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SOLD FOR $1,900,000

· Closed April 25, 2018

170 E 79TH Street #8B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,900,000

170 E 79TH Street #8B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10481289

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Stribling & Associates

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Lot Size 4,470 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,433/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 7 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1927)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths null Full
Floor 7 of 15
Pets Yes
Year Built 1927
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 4,470 sq ft
Parcel # 1413-0045-00170-000-000008B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 25, 2018 $1,900,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $1,900,000 -

Description

Outstanding prewar classic home, recently renovated with a sun-filled spacious layout. Entry foyer flows graciously into both the formal dining room and elegant living room, complete with open southern exposure, working fireplace and lovely built-ins. Wonderful gourmet windowed eat-in-kitchen with granite countertops, new top-of-the-line appliances, and a built-in desk. Three bedrooms, two windowed baths and plenty of custom closets throughout. Beautiful hardwood floors, 10 ft beamed ceilings and crown moldings bring out the old-world charm. There is a washer/dryer in the apartment, through-wall air conditioning and a large storage bin in the basement is included. This intimate coop is located in a prime Upper East Side neighborhood and has a doorman from 8 am - midnight 7 days a week, and a live-in super. Pets permitted. CONTRACT SIGNED.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 26
Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,433/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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,500

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

19

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

41

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

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170 E 79TH Street #8B, Upper East Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1920
Year Built
106 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $90,420
Land Value: $19,560
Exemptions: $49,290

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

Lot Area: 2,296 SF
Building Area: 1,408 SF
Built FAR: 0.61
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 $3,433 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1927, making it approximately 99 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: RLS10481289
First Listed: 4/25/2018
Closed: 4/25/2018
Contract Date: 4/25/2011

Listing Courtesy of Stribling & Associates - Iris Klatsky

Listing Contact: (917) 991-9859

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