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· Closed March 13, 2020

301 E 79th Street #3-N
Closed For Sale Condo

$740,000

301 E 79th Street #3-N

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10597877

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 $329/mo
Property Taxes $4,656/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 3 of 37

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: South facing
  • Climate Control: Central Air

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 3 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 Oct 20, 2019 $740,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $740,000 -

Description

Major Price Reduction! This lovely and spacious one-bedroom one-bath apartment in Continental Towers faces south and is filled with abundant light. This home offers a comfortable layout, open city views and ample closet space. Washers and dryers are permitted in the unit.


Continental Towers is a superb luxury condominium building with an attentive staff, including a full-time doorman, concierge and live-in superintendent. Residents of this pet-friendly building enjoy a gorgeous landscaped roof deck and a garden, central laundry, storage, fitness center, on-site parking and renovated hallways, all for incredibly low common charges.


Centrally located at the NE corner of 79th Street and Second Avenue the building is surrounded by the tremendous dining, shopping and entertainment options that the Upper East Side is known for. You'll find great outdoor space to the west and east at Central Park, John Jay and Carl Schurz Parks respectively. Transportation is effortless with the Q, 4-5-6 trains and M79 crosstown bus service all nearby.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Stories 37

Financial Details

Common Charges $329/mo
RE Taxes $4,656/yr ($388/mo)
Sale Price $740,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/23/26, 3:14 AM EST

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301 E 79th Street #3-N, 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 $329 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $4,656, or roughly $388 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: RLS10597877
First Listed: 10/20/2019
Closed: 3/13/2020
Contract Date: 10/18/2019

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Angela Rapoport

Listing Contact: (917) 991-8758

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