SOLD FOR $1,000,000
· Closed February 1, 2017
157 W 79TH Street #7B
MLS® #RLS10091357
Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1911
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South,West facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1911)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Sep 23, 2016 | $995,000 | - |
| Currently | May 7, 2026 | $1,000,000 | +0.5% |
Description
You need more room - room to live - room to dream - room to grow. This sun-filled, cheerful, upgraded pre-war home lives large and gives you the expansion solution you seek. With an oversized bonus space, currently configured as a comfortable nursery, this impressive space is perfectly suited for a sizeable guest space, den, or office. Brightly situated in a well-run, doorman building (with afternoon/evening doorman, resident manager, and laundry/storage/bike rooms) in the prime West 70s, this is the hero home that has it all: an impressively scaled, eat-in, windowed kitchen with top-shelf stainless appliances, ample stone counters, handsome designer cabinetry, slate floors, and an en suite dining area with beautiful arched ceiling; an oversized, swimming-in-sunshine, South-facing living room with big windows and custom built-ins -- perfect for easy living and entertaining; a big, practical foyer featuring heart-warming arched doorways; a large, quiet Master Bedroom with an entire wall of big, floor-to-ceiling, custom closets; a large, windowed, classic Bath with pedestal sink and cast-iron soaking tub; and high ceilings and solid Oak floors throughout. If space is your goal, prime location is a must, and a crisp, clean, fresh, inviting home in a well-served, pet-friendly, Pre-War building (with new roof and boiler) is a priority, then this ready-to-move-right-in residence is a must-see. This is the Upper Westside home you've been hoping would materialize - a super roomy home with style - a happy home with grace - a home that will serve your expanding needs. Come melt your heart - come home.
Building Information
Financial Details
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
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578
Median Asking Price
$1.72M
Median $/Sqft
$1,599
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
22
Price Reduced
26%
Sold (30 Days)
82
Median Sale Price
$1.83M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/7/26, 8:25 AM EST
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157 W 79TH Street #7B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $1,772 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 1911, making it approximately 115 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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