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50 E 79th Street #2C
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Pending For Sale Co-op

$1,900,000

$1,188 per sq ft

50 E 79th Street #2C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20038120

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,600

Sq. Ft.

1958

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,600 sq ft
Year Built 1958
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,800/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Views: Park Greenbelt
  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 20
View Park Greenbelt
Exposure North,West
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1958
Living Area 1,600 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parking Features Garage
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood, Parquet
Furnished Unfurnished
Parcel # 1393-0052-00050-000-000002C
Block/Lot 01393/0052

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 21, 2025 $1,900,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $1,900,000 -

Description

A sprawling and elegant Madison Avenue residence, located in one of Manhattan's premier white glove co-ops. This two-bedroom, convertible three home boasts massive rooms with impressive dimensions, all of which receive excellent natural light. A grand foyer leads you into the home's expansive living room with park views. Enter the formal dining room with double exposures, which could easily function as a third bedroom. Adjacent is the windowed kitchen with dual entrances and a breakfast counter. The spacious second bedroom features a full bath located across the hall. The extensive primary suite is complete with a separate dressing area, a walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath. The apartment features incredible closet space, with four of them being walk-ins. Beautiful, newly refinished hardwood floors further enhance the home. 50 East 79th Street is a full-service, luxury building that takes pride in providing the highest level of service to its residents. Amenities include a gym, bicycle storage room, storage room, garage, and central laundry facilities. You are steps from Central Park, Museum Mile, and the best shopping and dining the Upper East Side has to offer. Pied-a-terre permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Breakfast Bar Built In Features Chandelier Crown Molding Entrance Foyer Soaking Tub Walk In Closets Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Common Area Flooring: Hardwood, Parquet Double Pane Windows

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Dishwasher Gas Cooktop Gas Oven

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 97
Stories 20
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,800/mo

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

332

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/6/26, 4:38 AM EST

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Location

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50 E 79th Street #2C, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $133,080
Land Value: $30,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,017 SF
Building Area: 1,938 SF
Built FAR: 0.48
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 $3,800 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1958, making it approximately 68 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 $1,900,000 for 1,600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,188. 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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MLS® ID: RLS20038120
First Listed: 7/21/2025
On Market: 7/21/2025
Price Changed: 7/21/2025
Pending Since: 8/26/2025
Contract Date: 7/9/2025

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Amanda Annette Conte

Listing Contact: (917) 842-7346

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