501 E 79TH Street #PHB
MLS® #RLS20060364
Listing by Serhant
2
Bedrooms
3.5
Baths
—
Sq. Ft.
1961
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: Bridges, City Lights, City, Panoramic, River
- Exposure: East,North,West facing
- Outdoor Space: Terrace, Wrap Around
Property Details
Description
Where Sunrise Meets Sunset. Where City Meets Sky. Convertible 3 Bedroom with 12-foot ceilings.
This extraordinary one-of-a-kind penthouse features an approximately 1,100-square-foot wraparound terrace with east, west, and north exposures. Enjoy sunrise views over the East River and sunset views over the Manhattan skyline. With three access points, the terrace provides effortless indoor-outdoor living and outstanding river and city vistas.
The living room is a showstopper in scale and sophistication, framed by oversized east and west facing windows that flood the home with extraordinary natural light. The soaring 12-foot ceilings and open loft-like proportions bring a downtown sensibility to one of uptown's most beloved neighborhoods.
At the same time, every detail reflects timeless elegance: herringbone oak floors, solid mahogany doors, and classic crown moldings, a nod to New York's architectural heritage, while the expansive layout supports modern living at its best.
The formal dining room, gracious enough to seat ten comfortably, flows seamlessly into a windowed kitchen with direct terrace access. The terrace is fully equipped with irrigation and lighting, setting the stage for lush greenery, evening lighting, and the perfect outdoor atmosphere for gatherings.
This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home offers privacy and proportion in equal measure. The penthouse occupies the top floor with just one other residence, ensuring peace, quiet, and exclusivity.
Highlights
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Wraparound terrace approximately 1,100 sf - with irrigation and lighting
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Breathtaking East River and skyline city views
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Three access points to the terrace for true indoor/outdoor living
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12-foot ceilings and oversized windows
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A living room with exceptional scale
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2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
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Formal dining room with terrace access
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Windowed kitchen
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Washer/dryer in unit
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Full-service cooperative, maintenance includes electricity
501 East 79th Street is a full-service cooperative with a 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent. The building recently completed a comprehensive renovation of the facade, lobby, elevators, and roof deck. Maintenance includes electricity. Amenities feature a landscaped roof deck, bike storage, central laundry, and a private garage (with waitlist). Pieds-a-terre are permitted, pets are welcome, and financing up to 70 percent is allowed. There is no flip tax.
Ideally located in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods, the building is nearby public transportation, top restaurants, shopping, and parks including the East River Esplanade, John Jay Park, and Carl Schurz Park.
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About Yorkville
View All Yorkville ListingsYorkville is a welcoming and diverse section of the Upper East Side that has seen a surge in popularity thanks to the Second Avenue Subway. Known for the beautiful Carl Schurz Park and Gracie Mansion, the neighborhood offers a relaxed, residential vibe. Yorkville is recognized for providing excellent value, with a wide range of housing options including spacious family-sized cooperatives and modern, amenity-rich condominiums.
Location
501 E 79TH Street #PHB, Yorkville, New York County
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