile Stove and Fisher Paykel dishwasher. There is also and an oversized walk-in pantry offering abundant storage for both kitchen essentials and household needs. Designed by renowned architect Emery Roth and built in 1927, The Oliver Cromwell is a distinguished white-glove, full-service cooperative with 24-hour door coverage, a live-in superintendent and central laundry. Co-purchasing, pied-a-terres, and pets are welcome. 75% financing permitted. No flip tax.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 66/100 · Fairly complete

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  • Photos23/25
    • Some points: Only 7 photos (8 or more for full points)13/15
    • Full points: Large, clear photos (about 1,000 px)10/10
  • Details16/20
    • 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
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 193 words3/3
  • True cost5/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 16% below similar homes in its neighborhood5/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1927, 152 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
  • 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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Scored Nov 2, 2026 · Score version 1. No one can pay to change a score.

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Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $695,000, 16% below the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Upper West Side-Lincoln Square.

Median here
$830,000
81 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$725,000–$1,029,500
The middle half of listings

Priced below most similar homes here.

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More about Upper West Side-Lincoln Square

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

Nearby transit

  • 72 StC B2 min walk
  • 72 St1 2 37 min walk
  • 66 St-Lincoln Center19 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 3

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The building

152 units · 29 floors · built 1927 · 3 more homes listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

12 West 72 Street · BBL 1-01124-0042 · built 1927 · 152 units

Roofy building score 98/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
3 (A 0 · B 2 · C 1)
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
Had 7 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$735,000 on Jul 17, 2026

1 open Class C (immediately hazardous) violation in the building.

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Public NYC records about the building, not about the person listing it. Buyers and renters can see them on city websites too. Source: NYC Open Data (DCP PLUTO, HPD, DOF).

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