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SOLD FOR $2,175,000

· Closed June 14, 2017

171 W 79TH Street #123
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,175,000

171 W 79TH Street #123

Upper West Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10096599

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built N/A
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,065/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Pets Yes
Cross Street Collumbus/Amsterdam
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1210-0005-00171-000-0000123

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 7, 2017 $2,175,000 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $2,175,000 -

Description



Captivated by cinematic wide open city views and bathed in natural light all day, this immaculate high floor pre-war home combines timeless pre-war detail and elegance with an effortlessly comfortable and stylish renovation for today.

With every inch thoughtfully designed- you'll know you're in a special home the moment you walk through the door. The entry foyer leads you to an expansive and perfectly proportioned open kitchen, living and dining space. The windowed kitchen combines custom white lacquered solid wood cabinetry and thick honed Carrara marble surfaces,Viking Stove and Liebherr fridge and a vented full size washer/dryer. A spacious dining area will allow you to entertain in style as will the vast living room that easily accommodates multiple seating areas as well as a grand piano. Floor to ceiling pocket doors slide open to reveal a seductive media room/guest room/library- when open- create a dramatic double wide space for gracious living- and when closed- offer the privacy of a large private bedroom accessed off the bedroom hall. The corner master bedroom has been outfitted with a walk in double closet for impressive storage and enjoys the same sparkling city views as the public rooms. The master and guest baths were designed with luxury in mind and feature exquisite surfaces rarely seen in home design. Classic Pre-war elements remain such as high beamed ceilings and impeccably restored original inlaid basket weave floors. The home is wired for Sonos and features through wall air conditioning. This is indeed a home to love.

171 West 79th Street is situated on one of the most beloved blocks on the West Side. Positioned between Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, Broadway and the Hudson River- you will enjoy every aspect and convenience of this ideal location. Built in 1924, 171 offers the convenience of a residential building manager, bike storage, and a doorman on site from 8am to midnight.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,065/mo
Sale Price $2,175,000

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

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,492

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

79

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

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Location

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171 W 79TH Street #123, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Collumbus/Amsterdam

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $105,180
Land Value: $20,460
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,536 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
Allowed FAR: 1

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 $2,065 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

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: RLS10096599
First Listed: 3/7/2017
Closed: 6/14/2017
Contract Date: 3/7/2017

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Michael Lubin

Listing Contact: (212) 317-3672

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