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SOLD FOR $1,063,000

· Closed February 1, 2019

229 E 79TH Street #9F
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,063,000

$966 per sq ft

229 E 79TH Street #9F

Upper East Side, Manhattan

229 EAST 79 LIMITED

MLS® #RLS10426797

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

1,100

Sq. Ft.

1930

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 1,100 sq ft
Year Built 1930
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,199/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 15

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 9 of 15
View City
Exposure North,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue & Second Avenue
Year Built 1930
Living Area 1,100 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 11, 2018 $1,195,000 -
Price Reduced Oct 19, 2018 $1,125,000 -5.9%
Currently May 1, 2026 $1,063,000 -5.5%

Description

NEW TO MARKET! Come see this charming prewar 2 bedroom /1 bath on the Upper East Side. This high floor home has unobstructed northern views. The spacious foyer allows one to enter into the kitchen or into the living/ dining room. The windowed eat-in-kitchen has stainless steel appliances and is perfect for anyone who likes to cook and entertain. The living/dining room has beautiful custom built-ins for extra storage. 9F features beamed ceilings & dark wood floors. 229 East 79th street is a full service, prewar coop with a full time doorman, live in super, storage (fee) laundry room and bike storage (no charge). Residents enjoy the lovely landscaped roof top. Pied-a-terres are on a case by case basis and pets are allowed with board approval. There is a 2% flip tax.229 East 79th is close to public and private schools, restaurants, the new 2nd avenue Q and 6 subways, the East River Walkway and Carl Schurz Park which offers a playground and enclosed dog walk.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,199/mo
Original Price $1,195,000
Sale Price $1,063,000
Previous Price $1,125,000

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, 4:33 AM EST

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Location

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229 E 79TH Street #9F, 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 $2,199 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 1,100 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 $1,063,000 for 1,100 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $966. 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: RLS10426797
First Listed: 9/11/2018
Price Changed: 10/19/2018
Closed: 2/1/2019
Contract Date: 9/11/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Julia F Cahill

Listing Contact: (917) 951-4547

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