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SOLD FOR $1,555,000

· Closed January 24, 2020

164 W 79TH Street #7B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,555,000

164 W 79TH Street #7B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

164 W 79Th St. Corp

MLS® #RLS10583611

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

1.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2 full, 1 half
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,033/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 7 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full, 1 Half
Floor 7 of 15
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Year Built 1925
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1150-0056-00164-000-000007B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 3, 2019 $1,695,000 -
Currently Apr 21, 2026 $1,555,000 -8.3%

Description

Sun-filled south-facing Two Bedroom situated in the heart of the Upper Westside!

This rarely available home is move-in ready. It is designed and exquisitely updated for today's living while maintaining its pre-war charm. Details such as beamed ceilings, elegant moldings, hardwood floors and customized cabinetry prevail throughout. Upon entering you are greeted by a sun-filled Living Room with southern light streaming in all day long and open city views. The living room is a gracious proportion and flows into the open kitchen and dining area that has been perfectly designed for both entertaining and daily living. There are custom built cabinets providing an abundance of storage in the kitchen and dining area. The windowed kitchen complete with top-of-the-line appliances including a six-burner Wolf stovetop, Miele dishwasher and a Sub-Zero refrigerator. Next to and open to the Living room is a south facing den with French doors which can serve as a second bedroom or a study complete with generous closets. A finishing touch to the entertaining space is an elegant hallway powder room. The bright master is flooded with light and amazing unobstructed views to the south. This generous master bedroom offers a wall of two large custom closets with no detail spared. A mint condition white marble windowed bathroom with shower and bath is both en-suite to the master bedroom and privately accessed by the den/second bedroom. Please note, there is through-the wall air conditioning surrounded by beautiful customized cabinetry and accented by modern lighting. Washer/Dryer is permitted with Board Approval.

This home is located at 164 West 79th Street, which is a beautiful pre-war co-operative built in the neo-Renaissance style by George Pelham in 1924. The coveted building has a full-time, live-in superintendent, a doorman serving each day from noon to midnight, a children's playroom, a beautiful planted roof deck with stunning city views, a common laundry room, bike storage and private storage bins (when available). Pets are welcomed with a Board approval.

Superbly located between two major subway lines, a half block from the American Museum of Natural History, a short distance to both Central Park and Riverside Park, with Zabar's, Citarella and Fairway just a few blocks away. This is really in the heart of the Upper West Side.

Building Information

Building 164 W 79Th St. Corp
Total Units 60
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,033/mo
Original Price $1,695,000
Sale Price $1,555,000

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

581

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,465

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

67

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/21/26, 2:41 PM EST

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164 W 79TH Street #7B, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $2,033 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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: RLS10583611
First Listed: 9/3/2019
Closed: 1/24/2020
Contract Date: 9/3/2019

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Leslie Singer

Listing Contact: (212) 588-5675

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