157 W 79TH Street #1A
MLS® #RLS10871998
Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1911
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1911)
Property Details
Description
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Welcome to this rarely available one bedroom residence on one of the most picturesque Upper West Side blocks. This first floor apartment features beautifully preserved pre-war details such as almost 10 ft beamed ceilings, hardwood floors and a generous footprint with tons of closet. A spacious south facing living room is a great entertainment space with clearly defined seating and dining areas. The sprawling king sized bedroom is pin quiet and features ample closet space. 157 West 79th Street is a well maintained cooperative with a part time attended lobby, elevators, a laundry room. Unbeatable Upper West Side location with a short distance to major transportation: subways #1, B or C and crosstown M79th bus. The Museum of Natural History is down the block on your way to Central Park.
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About Upper West Side
View All Upper West Side ListingsThe Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.
Upper West Side Live Market Data
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
535
Median Asking Price
$1.77M
Median $/Sqft
$1,564
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
25
Price Reduced
22%
Sold (30 Days)
82
Median Sale Price
$1.68M
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Location
157 W 79TH Street #1A, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
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Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Janna Raskopf
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