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SOLD FOR $3,400,000

· Closed December 27, 2019

39 E 79TH Street #2A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$3,400,000

39 E 79TH Street #2A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10021434

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

4

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,680/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Patio
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 4 Full
Floor 2 of 14
Exposure South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street MADISON AVENUE and PARK AVENUE
Year Built 1925
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1491-0023-00039-000-000002A

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 8, 2018 $3,725,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $3,400,000 -8.7%

Description

From the semi-private landing, one enters this extraordinary three bedroom apartment at 39 East 79th Street. Large windows, facing south and west, dominate the living room, which is 28'5" by 18'1", to create a light flooded and gracious entertaining space. High ceilings (9'5") throughout this terraced apartment make it a true gem on the Upper East Side in one of our finest buildings. The formal dining room overlooks a huge, 47'10" by 9'3", outdoor space, which is shaded and cool in the summer and which provides entertaining space morning, noon, or night. There are three well-proportioned bedrooms each with its own bath. There is a kitchen and laundry room (formerly maid's room) and separate bathroom that could be combined to make a large eat-in-kitchen.

This apartment is a great opportunity for anyone who is interested in a space which can be easily enhanced and updated for maximum enjoyment.

In addition to the gracious apartment, there is an additional dividend; a first floor private office space just off the lobby. It is one of only three such spaces in the building.

The extraordinary low cost of maintenance in this building make it a compelling choice when considering the options to own a spectacular apartment on Manhattan's Upper East Side. Located within the "Museum Mile," this apartment is within a short distance of many museums and cultural institutions. The multiplicity of educational institutions in the area from kindergarten through college and the proximity to the marvelous Central Park of New York are further enhancements of this apartment's location. There are no shortage of restaurants, of every description and of the highest quality.

Transportation is at its best at 79th and Madison. The crosstown bus provides the fastest way to reach the West Side of Manhattan. The Madison Avenue Bus and The Fifth Avenue bus are the consummate means of transportation for anyone going downtown or uptown from this Upper East Side paradise.

This white glove building's prime location is just a block away from Central Park and mere minutes from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The Mark, The Surrey, The Carlyle Hotel, Sant Ambroeus, and the best shopping, restaurants and galleries on the Upper East Side!

- Low Monthly Maintenance ($2,680)
- 7 Rooms / 3 Bedrooms / 4 Bathrooms
- Light Flooded
- Large Terrace
- Spacious Interior 9'5" Ceilings
- Hardwood Floors
- Fireplace
- Large Eat-In Kitchen
- Separate Large Staff Room
- Excellent Location
- 1 Block From Central Park
- 2.5% Flip Tax (Paid By Buyer)

Features & Amenities

Exterior Features

Patio

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Building null
Total Units 23
Stories 14
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,680/mo
Original Price $3,725,000
Sale Price $3,400,000

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

337

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/23/26, 4:40 PM EST

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Location

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39 E 79TH Street #2A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near MADISON AVENUE and PARK AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

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: $114,840
Land Value: $28,260
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,580 SF
Building Area: 2,156 SF
Built FAR: 0.6
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 $2,680 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

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: RLS10021434
First Listed: 11/8/2018
Closed: 12/27/2019
Contract Date: 11/8/2018

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Kathleen Sloane

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9258

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