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SOLD FOR $1,600,000

· Closed June 4, 2015

440 E 79th Street #4FG
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,600,000

440 E 79th Street #4FG

Upper East Side, Manhattan

The Gregory House

MLS® #RLS10096719

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

3

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1956

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1956
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,400/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 16

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 4 of 16
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street 1 AVENUE and YORK AVENUE
Year Built 1956
Parcel # 1473-0018-00440-000-00004FG

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Apr 23, 2015 $1,600,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 3, 2015 $1,699,000 +6.2%

Description

This Upper East Side coop apartment is a one-of-a-kind grandiose true three bedroom home. Apartment 4FG is front facing with northern views and copious sunlight. This home features a spacious living room, formal dining area, and two beautifully appointed full bathrooms. All three bedrooms easily fit king-sized beds, making this home a true gem! Additionally, the exquisitely renovated galley kitchen features stainless steel appliances, marble countertops, contemporary cabinetry and a charming breakfast bar. The formal dining area easily fits a four to six person dining table. There is a convenient separation between all three bedrooms through the hallway with two full bathrooms on separate sides of the apartment. Building amenities include a 24 hour doorman, roof garden, a small health club, bicycle room, laundry room, live-in super, and a parking garage. Pets are welcome, plus co-purchasing, and pied-a-terres are allowed on a case by case basis. Please message for appointment during the week, only appointment showings during the week.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,400/mo
Sale Price $1,600,000
Previous Price $1,699,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

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440 E 79th Street #4FG, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 1 AVENUE and YORK AVENUE

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R3X
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $84,660
Land Value: $17,400
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 3,500 SF
Building Area: 1,880 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
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 $2,400 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 1956, making it approximately 70 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: RLS10096719
First Listed: 4/23/2015
Price Changed: 6/3/2015
Closed: 6/4/2015
Contract Date: 3/26/2015

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Antonia Watson

Listing Contact: (347) 768-5952

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