Description

212 East 72nd Street is a vacant shell, formerly a single‐family residence, complete with a curb cut for a private garage. With approved Department of Buildings plans in hand, the future owner can begin construction immediately to create a bespoke home. The existing structure encompasses approximately 5,200 square feet across five levels plus a cellar. The property offers five private outdoor spaces: a large south-facing garden, two covered terraces, a roof deck, and a portico at the penthouse level. Set on an oversized 102-foot-deep lot, the home benefits from abundant natural light at both the front and rear. The maximum buildable area is approximately 18,220 square feet; which, should be independently verified. Situated on East 72nd Street between Second and Third Avenues, the property is located in the heart of the Lenox Hill neighborhood on the Upper East Side and enjoys proximity to the areas impressive array of cultural pursuits, public transportation, highly ranked schools, Madison & Lexington Avenues shopping, galleries, and eateries.

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Building Features 3 Floors1 Units

intercom
pet friendly

Unit Features

washerdryer
garage
Pet Policy: Building Yes, No

$7,950,000 / $1,528 per ft²

Listed on Dec 11, 2025

78 Days on Market

3 Beds / 3 Baths - / 5,200 ft²

Total Monthly expenses: -

Maintenance: - / R.E. Taxes -

Other Details:

Single Family

Lot Size: 17.83' x 102.17' Built: 17.83' x 52.0'

Zoning: A0-9

Exclusively listed with: Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc Source: RLS

Matthew S
Lesser

[email protected]

(917) 754-7783

Jed H
Garfield

[email protected]

(212) 574-6980

Tori
Landon

[email protected]

(570) 574-5289

Casey
Leonard

[email protected]

(703) 439-8741

Listing Courtesy of Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc View Listing

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