--- title: "531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021" description: "531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — Townhouse in Lenox Hill, Manhattan, NY. Listing Price $499,000. 1 bed, 1 bath, 620 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $7,485 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10021/531-east-72nd-street-5b-ny-10021" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" dateModified: "2026-10-12T18:59:05.973Z" status: "Active" --- # 531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 Townhouse in Lenox Hill, Manhattan, NY Courtesy of Compass Last updated: October 12, 2026, 2:59 PM ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $499,000 - **Beds**: 1 - **Baths**: 1 - **Sqft**: 620 - **Common Charges**: $1,078 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $805 - **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible ## The Private Brokerage Advantage As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction. - **Contract Purchase Price**: $499,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$7,485* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $491,515 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $7,485 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.* [Request a private tour](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Photos (10) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 1 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/f2ff06a1-ca12-4a28-92ff-470051264b31.png) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 2 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/1e3c510c-ea55-40e5-811a-afb2c60a39cb.jpg) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 3 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/790503fa-f56b-4c0c-8dcb-fc6d9d7261ee.png) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 4 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/7fb7ad0a-3c6a-4c04-9994-78388d11e861.jpg) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 5 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/b197df35-6626-467b-9e68-3edc1730d2cd.jpg) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 6 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/780b723a-8bfb-49d1-b637-cf20414adc8d.png) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 7 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/2de65aad-1960-498a-8cf2-b7115e0f3d91.jpg) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 8 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/514d96cb-0034-4e4e-8441-d1c1870285aa.jpg) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 9 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/c36e0cc9-1604-4d9e-be95-c5316245788f.png) ![531 East 72nd Street #5B, New York City, NY 10021 — photo 10 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/6b7ce91f-a798-4864-b5af-cd031b6dbab9.jpg) ## Property Overview Tucked away on the picturesque, tree-lined cul-de-sac of East 72nd Street, this charming residence offers a rare sense of tranquility in the heart of the Upper East Side. Situated near the cobblestoned East River overlook, this special Manhattan enclave feels worlds away from the bustle of the city, yet remains moments from everything the neighborhood has to offer. The residence is part of the distinctive "Black and Whites," a collection of former townhouses later converted into cooperative residences, known for their striking black-and-white facades and signature red entry doors. Situated on the fifth floor, this inviting home features ceilings over nine feet high, generously proportioned rooms, and windows in every room that provide wonderful natural light. The spacious living room is complemented by built-in bookshelves, while a separate dining alcove provides a dedicated space for everyday meals or entertaining. The south-facing, king-sized bedroom offers comfortable proportions and excellent natural light. Combining historic character, a peaceful residential setting, and the convenience of a full-time resident manager, this residence presents a unique opportunity to enjoy one of the Upper East Side's most charming enclaves. Fifth-floor walk-up. Current monthly assessment of $255 through April 2027. ## Property Details - **Property Type**: Co-op - **Beds**: 1 - **Baths**: 1 - **Rooms**: 3 - **Sqft**: 620 sqft - **Stories**: 5 - **Year Built**: 1910 - **Price per Sqft**: $805 - **Common Charges**: $1,077.59 / Monthly - **Listed On**: Oct 12, 2026 - **Days on Market**: 1 Days ### Residence Features - Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed - Common On Floor - Common Area - Entrance Foyer - High Ceilings ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$3,601 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($99,800), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $2,523 - **Common Charges**: $1,078 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender. ## Sales and market data ### How this price compares - **This home**: $499,000 - **Median sold price**: $675,000 - **Difference**: -$176,000 (-26.1%) - **This home, $/ft²**: $805 - **Comparable sales**: 308 - **Sales from**: October 2024 – August 2026 - **Middle half of those sales**: $575,000 – $840,000 Based on co-op one-bedroom sales in Lenox Hill. Square footage is recorded for only 100 of these 308 sales (32%), so no price per square foot is shown for this group. Co-op sales rarely carry a floor area, and a figure drawn from a handful of them would not describe the rest. This building has not had enough comparable sales of its own in the period to support a median, so the benchmark is drawn from Lenox Hill instead. ### How these sales were negotiated - **Sale-to-list price**: 96.4% (282 sales) - **Sold below asking**: 76% (282 sales) - **Typical time to find a buyer**: 76 days (288 sales) - **Typical time to close**: 88 days (288 sales) Based on co-op one-bedroom sales in Lenox Hill with the required listing and closing data. Sample sizes vary by metric. These are two separate periods measured on different clocks — time to find a buyer, and time from agreed deal to closing. They are medians of different sets of sales and do not add together into a single "days on market" figure. ### Price trend Median sale price, co-op one-bedroom sales in Lenox Hill | Year | Median sold price | Sales | | --- | --- | --- | | 2016 | $705,000 | 31 | | 2017 | $717,000 | 165 | | 2018 | $728,750 | 152 | | 2019 | $699,000 | 145 | | 2020 | $662,500 | 108 | | 2021 | $685,000 | 234 | | 2022 | $718,000 | 229 | | 2023 | $675,000 | 163 | | 2024 | $675,000 | 167 | | 2025 | $675,000 | 173 | | 2026 YTD | $668,625 | 108 | Based on recorded co-op one-bedroom sales in Lenox Hill. 2026 is year-to-date. Sales data through August 2026. Sale prices are the consideration recorded with the City in ACRIS, and each sale is dated by the day the City recorded it. A closing date reported to the MLS typically falls one to two weeks earlier. Recorded sales describe what has already happened and are not an appraisal, a valuation, or an estimate of what this home will sell for. [See every recorded sale at 531 East 72nd Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/531-east-72nd-street) ## About The Building ### 531 East 72nd Street 531 East 72nd Street, New York, NY 10021 A building in the neighborhood, currently featuring 1 active listing. - **Year Built**: 1910 - **Active Units**: 1 - **Floors**: 5 [View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/531-east-72nd-street) ### Available Residences — For Sale (1) | Unit | Beds | Baths | Size | Price / Ft² | Price | Listing Office | Listed Date | Days on Market | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [5B](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyorkcity/manhattan/10021/531-east-72nd-street-5b-ny-10021) | 1 | 1 | 620 sqft | $805 | $499,000 | Compass | Oct 12, 2026 | 1 days | ## Lenox Hill Overview of Lenox Hill [Explore Lenox Hill](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/lenox-hill) · [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ### Nearby Lenox Hill - [Inwood real estate for sale](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/inwood) ## Related Links - [531 East 72nd Street — building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/531-east-72nd-street) - [Lenox Hill neighborhood guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/new-york-city/manhattan/lenox-hill) - [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share and closing costs](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) - [Contact Régis Roumila](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) --- > RLS IDX Data display by Real Estate Rebate Team. 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