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SOLD FOR $810,000

Listed at $829,000 · Sold 2.3% below asking · Closed June 17, 2020

301 E 79th Street #4L
Closed For Sale Condo

$829,000

$1,382 per sq ft

301 E 79th Street #4L

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10614657

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

600

Sq. Ft.

1974

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 600 sq ft
Year Built 1974
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $554/mo
Property Taxes $7,704/yr
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 36

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 4 of 36
Exposure South
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Cross Street 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE
Year Built 1974
Living Area 600 sq ft
Parcel # 1542-1033

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 24, 2019 $840,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $829,000 -1.3%

Description

INCREDIBLY PRICE!NEW TO MARKET Gut renovated luxury living overlooking prime East 79th Street from your airy South facing BALCONY in Continental Towers Condominium. Feel the elegance of your newly laid maple umbria engineered.hardwood floors and relax with freshly painted skim coated walls. Cook in your new kitchen with all new stainless appliances, Calatta stone counters, Marmol Gris polished porcelain floors and wall tiles, and new cabinets.The marble Bathroom features mosaic wall tiles. Store your treasures in 5 spacious closets with newly hung doors.Move in ready. Renovated for your comfort and pleasure.Elegant light fixtures will soothe as you transition to evening hours and awaken refreshed in the heart of Manhattan's prestigious Upper East Side. Continental Towers has a full time doorman and concierge, roof deck and roof garden and fitness center (for owner's only). There is a lobby level laundry room or you can put in your own washer and dryer. Halls were recently renovated and the lobby will be renovated in 2020. Just blocks from the new Q train, the 6 train and all transportation giving you easy access to the neighborhood. Shopping, museums, Carl Schurz and Central Park are very close. Pets are Welcome. Don't miss out on this Wonderful Gem! After living in the building for over 35 years, I can tell you from personal experience the staff is fabulous and the building is run extremely well. Why not talk to someone in the know! .

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Total Units 538
Stories 36

Financial Details

Common Charges $554/mo
RE Taxes $7,704/yr ($642/mo)
Original Price $840,000
Sale Price $810,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.63M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

25

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/22/26, 1:59 PM EST

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301 E 79th Street #4L, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

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 $7,704, or roughly $642 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1974, making it approximately 52 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.

At the current list price of $829,000 for 600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,382. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10614657
First Listed: 11/24/2019
Closed: 6/17/2020
Contract Date: 11/30/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Florence Sommer

Listing Contact: (917) 846-2572

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