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SOLD FOR $595,000

· Closed July 11, 2023

505 E 79TH Street #15D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$595,000

$793 per sq ft

505 E 79TH Street #15D

Upper East Side, Manhattan

East River House

MLS® #RLS10865513

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

750

Sq. Ft.

1963

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 750 sq ft
Year Built 1963
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,863/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 15 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 15 of 19
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street YORK AVENUE and EAST END AVENUE
Year Built 1963
Living Area 750 sq ft
Parking Garage Available

Description

Perched on the 15th floor of The East River House, Residence 15D is a completely gut renovated spacious 1 bedroom 1 bathroom with an abundance of space, light and style. Smartly designed for luxurious living with attention to every detail. From the gorgeous, renovated kitchen to the serene living space, this impeccable residence has it all. From the moment you enter the gracious foyer, you are immediately drawn to the expansive living space. The grand living room faces north and gets brilliant natural light. It comfortably accommodates both living and dining. You will fall in love with the gorgeous renovated kitchen boasting Subzero refrigerator, Wolf oven, Miele dishwasher, Viking microwave, custom cabinets with two food pantries, granite counters, marble flooring and backsplash. It is truly a cook's delight. The bedroom is generous in size and easily fits a king size bed. The finely-appointed spa-quality marble bathroom is simply stunning.

Additional features include custom designed closets throughout the apartment, providing fantastic storage. Hardwood floors throughout. Lutron dimmer wall light switches. Hunter-Douglas Silhouette window shades w/remote control. Updated central heating/air-conditioning units with thermostats.

The East River House is a full service co-op with a 24-hour doorman, live-in super, 24-hour attended garage, and laundry. Located on 79th Street between York and East End Avenues, on a lovely tree-lined street. The prime location in the quiet Yorkville section of the Upper East Side is within minutes of the East River Promenade, John Jay Park and Carl Schurz Park with a playground, dog runs and green lawns for outdoor enjoyment. Easy access to many fine shops, restaurants and transportation. Buses downtown/uptown (M31) and crosstown (M79) both stop at 79th Street and York Avenue; there is also a Taxi Share-a-Ride location on the corner. The Q subway is nearby at 83rd and 2nd and the 6 subway is at 77th Street and Lexington. Guarantors and gifting and parents are allowed with Board approval. Pet Friendly too.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dishwasher

Building Information

Building East River House
Total Units 209
Stories 19

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,863/mo
Original Price $675,000
Sale Price $595,000
Previous Price $600,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

319

Median Asking Price

$1.32M

Median $/Sqft

$1,426

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

17

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

31

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/29/26, 3:50 AM EST

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505 E 79TH Street #15D, Upper East Side, New York County • Near YORK AVENUE and EAST END AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10865513
First Listed: 7/29/2022
Price Changed: 7/11/2023
Closed: 7/11/2023
Contract Date: 7/26/2022

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Ilene Rosmarin

Listing Contact: (917) 370-2678

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