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SOLD FOR $1,940,000

· Closed April 28, 2017

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

$1,940,000

$970 per sq ft

50 E 79TH Street #2E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MADISON 79TH ASSOC

MLS® #RLS10101871

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

3

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

2,000

Sq. Ft.

1958

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3 full, 1 half
Living Area 2,000 sq ft
Year Built 1958
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,338/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Climate Control: Wall Units
  • Parking: Private garage

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 2
Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Madison & Park Ave.
Year Built 1958
Living Area 2,000 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Parcel # 1393-0052-00050-000-000002E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 1, 2016 $1,995,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $1,940,000 -2.8%

Description

Create Your Dream Home - Perfect Upper East Side Location

Available for the first time in years, Apartment 2E at 50 East 79th Street offers the rare opportunity to bring your dream home to life in the ideal Upper East Side location youve been waiting for. This oversized Classic 6 features two generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space, a third staff bedroom, three full bathrooms, plus an additional powder room. With a flexible floorplan there is abundant space to realize your desired renovation and fulfill everything on your must have list. North and South exposures provide pleasant natural light in this unusually quiet and tranquil property.

50 East 79th Street is a white glove co-op featuring 24hr doormen, full-time elevator operators, and a live-in Super, as well as storage for each owner, in-house gym, bike room, central laundry room, and parking garage with reduced rates for residents. Sorry, no dogs permitted but pied-a-terres permitted on a case by case basis. Located just one block from Central Park, 50 East 79th Street is a prime Upper East Side address with ample shopping, dining, and transportation options at your doorstep.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,338/mo
Original Price $1,995,000
Sale Price $1,940,000
Previous Price $1,995,000

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

337

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,503

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

21

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

1

Median Sale Price

$460K

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/14/26, 5:33 PM EST

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Location

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50 E 79TH Street #2E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Madison & Park Ave.

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1930
Year Built
96 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R2
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $133,080
Land Value: $30,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 4,017 SF
Building Area: 1,938 SF
Built FAR: 0.48
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 $3,338 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.

The listed interior living area is 2,000 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1958, making it approximately 68 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

At the current list price of $1,940,000 for 2,000 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $970. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10101871
First Listed: 11/1/2016
Price Changed: 4/28/2017
Closed: 4/28/2017
Contract Date: 11/1/2016

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Ric Swezey

Listing Contact: (212) 941-2503

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