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SOLD FOR $1,300,000

Listed at $1,350,000 · Sold 3.7% below asking · Closed April 5, 2019

301 E 79th Street #24J
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,350,000

301 E 79th Street #24J

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10401684

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

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 $801.24/mo
Property Taxes $11,760/yr
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 24 of 36

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 24 of 36
View City
Exposure East,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE
Year Built 1974
Parcel # 1542-1334

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 14, 2018 $1,525,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 15, 2018 $1,400,000 -8.2%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $1,350,000 -3.6%

Description

Enjoy your own south-facing balcony and gorgeous views from every room in this 24th-floor, south-and-east-facing corner two-bedroom, two bath condominium in luxury full-service Continental Towers in the heart of the Upper East Side. Brand-new renovated kitchen with east-facing windows, bright and airy with hardwood floors throughout, master bedroom has a newly-renovated, windowed en-suite bath, well-proportioned second bedroom has double exposures. Abundant closets for great storage space. Fantastic amenities, on-site fitness center, enormous roof-deck and garden, unbeatable location. Continental Towers is a white glove full service post-war condominium with a large staff including full-time doormen, concierge, live-in superintendent and Resident Manager. There is a well-appointed on-site fitness center, on-site parking garage, a stunning roof deck and garden with 360-degree views, package room, lobby-level central laundry (or install your own in unit), newly renovated hallways, and storage bins (with waiting list). Located at the corner of 79th street and 2nd Avenue in the heart of the Upper East Side, in the midst of great restaurants, trendy bistros, all shopping and transportation (Q, 6/4/5), schools and parks. This well-run condo has strong financials for low monthly charges, perfect for a primary residence, pied-a-terre, or investment. Advertised monthly taxes of $980 are with primary residence condominium tax reduction,current monthly taxes without this abatement are $1,187.83. There is a quarterly assessment of $631.57 till October 2019 for capital improvement.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $801.24/mo
RE Taxes $11,760/yr ($980/mo)
Original Price $1,525,000
Sale Price $1,300,000
Previous Price $1,400,000

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

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 8:03 AM EST

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Location

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301 E 79th Street #24J, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE

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 $801.24 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $11,760, or roughly $980 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: RLS10401684
First Listed: 5/14/2018
Price Changed: 6/15/2018
Closed: 4/5/2019
Contract Date: 5/14/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Jonah Ramu Cohen

Listing Contact: (413) 429-6781

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