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· Closed September 20, 2018

440 E 79th Street #1-J
Closed For Sale Co-op

$680,000

440 E 79th Street #1-J

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10439157

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1955

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1955
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,422/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 1 of 17

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 17
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Pets Yes
Cross Street First Avenue/York Avenue
Year Built 1955
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1473/18

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 17, 2018 $680,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 20, 2018 $715,000 +5.1%

Description

SPONSOR SALE ? NO BOARD APPROVAL!

This oversized one bedroom home features a fantastic layout with dual exposure. Enter into your gracious entry foyer and head to a spacious living room can easily accommodate your dining and living room set. Down the hall, private and separate, is your king sized bedroom with walk-in-closet. This apartment is freshly painted and the floors have just been sanded and stained. Please note ? the bathroom and kitchen are in need of renovation.

440 East 79th Street is a full service co-op building with a 24 hour doorman, elevator, and live-in resident manager. Additional amenities include a landscaped and furnished roof deck with panoramic views, fitness center, bike room, laundry room, and on-site parking garage. John Jay and Carl Shurz Parks are only a few blocks away.

75% max financing. No storage but one trunk per apartment allowed in the basement. W/D not permitted in the unit.

Shareholder must reside in apartment for several years before requesting Board approval to sublet. One year lease term may be renewed for a second year with the same tenant upon Board approval. Owner needs to move back to the apt. for at least two years before they can request permission to sublet again. Sublet fee of 20% of monthly maintenance.

Purchaser pays city and state transfer tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,422/mo
Previous Price $715,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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Location

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440 E 79th Street #1-J, Upper East Side, New York County • Near First Avenue/York Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R3X
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $84,660
Land Value: $17,400
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 3,500 SF
Building Area: 1,880 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $1,422 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1955, making it approximately 71 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.

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: RLS10439157
First Listed: 7/17/2018
Price Changed: 9/20/2018
Closed: 9/20/2018
Contract Date: 7/17/2018

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Daniel Karp

Listing Contact: (914) 806-4159

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