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SOLD FOR $6,850,000

· Closed June 8, 2018

139 E 79TH Street #14
Closed For Sale Co-op

$6,850,000

139 E 79TH Street #14

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10041283

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

4

Bedrooms

4

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $6,874/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1928)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 11
Baths null Full
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street NW COR.LEX AVE
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1508-0016-00139-000-0000014

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 17, 2017 $7,500,000 -
Price Reduced Nov 6, 2017 $6,995,000 -6.7%
Currently May 9, 2026 $6,850,000 -2.1%

Description

Situated in the heart of the Upper East Side, on 79th Street between Lexington & Park, this stunning apartment occupies the entire 14th floor of a white-glove prewar cooperative. The 11-room residence has 4-bedrooms, 4-bathrooms and enjoys natural light from all four exposures. The gracious layout allows for entertaining and comfortable living.

A private landing opens into a spacious gallery with stained glass windows that have been carefully preserved and meticulously restored. Opening off the gallery is the grand 17' x 28' living room, which faces East offering city views and abundant natural light. The living room is centered between the wonderful 14' x 21' foot East facing dining room and the charming library with custom built-ins. Off of the dining room is the spacious chef's eat-in kitchen facing North with two large windows. The kitchen features a large island, tremendous storage, and top-of-the-line appliances including a Viking range with double oven, a subzero refrigerator, and washer/dryer. Conveniently located off the kitchen is a flexible room currently functioning as a den with a full bathroom; this room can easily be converted into a breakfast room or fourth bedroom. A butler's pantry in the kitchen leads to a home office that connects back to the main gallery.

The bedroom wing featuring three bedrooms and a wall of closets is privately located off the main gallery. The first of two secondary bedrooms faces East towards the All Souls Church Steeple, has a walk-in closet and shares a full windowed bathroom with the adjacent library allowing for the library to become an additional bedroom if desired. The second guest bedroom enjoys the Southeast corner capturing the stunning South facing city views. This bedroom has a walk-in closet, linen closet, and windowed full bathroom. The South facing master bedroom bathed in light with two large walk-in closets and a beautiful newly renovated full windowed bathroom.

Each Southern facing window has a treatment to protect the floors and your furniture from any UV light. There is thru-wall HVAC throughout the apartment.

Built in 1928 this 16-story building has only 16 apartments. There is private storage and laundry in the basement. Residents enjoy the convenient location close to transportation, restaurants, shops and Central Park.There is a 2% flip tax paid by the purchaser.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 16
Stories 16
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $6,874/mo
Original Price $7,500,000
Sale Price $6,850,000
Previous Price $6,995,000

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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.82M

Median $/Sqft

$1,597

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

18

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

40

Median Sale Price

$1.60M

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Location

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139 E 79TH Street #14, Upper East Side, New York County • Near NW COR.LEX AVE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

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: $101,700
Land Value: $21,720
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,536 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
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 $6,874 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1928, making it approximately 98 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: RLS10041283
First Listed: 1/17/2017
Price Changed: 11/6/2017
Closed: 6/8/2018
Contract Date: 1/17/2017

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - John Burger

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9274

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