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301 E 79th Street #26-L
Closed For Sale Condo

$865,000

301 E 79th Street #26-L

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10515948

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1975

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1975
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $554/mo
Property Taxes $9,780/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 26 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 26 of 37
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Exposure South
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Second Avenue/First Avenue
Year Built 1975
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1542/7501

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 11, 2019 $865,000 -
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $865,000 -

Description

Terrace and sun lovers: finally the apartment you have been looking for! This renovated high-floor one-bedroom, one-bath apartment offers breath-taking unobstructed city views, stunning light and your own private balcony. Move-in ready, this south-facing home on the 26th floor boasts wood floors, renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, renovated bathroom and abundant closet space. Washers and dryers are permitted in the unit. Continental Towers is a superb luxury condominium building with an attentive staff, including full-time doorman, concierge and live-in superintendent. Residents of this pet-friendly building enjoy a gorgeous roof deck and garden, central laundry, storage, fitness center, on-site parking and renovated hallways, all for incredibly low common charges. Perfectly positioned at the corner of 79th Street and Second Avenue, the tremendous dining, shopping and entertainment options the Upper East Side is known for surround the home on all sides. You'll find glorious outdoor space to the west at Central Park or to the east at John Jay Park or Carl Schurz Park along the East River, and transportation is effortless with Q and 4/5/6 trains and M79 crosstown bus service all nearby. There is a monthly assessment of $145.60 till end of 2019.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Balcony Building Roof Deck Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $554/mo
RE Taxes $9,780/yr ($815/mo)
Sale Price $865,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

343

Median Asking Price

$1.52M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 6:36 AM EST

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301 E 79th Street #26-L, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Second Avenue/First Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
2
Floors
R6B
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,020,050
Land Value: $390,150
Exemptions: $0

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 9,630 SF
Building Area: 19,200 SF
Built FAR: 1.99
Allowed FAR: 2

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $554 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $9,780, or roughly $815 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1975, making it approximately 51 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10515948
First Listed: 1/11/2019
Closed: 4/9/2019
Contract Date: 1/11/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Angela Rapoport

Listing Contact: (917) 991-8758

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