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505 E 79th Street #7L
MLS® #RLS20024036
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
1,250
Sq. Ft.
1963
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: South facing
- Outdoor Space: Balcony
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Description
Discover this sun-filled classic Upper East Side 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with a south-facing balcony, offering the perfect blend of space, tranquility, and stunning craftsmanship, ideal for family living. The home features two generously sized split bedrooms, providing privacy, and a living room with an adjoining dining area that opens onto a spacious balcony. The low-rise, landmark-designated buildings across the broad, tree-lined street ensure beautiful sunny southern views and exposures. This elegantly designed residence boasts immaculate finishes, starting with a gracious foyer that leads to an expansive living room with a sizable dining area. The chef’s kitchen is impressive, equipped with custom cabinetry and top-tier stainless steel appliances, including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, a Wolf oven, a Miele dishwasher, a GE Profile microwave, a wine cooler, and marble countertops. The apartment is filled with natural light and features central air conditioning, large windows, and hardwood floors. It features two beautifully appointed full bathrooms, ample closets, and storage space. Washer/dryer installation is permitted on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval by the board. East River House is an elegant, well-established co-op with excellent financials, allowing guarantors, gifting, and co-purchasing options on a case-by-case basis, all subject to board approval. Pets are allowed with board approval. It also features a 24-hour attended garage (with a waiting list) and a wonderful superintendent and staff. Currently, there is an assessment of $203.25 to upgrade the chiller for the HVAC It will be much more efficient after the replacement. Local Law 11 is currently underway. East River House is conveniently located near public and private schools, Carl Schurz and John Jay Parks, the public library, and the post office. All your essential needs, such as D'Agostino's, Duane Reade, Chase Bank, Starbucks, and Agata & Valentina Fine Foods, are conveniently located nearby. Public transportation options are plentiful, with buses M31, M79, and Wall Street Taxi Share-a-Ride available at the corner of 79th Street and York Avenue, and subway access with the Q train at 83rd Street and 2nd Avenue, and the #6 train at 77th Street and Lexington. Some images are virtually enhanced with lighter furniture/furnishings.
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
276
Median Asking Price
$1.80M
Median $/Sqft
$1,589
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
21
Price Reduced
31%
Sold (30 Days)
39
Median Sale Price
$1.37M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 2/23/26, 2:02 PM EST
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Location
505 E 79th Street #7L, Upper East Side, New York County
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