535 East 72nd Street, 4A

New York, New York, 10021 United States

Welcome to “The Black & Whites”, a one-of-a-kind townhouse style cooperative located on a quiet cul-de-sac right next to a park and the waterfront in Lenox Hill. This location was the original home of The Paris Review and has been used for many movies filmed in NYC with its two-tone exterior, red lacquer door and cobble stone. Sit and enjoy panoramic water views from this spacious 1 bed / 1 bath urban oasis. Apartment 4A features 9-foot-high ceilings, a fire place (that can be restored to wood burning) and the perfect spot to gaze at the water in your own private living room. The bedroom features mirrored French doors, plenty of space for king bed (current bed is a Queen) and end tables. The open living / dining area offers tons of light and charm! There is a windowed kitchen and bathroom. The bathroom has a tub and is tiled. The kitchen includes a washer / dryer (vented), dishwasher, large fridge, ample storage and an adorable chalkboard wall. Off the bedroom you will find a walk-in closet with built ins already there. Apartment 4A is so quiet you will forget you are in the city! Only 3 flights up.

The Black & Whites includes 527-541 East 72nd Street and was rebuilt in 1983. This long-established cooperative has history dating back to 1984 and was featured in the East Side Feed in May 2023 as “The Prettiest Street on the Upper East Side. The building has a live in super, handyman, a package room, private storage (wait list), bike storage, recycling room and is pet friendly. Easy access to the Q (2 blocks away) and plenty of restaurants and shops in the neighborhood. Financing required is 75%. The board does not accept guarantors or maintenance in escrow in lieu of adequate financials. Subletting is permitted after 2 years of ownership with board approval (inquire for more details on the policy). Coop allows pied a terre. Every package is reviewed based on it's own merits.