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SOLD FOR $1,300,000

· Closed May 14, 2019

301 E 79TH Street #20B
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,300,000

301 E 79TH Street #20B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

CONTINENTAL TOWERS

MLS® #RLS10424903

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1974

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1974
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $854/mo
Property Taxes $14,364/yr
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Exposure North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street First/Second Avenues
Year Built 1974
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1542-1263

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 24, 2018 $1,600,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 20, 2018 $1,399,000 -12.6%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $1,300,000 -7.1%

Description

Enjoy open sky views and expansive living spaces in this high-floor, split two-bedroom, two-bathroom Upper East Side home in a superb full-service condominium. An abundance of light greets you in this gracious 907-square-foot residence thanks to wide north- and west-facing windows throughout. With a generous footprint for living and dining areas, the spacious great room stretches more than 26 feet long from entry to terrace - the perfect location for morning coffee or sunset cocktails. The windowed kitchen is impeccably outfitted with cherry cabinetry topped in granite and a full complement of stainless steel GE Profile appliances.

The coveted split layout places bedrooms at opposite ends of the home. In the master suite, you'll find northern views, two California closets and an en suite bathroom. The second bedroom faces west, offers two roomy closets and is situated near the home's second full bathroom. There are two more closets to accommodate your belongings, and fixtures and finishes have been well-chosen. Lovely millwork and built-ins set an elegant tone. Gleaming hardwood paves the great room, there's stone flooring in the kitchen and carpeting lines the bedrooms for optimal coziness.

Continental Towers is a fantastic luxury postwar condominium with an attentive staff, including full-time doorman, concierge and live-in superintendent. Residents of this pet-friendly building enjoy a gorgeous roof deck and garden, central laundry, storage, fitness center, on-site parking and renovated hallways, all for very low common charges. Located at the corner of 79th Street and Second Avenue, the tremendous dining, shopping and entertainment venues the Upper East Side is known for surround the home. You'll find glorious outdoor space to the west at Central Park or to the east at John Jay Park and Carl Schurz Park along the East River, and transportation is effortless with Q and 4/5/6 trains and M79 crosstown bus service all nearby.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $854/mo
RE Taxes $14,364/yr ($1,197/mo)
Original Price $1,600,000
Sale Price $1,300,000
Previous Price $1,399,000

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

343

Median Asking Price

$1.52M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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Location

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301 E 79TH Street #20B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near First/Second Avenues

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
2
Floors
R6B
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $2,020,050
Land Value: $390,150
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 9,630 SF
Building Area: 19,200 SF
Built FAR: 1.99
Allowed FAR: 2

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 common charges are $854 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $14,364, or roughly $1,197 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1974, making it approximately 52 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

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: RLS10424903
First Listed: 4/24/2018
Price Changed: 9/20/2018
Closed: 5/14/2019
Contract Date: 4/24/2018

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Phyllis Jaeger

Listing Contact: (212) 606-7660

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