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· Closed June 29, 2020

229 E 79TH Street #7E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$715,000

229 E 79TH Street #7E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10598297

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,696/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 7 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1930)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 7 of 15
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1930
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1525-0015-00229-000-000007E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 21, 2020 $735,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $715,000 -2.7%

Description

Welcome to this classic home in a boutique 1930's cooperative on a tree-lined street in the Upper East Side. Spacious with many original details including beamed 9 foot ceilings, a formal entry foyer and hardwood floors . The windowed open eat-in kitchen features an attractive tile floor, stainless steel countertops and appliances including a Wolf stove and wood cabinets. The split layout is perfect for entertaining. The bath has subway tiles and a pedestal sink. There are three large closets with ample storage space.

229 East 79th Street is a full service cooperative with a renovated lobby and 6 apartments per floor. There is a 24 hour doorman, resident super, very attentive staff, a furnished landscaped roof deck with Wi-Fi service, laundry and bike rooms. The building offers Spectrum, Verizon FiOS or RCN Cable service. 70% financing is allowed. Guarantors and Pied-a-Terre's are case-by-case and pets allowed with board approval. Close to Citarella, Whole Foods and Fairway grocery stores; John Jay, Carl Schurz and Central Park and transportation.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Building null
Total Units 85
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,696/mo
Original Price $735,000
Sale Price $715,000

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

339

Median Asking Price

$1.65M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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229 E 79TH Street #7E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
15
Floors
83
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $12,685,500
Land Value: $1,174,500
Exemptions: $27,480

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

Lot Area: 10,490 SF
Building Area: 106,905 SF
Built FAR: 10.19
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 $1,696 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 1930, making it approximately 96 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: RLS10598297
First Listed: 1/21/2020
Closed: 6/29/2020
Contract Date: 1/21/2020

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Elise Ehrlich

Listing Contact: (212) 521-5713

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