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· Closed January 21, 2020

120 E 79TH Street #2B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$635,000

120 E 79TH Street #2B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10585659

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1947

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1947
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,083/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 20
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street PARK AVENUE and LEXINGTON AVENUE
Year Built 1947
Parcel # 1413-0064-00120-000-000002B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Oct 1, 2019 $669,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $635,000 -5.1%

Description

A traditional elegant renovation coupled with an ideal location makes for a perfect apartment. This Jewel is a one bedroom that has been transformed into a charming home with entry foyer, ample closets, kitchen with sitting area and computer desk, expanded bathroom and brand new wood plank floors. The kitchen features granite countertops, custom cabinetry, stainless steel Bertazzoni Oven and built in Microwave, Bosch D/W and Liebherr Refrigerator. The bathroom has an elongated limestone vanity countertop, walk-in glass shower and an enclosed closet. French doors separate the Bedroom from the Living Room; brings in more light and creates a larger entertaining space. Custom cabinetry in LR and BR. The building has a full time doorman, porters, and a live-in super. A postwar building with a pre-war feel, it welcomes pets and pied-a-terres, has bike storage, shareholder storage and laundry. Central Park, major train and bus lines, Museum Mile, excellent shopping and wonderful restaurants are all just a few blocks in each direction. BUILDING NOW ALLOWS 75% FINANCING.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building null
Total Units 78
Stories 20

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,083/mo
Original Price $669,000
Sale Price $635,000

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

336

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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120 E 79TH Street #2B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near PARK AVENUE and LEXINGTON AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1947
Year Built
79 years old
20
Floors
78
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $9,319,950
Land Value: $1,687,500
Exemptions: $29,757

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

Lot Area: 7,253 SF
Building Area: 77,953 SF
Built FAR: 10.75
Allowed FAR: 10

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 monthly maintenance are $1,083 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1947, making it approximately 79 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

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: RLS10585659
First Listed: 10/1/2019
Closed: 1/21/2020
Contract Date: 10/1/2019

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Mark Friedman

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2379

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