Elegant Prewar Classic Seven with Gracious Layout, Tree-Lined Views & Versatile Staff Room

From a semi-private elevator vestibule, enter this well maintained and spacious classic seven-room home, perfectly blending timeless prewar elegance with comfortable living. The residence features generously proportioned rooms, original hardwood floors, and beamed ceilings throughout.  This spacious, classic, flexible home offers exceptional value and convenience in one of the Upper East Side's most desirable locations.

The expansive living room, anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, offers ample space for two distinct seating areas and a baby grand piano. The substantial space is ideal for both quiet evenings and lively gatherings. A large formal dining room easily accommodates seating for 14 and the flow between the public spaces is perfect for entertaining.

North-facing rooms overlook a tree-lined stretch of East 72nd Street creating a calming atmosphere year-round. The spacious windowed kitchen, complete with a butler's pantry offers abundant storage, generous countertop space, and an eat-in dinette area. There is also a staff room and half bath, currently arranged as a home office with in-unit laundry, off the butler's pantry offering further versatility.

The private wing of the apartment includes three spacious bedrooms; two with en-suite baths plus a third currently used as a den and served by a full hall bathroom. Exceptional closet space extends throughout the home.

Included in the sale is a separate windowed room of approximately 108 square feet (monthly maintenance $598) located just down the back hallway. This adaptable room is ideal as a home office, guest room, staff quarters, or extra storage. A large private basement storage cage also conveys with the unit.

Situated between First and Second Avenues on a coveted East Side block, 340 East 72nd Street is a well-run, full-service boutique prewar cooperative built in 1930 with just 33 units.

The building offers white-glove amenities including a 24/7 doorperson, live-in Resident Manager, and an attentive, professional staff. Building amenities include a fitness room, landscaped rear courtyard garden, and bike storage.  Pets are welcome, the coop permits up to 50% financing, and a 2% flip tax paid by the buyer.  Currently, there is a capital assessment through June 30th, 2026 for building improvement projects.

NOTE:

Total monthly maintenance apartment 2N and staff room $6,284

Total monthly assessment (through June 2026) apartment 2N and staff room $4,521

Seller will pay 50% of post-closing remaining assessment ($2,260/month)