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SOLD FOR $1,250,000

· Closed May 30, 2019

501 E 79TH Street #12E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,250,000

501 E 79TH Street #12E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

York Towers

MLS® #RLS10526423

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1960

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1960
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,500/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 12 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Climate Control: Central Air
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 12 of 20
Exposure East,North
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street York Avenue & East End Avenue
Year Built 1960
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1576-0001-00501-000-00002EF

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 25, 2019 $1,250,000 -
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $1,250,000 -

Description

Priced to sell in today's market. New to market! Extra large two bedroom, two bath with open kitchen and washer dryer. 20 foot wide living room with with east and north exposures.PLEASE NOTE: The maintenance is approximate as this is apartment was part of a larger unit. I will get exact prices for serious buyers.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,500/mo
Sale Price $1,250,000

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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.44M

Median $/Sqft

$1,559

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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501 E 79TH Street #12E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near York Avenue & East End Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1960
Year Built
66 years old
20
Floors
112
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $22,741,650
Land Value: $3,811,500
Exemptions: $231,628

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

Lot Area: 15,451 SF
Building Area: 206,079 SF
Built FAR: 13.34
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 $2,500 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1960, making it approximately 66 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: RLS10526423
First Listed: 1/25/2019
Closed: 5/30/2019
Contract Date: 1/25/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Roni Black

Listing Contact: (917) 757-3918

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