SOLD FOR $1,337,500
Listed at $1,475,000 · Sold 9.3% below asking · Closed May 27, 2021
179 E 79TH Street #12A
MLS® #RLS10895490
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1928
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1928)
Property Details
Description
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Prewar elegance meets modern sophistication in this quiet, south-facing, turnkey two bedroom home. Featuring ceiling heights in excess of nine feet, richly hued oak floors, and custom finishes throughout, apartment 12-A is a home of enduring value. The generous foyer accented with Scalamandre wallpaper leads to the bright living room with custom built in storage by Little Wolf and elegant ceiling and wall mounted light fixtures. All major rooms benefit from southern exposure over a double wide street. The windowed eat in kitchen is a chef's dream with an excess of cabinet and counter space. Appliance suite includes Viking range, Sub-zero refrigerator and Miele dishwasher. Both king-sized bedrooms have been outfitted with custom closets, additional built-in storage, and beautiful window treatments. Both windowed bathrooms have been updated recently.
179 East 79th street has a full-time door attendant, super in residence, laundry room, storage units and a beautiful garden for residents to enjoy. Requiring only 25% down and currently zoned for P.S. 6, the chance to become a shareholder at 179 East 79th is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Residents benefit by having the M79 Crosstown right outside their front door. The 4,5,6, and Second Avenue Subway are all just a few blocks away. Dogs allowed up to 40lbs. 2% flip tax payable by purchaser. Sorry, no in home w/d permitted.
Building Information
Financial Details
About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
335
Median Asking Price
$1.77M
Median $/Sqft
$1,525
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
28
Price Reduced
27%
Sold (30 Days)
32
Median Sale Price
$1.53M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/17/26, 2:54 PM EST
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Location
179 E 79TH Street #12A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington & Third Avenus
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