Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $1,310,000

Listed at $1,595,000 · Sold 17.9% below asking · Closed December 10, 2020

Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,595,000

240 E 79th Street #PH-C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10653393

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Time Equities Brokerage, LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,216/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 16 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 16 of 16
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Exposure East,South,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1929
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1433/31

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 31, 1995 $1,595,000 -
Currently Apr 21, 2026 $1,595,000 -

Description

3D virtual tour available!!!

Welcome to Magical pre-war sun-splashed Penthouse at this prestigious Upper East Side Co-op.

Stunning, one of a kind residence features approximately 600 SF planted wrap around terrace with access from all rooms, South-East exposure and breathtaking views of the UES and New York City skyline.

This fabulous Penthouse is designed for the private outdoor space lovers that enjoy views and sunlight in the most inspiring home in the building, a rare find for the Upper East Side.
The expansive wrap around terrace is great for entertaining, dining, watching sunsets, growing fresh herbs, vegetables, fruit or your favorite flowers, to name a few and it is a MUST have special feature in todays world.

Elevated in the sky airy and sunlit PH-C offers well-proportioned rooms. One-bedroom, one bathroom home has a wood-burning fireplace, pre-war details, hardwood floor throughout, upgraded windowed kitchen and bath, beautifully crafted built-ins in the Living room and Bedroom providing ample storage space, central air-conditioning and built-in stereo system throughout this fantastic living oasis.

240 East 79th Street is a full-service pre-war building located on the Upper East Side between Second and Third Avenue on a beautiful tree-lined block in one of Manhattan's most desirable residential neighborhoods. Built-in 1929, the building has a 24-hour doorman and live-in super, central laundry room, storage and bike room. Pied-a-tiers allowed, pets 'case by case'.

THIS IS TRULY A GEM, CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT!!!!!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Exterior Features

Terrace

Building Information

Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,216/mo
Sale Price $1,310,000

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

331

Median Asking Price

$1.61M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/21/26, 10:26 AM EST

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240 E 79th Street #PH-C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,216 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 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.

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: RLS10653393
First Listed: 5/31/1995
Price Changed: 2/5/2021
Closed: 12/10/2020
Contract Date: 7/29/2020

Listing Courtesy of Time Equities Brokerage, LLC - Javier Lattanzio

Listing Contact: (212) 206-6121

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