Milton Coste

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SOLD FOR $3,335,000

· Closed June 30, 2021

Closed For Sale Co-op

$3,335,000

31 E 79th Street #9-E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10663748

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Listing by Compass

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $7,704/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 9 of 15
View City
Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue
Year Built 1925
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1491/16

Description

Take in exceptional prewar elegance and grandeur in this stunning half-floor, three-bedroom, three-bathroom home in a revered Upper East Side cooperative. Set on the ninth floor, this expansive home boasts northern, eastern and southern exposures as well as the perfect combination of original details and contemporary updates. Arrive via a private elevator landing into the grand gallery to discover soaring ceilings, herringbone hardwood floors and handsome millwork. To the right, the well-proportioned formal living room invites you to relax in front of the wood-burning fireplace while south-facing windows frame open-sky views and a glimpse of Central Park. To the left of the foyer, the kitchen boasts a north-facing window, abundant marble-topped cabinetry, a service entrance and stainless steel appliances, including a dishwasher, wine refrigerator and a vented gas range. A convenient butler's pantry outfitted with a washer-dryer leads to the dining room finished with decadent red lacquer walls. The coveted split-bedroom layout places the owner's suite in the southeastern corner with gorgeous open vistas and beautiful sunlight. The superb dressing area and four large closets grant excellent storage space, and the en suite bathroom boasts gorgeous marble tile and modern fixtures. A second suite along the northern exposure features a built-in desk, roomy closets and lovely private bathroom. At the end of the entry gallery, a bright library with built-in cabinetry and a chic attached bath could easily serve as a third bedroom suite. 31 East 79th Street is a stately 15 story limestone and brick cooperative built in 1925. Residents enjoy full-time, white glove doorman service, private storage and a bike room. Board policies permit pets and pieds--terre. This outstanding location at the corner of Madison Avenue marries residential tranquility with easy accessibility. The delights of Central Park, Museum Mile, fantastic shopping and dining are just steps away. This is a wonderful opportunity to own a beautiful apartment in one of the city's most desirable locations. There is a 1.5% flip tax payable by the purchaser. Monthly capital assessment of $1,307 through 2021.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Pantry Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 15
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $7,704/mo
Sale Price $3,335,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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

330

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,533

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

23

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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31 E 79th Street #9-E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Fifth Avenue/Madison Avenue

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MLS® ID: RLS10663748
First Listed: 6/8/2005
Price Changed: 6/7/2021
Closed: 6/30/2021
Contract Date: 9/3/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Alexander Daigh

Listing Contact: (917) 971-8214

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