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229 E 79TH Street #10C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$995,000

$971 per sq ft

229 E 79TH Street #10C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

229 EAST 79 LIMITED

MLS® #RLS10423837

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

1,025

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 1,025 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,100.5/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 10 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 10 of 15
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Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue & Second Avenue
Year Built 1930
Living Area 1,025 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1525-0015-00229-000-000010C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 31, 2018 $1,275,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 6, 2018 $1,075,000 -15.7%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $995,000 -7.4%

Description

CONTRACT SIGNED! True-Two Bedroom: High floor, southern sun-light, elegance and charm flood this luxurious, impeccably renovated apartment where no detail has been overlooked.This bright sun-drenched high-floor 2 bedroom/1 bath apartment features pre-war finishes with crown moldings, high beamed ceilings, through-wall air conditioning, pristine walnut stained oak floors with open southern, northern and eastern views. The apartment has been classically decorated with built-in cabinetry in both bedrooms including areas for hanging, shelf storage, drawers, a wide desk in the bedroom and a television nook in the den.The elegant foyer leads you to the expansive living room overlooking the city with southern views and continues into the windowed dining area which has custom cabinetry for storage. The adjacent kitchen has rich granite countertops, classic white glass-door cabinets and appliances which make this the perfect space for preparing meals and entertaining. The windowed bathroom is renovated with tasteful tiles and a marble topped vanity. Both bedrooms are spacious and have open views with built-in closets with through-wall McQuay heat/air conditioner units as well as overhead fans and custom fitted closets. The sun-filled larger bedroom fits a King or Queen bed with custom built cabinetry and storage areas plus two additional fitted closets. The second bedroom is currently used as a den but easily used as a bedroom and fits a Queen or Twin Bed. 229 East 79th Street allows pied-a-terres on a case-by-basis and allows pets with Board approval. Financing is allowed up to 70% and theres a flip tax of 2%. Verizon FiOS, Spectrum and RCN Cable are available.229 East 79th Street is a prewar co-op building built in 1930 with strong financials. There are 4 apartments on the 10th floor, cheerful 24-hour doormen, a resident super and a lovely furnished landscaped roof garden with WiFi for residents. Theres a renovated laundry room, storage bins (nominal monthly fee) and bicycle room (no charge). Enjoy the new 2nd Avenue "Q" and Lexington Avenue "6" subways, buses, Central Park, restaurants, museums and more. Welcome home!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,100.5/mo
Original Price $1,275,000
Sale Price $995,000
Previous Price $1,075,000

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

345

Median Asking Price

$1.63M

Median $/Sqft

$1,547

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/28/26, 2:08 PM EST

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229 E 79TH Street #10C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue & Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
15
Floors
83
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $12,685,500
Land Value: $1,174,500
Exemptions: $27,480

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

Lot Area: 10,490 SF
Building Area: 106,905 SF
Built FAR: 10.19
Allowed FAR: 10

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 monthly maintenance are $2,100.5 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 1,025 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1930, making it approximately 96 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $995,000 for 1,025 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $971. 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: RLS10423837
First Listed: 8/31/2018
Price Changed: 10/6/2018
Closed: 3/7/2019
Contract Date: 8/31/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Cindy Plehn

Listing Contact: (917) 359-1815

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