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SOLD FOR $875,000

· Closed January 10, 2024

156 E 79th Street #12B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$875,000

$660 per sq ft

156 E 79th Street #12B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10945805

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,325

Sq. Ft.

1917

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,325 sq ft
Year Built 1917
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,375/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 12 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace
  • Character: Pre-war building (1917)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 12 of 14
Exposure North,West
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1917
Living Area 1,325 sq ft
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1413-0050-00156-000-000012B
Block/Lot 01413/0050

Description

PRIME PRE-WAR FIND w/WOOD-BURNING FIREPLACE BY PARK AVENUE

MAKE THE BIG KITCHEN OF YOUR DREAMS - ADD A WASHER/DRYER - RE-IMAGINE YOUR LAYOUT (Precedent for these exists – Board approval needed)

HUGE LIVING/DINING - HIGH CEILINGS - HERRINGBONE FLOORS - TIMELESS CHARACTER & FLEXIBLE LAYOUT (See potential alternate floor plan)

Breakdown of Maintenance: Taxes: ~$2,050/mo Maintenance: ~$3,038/mo Monthly Total: $5088

In 1915, the famed architectural firm of Schwartz & Gross envisioned a boutique building whose impressive layouts would live graciously for generations to come. This big classic home is testament to that vision.

Unfolding here is a comfortable, formidable, flexible, and easy-living residence that is poised for you to write its next chapter. With high ceilings above, and with handsome herringbone and parquet floors underfoot, this easy-to-love home's classic elements are plentiful and ready for your refresh. Make your kitchen a mega eat-in space with two windows (precedent exists in building), add a washer dryer (precedent exists in building), re-think both baths, re-imagine the layout (all with necessary Board approvals) – here you have options and a culture of YES.

The flow in this feel-good find is seamless and timeless. The over-scaled foyer/gallery (with a trio of closets) spills into the big, bright living room with its signature big, bright bay window, built-ins and wood-burning fireplace. The radiant dining room beams brightly (courtesy of its South-facing window), and smartly nests right off of the windowed kitchen (see above and dream of that big eat-in space – see proposed alternate plan).

The king-sized corner primary bedroom boasts two exposures (cross breezes, anyone?) and is linked -- by shared windowed bath -- to the big guest bedroom (readily changed -- can even pursue afore-mentioned washer/dryer – see proposed alternate plan). The second full windowed bath is off of the graceful gallery hall.

Ideally perched in the coveted B-line, this ready-for-your-vision residence enjoys all the benefits of its full service, pet friendly building. With round-the-clock staff, a resident superintendent, bike and laundry rooms, renovated lobby, and new elevators, life here is effortless and convenient.

Nearby is every area cultural, art, dining, shopping, and fitness destination — world-class institutions like the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Frick Collection, Madison Avenue shops, and Central Park are all a stone’s throw from this home, and a plethora of easy transportation options abound.

Here’s your unique chance to put your shine on a marvelous home in a prized area — a big beauty with a fireplace and a trophy location. Here is your heart-warming opportunity in the heart of it all.

($1000 flip tax paid by buyer)

(Capital assessment of $643.31/mo through DEC 2023; Budget assessment of $387.40/mo until JAN 2024)

(Gifting, guarantors, and co-purchases permitted case by case; Pied a terres not welcome; Washer/Dryer and expanded kitchen/baths permitted with Board approval)

NOTE: Images Virtually Staged & square footage is an informed estimate only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Built In Features Chandelier Entrance Foyer Granite Counters High Ceilings Walk In Closets Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Appliances

Dishwasher Freezer Gas Cooktop Range Refrigerator

Building Information

Total Units 60
Stories 14
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,375/mo
Original Price $1,195,000
Sale Price $875,000
Previous Price $995,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

324

Median Asking Price

$1.29M

Median $/Sqft

$1,421

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

14

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.40M

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156 E 79th Street #12B, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10945805
First Listed: 10/26/2023
On Market: 5/1/2023
Price Changed: 1/12/2024
Closed: 1/10/2024
Contract Date: 3/28/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Brian Lewis

Listing Contact: (646) 228-7241

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