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SOLD FOR $2,800,000

· Closed March 5, 2019

179 E 70TH Street #19/20A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,800,000

179 E 70TH Street #19/20A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

179 E 70 Corp.

MLS® #RLS10438117

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Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1959

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Year Built 1959
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $5,845/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Terrace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Exposure North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1959

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 27, 2018 $3,475,000 -
Price Reduced May 15, 2018 $2,995,000 -13.8%
Currently Apr 28, 2026 $2,800,000 -6.5%

Description

This wonderful terraced duplex has superb open views and great light from 3 open exposures.

Perched high on the 19th and 20th floor of a fabulous full service coop, this sun-flooded corner apartment has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and fabulous outdoor space.

Off a semi-private landing one enters on the 19th floor where the living room, dining room, kitchen, powder room and terrace are located. Everything is properly positioned. The entry way has huge closets and a powder room. The beautifully proportioned living room faces South and West with park views and the large terrace is off the living room and faces South. Adjacent to the kitchen and living room is a lovely formal dining room with open North and West exposures. The kitchen is renovated with stone countertops and wood cabinets, has great light and amazing counter and storage space.

Upstairs on the 20th floor there are 3 bedrooms, each with its own en-suite bathroom. The master bedroom is oversized and has open South and West exposures and a view of Central Park. Every bedroom has open exposures and large closets. There is access to the building elevator on this floor as well.

179 East 70th Street is a white glove, full service cooperative West of Third Avenue in the heart of the Upper East Side. There is a fabulous new gym, central laundry, bicycle storage and a private storage bin comes with the apartment. Washers and dryers and dogs under 30 pounds are allowed.

Please call for a private viewing.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Terrace

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $5,845/mo
Original Price $3,475,000
Sale Price $2,800,000
Previous Price $2,995,000

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

345

Median Asking Price

$1.63M

Median $/Sqft

$1,547

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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Location

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179 E 70TH Street #19/20A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R3-2
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $92,280
Land Value: $16,680
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,325 SF
Building Area: 2,202 SF
Built FAR: 0.95
Allowed FAR: 0.75

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 $5,845 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1959, making it approximately 67 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: RLS10438117
First Listed: 3/27/2018
Price Changed: 5/15/2018
Closed: 3/5/2019
Contract Date: 3/27/2018

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Lisa Lippman

Listing Contact: (212) 588-5606

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