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The Bancroft, 40 West 72nd Street, #144

$3,900 | Studio, 1 bath
Building Profile  | 
161 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Jun 13, 2024
    Days on Market: 161
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Central Park West (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 155 times

Description

Breathtaking Prewar studio with a large private terrace (25’ x 8’) on the 14th floor of the Bancroft is just one half a block from Central Park, the iconic Dakota, and Strawberry Fields. This rare gem of a studio that exudes Parisian living is flooded with natural sunlight, nestled in the heart of the Upper West Side.

Elegant, available UNFURNISHED and turn-key, with all with the comforts of an exceptional home. This studio is in excellent condition, has hardwood floors, high ceilings and a restored metal front door.

Making amazing use of the space, it has ample storage. There is a fully equipped kitchen that includes a dishwasher, gas range, microwave and deep sink. A full bathroom is windowed with shower in tub. Plus, the terrace is nearly equal the size of the interior space.

View the skies and the unique UWS rooftops from this high-floor perch while hosting a friend, dining outdoors or sunbathing.

This apartment rental is available furnished OR unfurnished and tenants are subject to coop Board approval (approximately one month).

Recently, all 15 floors of the Bancroft were renovated, with updated hallways, fixtures, and new apartment doors. Built in 1926 by renowned architect Emery Roth, the Bancroft is a full-service Prewar cooperative building in superb physical and financial condition. Located just half a block from Central Park, close to many boutiques, acclaimed restaurants and other neighborhood favorites, such as Trader Joe’s, Fairway and Citarella.

Lincoln Center and Columbus Circle are all within a few blocks, offering entertainment, shopping and a Whole Foods.

The Bancroft is a handsome cooperative that boasts a beautiful historic lobby and passage hallways. It offers amenities such as a 24-hour doorman, central laundry facility, live-in superintendent and a package room. The Bancroft is conveniently located nearby public transportation, including local and express trains 1/2/3 and the B and C trains, as well as the M72 crosstown buses and various uptown/downtown buses.

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Apartment Amenities

  • Terrace
  • City View
  • Eastern Exposures
Listing courtesy of Corcoran Group

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About The Bancroft, 40 West 72nd Street

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The Bancroft, 40 West 72nd Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 52, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

18
Out of 44
+
24
Out of 36
+
10
Out of 39
=
52
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
None 2 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
None 0 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unified Design 1 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Very Attractive with Trees 4 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 50 blocks 1 out of 5 points
Views:
Open 2 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
None 0 out of 3 points
Health Club:
None 0 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
None 0 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
None 0 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
No 0 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Some 1 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1984
  • FT Doorman
  • Pre War
  • Resident Storage
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent

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Pros
  • Concierge
  • Distinctive cornice with blue arches
  • Pleasant pre-war building
  • Half a block from Central Park
  • Canopied Entrance
  • Half a block from subway
  • Close to several landmarks
  • Convenient to many restaurants and boutiques
Cons
  • No Balconies
  • No health club
  • No garage
  • Many apartments
  • No sidewalk landscaping
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Subways

  1. B
  2. C
at Central Park West 0.11 miles
  1. 1
  2. 2
  3. 3
at Broadway 0.24 miles

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