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112-20 72nd Drive, Unit C27

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New on the market! Welcome to this true 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence at The Balfour. Upon entry, a grand foyer leads you into a spacious living room and a designated dining area. The apartment features windowed baths, a windowed kitchen, beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and an impressive eight closets-including one walk-in. Recent upgrades include brand-new, noise-proof windows and an updated electrical circuit breaker system. South West exposure very bright apartment ,this is a very hi second floor.

The Building:

The Balfour is a meticulously managed, full-service co-op. Residents enjoy top-tier amenities, including:

  • Staff & Service: 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, on-site management, and a package room equipped with BuildingLink.
  • Outdoor Space: Beautifully landscaped private gardens, a patio with seating, and a brand-new dog run park (key required). Pets are welcome (up to two pets under 40 lbs).
  • Wellness & Recreation: A bright fitness center with windows, Wi-Fi, and air conditioning, plus a community room with AC ,TV and Wi-Fi that can be used as reading lounge, game nights , meetings and be rented for private parties , it is equipped with a kitchen and refrigerator.
  • Convenience: Elegantly maintained lobbies with new wheelchair ramps and automated sliding doors, new elevators, three renovated laundry rooms, private storage units, and a bicycle room.
  • Parking: On-site garage with new electric vehicle charging stations (waitlist applies).
  • Connectivity: Wired for Verizon FIOs, Spectrum, and RCN.

The Neighborhood:

Centrally located in vibrant Forest Hills, you are just half a block from Queens Boulevard and the 75th Ave F-express subway station. You are also just minutes from the E, R, and M lines, the LIRR (under 30 minutes to Midtown Manhattan), and the Q60 bus. Enjoy world-class shopping and dining on Austin Street, events at Forest Hills Stadium and the West Side Tennis Club, and proximity to Trader Joe’s. Zoned for top-rated P.S. 196. Financials:

  • Monthly Maintenance: $1,619.86 (includes heat, hot water, and property taxes)
  • Down Payment: 25% required


Written By: Georges Benoliel

Georges has been working in Wall Street for the last 16 years trading derivatives with hedge funds. He has been an active real estate investor for over a decade. Georges graduated from HEC Business School in Paris and holds a master in Finance from ESADE Barcelona.

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