Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $1,000,000

· Closed February 1, 2017

157 W 79TH Street #7B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,000,000

157 W 79TH Street #7B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10091357

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1911

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1911
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,772/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1911)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Exposure South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Year Built 1911
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1210-0009-00157-000-000007B

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

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 59
Stories 12
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,772/mo
Original Price $995,000
Previous Price $995,000

The 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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Active Listings

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

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Location

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157 W 79TH Street #7B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1911
Year Built
115 years old
12
Floors
60
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $4,909,500
Land Value: $1,048,500
Exemptions: $16,030

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

Lot Area: 6,436 SF
Building Area: 51,453 SF
Built FAR: 7.99
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 $1,772 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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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS10091357
First Listed: 9/23/2016
Price Changed: 2/1/2017
Closed: 2/1/2017
Contract Date: 9/23/2016

Listing Courtesy of Halstead dba Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Brian Lewis

Listing Contact: (646) 228-7241

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