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SOLD FOR $580,000

Listed at $599,000 · Sold 3.2% below asking · Closed June 16, 2020

240 E 79TH Street #11C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$599,000

$856 per sq ft

240 E 79TH Street #11C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10622613

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

700

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 700 sq ft
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,819/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 11 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Window Units

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 11 of 16
Exposure East
Cooling Window Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1929
Living Area 700 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1433-0031-00240-000-000011C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 15, 2019 $685,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $599,000 -12.6%

Description

PRICE SLASHED! Bring your sunglasses to this one of a kind SUN filled one bedroom and one bath in an elegant pre-war boutique coop. There are East and South unobstructed views. This stunning and high end GUT RENOVATED home has no detail overlooked from the custom eat-in windowed kitchen with top of the line appliances and copper counters, Jerusalem limestone tiled windowed bath, beamed ceilings with plaster moldings, double-pane noise reduction windows and beautiful hardwood floors. 240 East 79th Street is an intimate and full service, pet friendly coop. There is a 24 hour doorman, bicycle area, central laundry room and storage ($74). There is also a wonderful courtyard which is used for a play space and to sit outside. The building is known for its florid poly-chrome terracotta facade. It is located in close proximity to all transportation including the Q and 6 trains, shopping, Carl Schulz and Central park and anything else you may want. Don't miss out on this Gem!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard

Building Information

Total Units 66
Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,819/mo
Original Price $685,000
Sale Price $580,000

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

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,559

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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240 E 79TH Street #11C, 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

1929
Year Built
97 years old
16
Floors
64
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $7,360,650
Land Value: $976,500
Exemptions: $85,327

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

Lot Area: 6,206 SF
Building Area: 63,488 SF
Built FAR: 10.23
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 $1,819 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 700 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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.

At the current list price of $599,000 for 700 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $856. 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: RLS10622613
First Listed: 5/15/2019
Closed: 6/16/2020
Contract Date: 6/6/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Florence Sommer

Listing Contact: (917) 846-2572

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