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SOLD FOR $1,300,000

· Closed January 9, 2019

301 E 79th Street #7B
Closed For Sale Condo

$1,300,000

$1,433 per sq ft

301 E 79th Street #7B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10423021

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

907

Sq. Ft.

1974

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 907 sq ft
Year Built 1974
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $987.83/mo
Property Taxes $10,092.96/yr
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 7 of 36

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: North facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 7 of 36
View City
Exposure North
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Cross Street 2 AVENUE and 1 AVENUE
Year Built 1974
Living Area 907 sq ft
Parcel # 1542-1072

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 4, 2018 $1,500,000 -
Price Reduced May 17, 2018 $1,395,000 -7.0%
Currently May 1, 2026 $1,300,000 -6.8%

Description

Back on the Market! WOW WHAT A PRICE! Renovated Corner 2 bedroom and 2 bath home with Balcony in the luxury Upper East Side condominium Continental Towers. Northern and Western views provide great light to this warm and inviting home. There are wood floors, a living room with a spacious dining area, 2 marble bathrooms and an abundance of closets. There is a large master bedroom ensuite and the second bedroom, off the living room, can also be used as an office or guest room. The windowed eat-in kitchen has a tiled back splash and lots of cabinets. There is a roof deck and roof garden, newly renovated hallways, and a fitness center. You can put in your own washer & dryer or use the lobby level laundry room. Continental Towers is ideally located within steps of all transportation, including the new Q, 6/4/5 trains and the best restaurants, shopping, Carl Schurz Park and Central Park. Continental Towers has excellent financials, reflected by the low monthly charges. There is a quarterly assessment of $672.89 till October 2019 for the pointing. After living in the building for over 35 years, I can tell you from personal experience the staff of over 26 is fabulous and the building is run extremely well. Why not talk to someone in the know! .

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $987.83/mo
RE Taxes $10,092.96/yr ($841/mo)
Original Price $1,500,000
Sale Price $1,300,000
Previous Price $1,395,000

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

335

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,585

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

21

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

34

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/1/26, 7:03 AM EST

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Location

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301 E 79th Street #7B, 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 $987.83 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $10,092.96, or roughly $841 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 907 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

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.

At the current list price of $1,300,000 for 907 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,433. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10423021
First Listed: 4/4/2018
Price Changed: 5/17/2018
Closed: 1/9/2019
Contract Date: 4/4/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Florence Sommer

Listing Contact: (917) 846-2572

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