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SOLD FOR $18,000,000

· Closed April 6, 2022

135 E 79TH Street #PH19W
Closed For Sale Condo

$18,000,000

$3,318 per sq ft

135 E 79TH Street #PH19W

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10886550

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

5

Bedrooms

5.5

Baths

5,425

Sq. Ft.

2012

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 5 full, 1 half
Living Area 5,425 sq ft
Lot Size 10,216 sq ft
Year Built 2012
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $10,290/mo
Property Taxes $98,640/yr
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 19 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace, Balcony

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 11
Baths 4 Full, 1 Half
Floor 19 of 20
View City
Exposure East,North,South,West
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Year Built 2012
Living Area 5,425 sq ft
Lot Size 10,216 sq ft

Description

Uniquely positioned with unrivaled southern views and extraordinary light, Penthouse 19 West at 135 East 79th Street is a grand and gracious 11 room duplex, with a South facing terrace, in a most coveted condominium. Featuring five bedrooms, four baths, and a powder room with interior square footage of over 5,500 square feet, the apartment is an architectural tour de force. Traditional design elements are seamlessly blended with state-of-the-art systems, and throughout the views never fail to dazzle. Entry is through a private elevator vestibule which opens into a large gallery. The formal rooms include a big and lovely living room, a handsome library, and a wonderful octagonal dining room. Beyond there is a fantastic hand-painted Christopher Peacock kitchen featuring statuary stone slab counters with custom carved edges, an island with prep sink, a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Wolf six-burner range, two Miele dishwashers, and a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator. There is also a pantry, breakfast room, and staff room with en-suite bath; all boasting abundant light and views. Upstairs the private quarters includes a marvelous master suite boasting a gorgeous south facing bedroom, an enormous dressing room with extraordinary custom millwork closets and an impeccable marble clad 5- fixture bathroom. There are three additional bedrooms, two large full baths, plus a study/ playroom, and a proper laundry room. 135 East 79th Street is a 31-unit, 20-story condo with a full amenity package including a doorman, concierge, resident manager, fitness center, landscaped private garden courtyard, resident's lounge with a separate catering kitchen, and a family club/game room overlooking the garden. Large private wine cellars, bicycle storage and private storage is available. The building enjoys a highly-coveted location with close proximity to Central Park, as well as an array of fine restaurants, galleries and shops.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Separate Formal Dining Room Entrance Foyer Eat In Kitchen

Exterior Features

Building Courtyard Building Garden Balcony Building Roof Deck Courtyard Garden Building Terrace Terrace Balcony

Appliances

Dryer Washer Dryer Allowed Washer

Building Information

Total Units 31
Stories 20

Financial Details

Common Charges $10,290/mo
RE Taxes $98,640/yr ($8,220/mo)
Original Price $22,500,000
Sale Price $18,000,000
Previous Price $20,000,000

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

321

Median Asking Price

$1.51M

Median $/Sqft

$1,525

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

29

Median Sale Price

$1.39M

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135 E 79TH Street #PH19W, Upper East Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan
MLS® ID: RLS10886550
First Listed: 4/9/2021
Price Changed: 4/6/2022
Closed: 4/6/2022
Contract Date: 4/9/2021

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Serena Boardman

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