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SOLD FOR $1,450,000

· Closed October 15, 2021

127 W 79TH Street #8C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,450,000

127 W 79TH Street #8C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

CLIFTON, THE

MLS® #RLS10902843

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,190/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 8 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 8 of 15
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1210-0019-00127-000-000008C

Description

FORMER HOME OF 2-TIME ACADEMY AWARD WINNER!

SPACIOUS 2-BEDROOM HOME ON ONE OF THE UPPER WEST SIDES MOST COVETED BLOCKS.

FANTASTIC FULL-SERVICE CO-OP WITH SPECTACULAR ROOF TERRACE AND PANORAMIC VIEWS.

BEST SHOPPING, GROCERY, RESTAURANTS, AND PARKS, RIGHT IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD.

Welcome home to residence 8C at the Clifton House, roomy, sun-splashed two-bedroom home on a coveted block in the sweet spot of the Upper West Side. This expansive 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom pre-war home features large rooms, southern exposures, an updated kitchen, and renovated bathrooms. Throughout the apartment, original hardwood flooring is in excellent condition and ceilings are nine feet plus with original beams, beautiful moldings, and pre-war details. This wonderful home is bright and quiet and perfect for everyday living, as well as entertaining.

Enter into a two-sided kitchen featuring plenty of counter space, ceramic tile design, and updated appliances, including a full-sized dishwasher, and a well-designed California Closet. The living/dining room is comfortable with views of West 79th Street and incredible light. The king-sized bedrooms both feature wonderful closet space and storage. One bedroom has a large cedar-lined closet; the other bedroom has two closets custom-designed by California Closets. Both bathrooms are renovated with tub-showers, subway tiling, and Italian mosaic tile flooring.

Built in 1926 and converted to Co-op in 1984, the Clifton House is a pet-friendly, Italian Renaissance cooperative with a live-in super and doorman in the heart of the Upper West Side. Hallways in the building were just beautifully renovated, and the key highlight is an exquisite roof deck with flower and herb gardens and sweeping views of the city.

Perfectly located, The Clifton House is in close proximity to the Museum of Natural History including park, dog-run, Central and Riverside Parks, highly rated public and private schools, all transportation, the iconic Beacon Theatre, and phenomenal Upper West Side shopping and dining. Maintenance of $2190.94 includes electric, gas, and taxes. Also offered in the building are storage (per availability), a bike room, and excellent laundry facilities. Co-purchasing and pets are welcome.

Building Information

Building CLIFTON, THE
Total Units 142
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,190/mo
Original Price $1,465,000
Sale Price $1,450,000
Previous Price $1,465,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

559

Median Asking Price

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,460

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

47

Price Reduced

23%

Sold (30 Days)

70

Median Sale Price

$1.90M

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127 W 79TH Street #8C, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE

MLS® ID: RLS10902843
First Listed: 9/9/2021
Price Changed: 10/15/2021
Closed: 10/15/2021
Contract Date: 6/1/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Eileen Rappaport

Listing Contact: (516) 551-1003

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