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SOLD FOR $649,000

· Closed October 12, 2023

440 E 79th Street #2-N
Closed For Sale Co-op

$649,000

$865 per sq ft

440 E 79th Street #2-N

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10899256

RLS at REBNY

Listing by SAMUEL REALTY GROUP LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

750

Sq. Ft.

1955

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 750 sq ft
Year Built 1955
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,552/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 17

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 17
Exposure South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street First Avenue/York Avenue
Year Built 1955
Living Area 750 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1473/18

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 10, 2023 $649,000 -
Currently Apr 30, 2026 $649,000 -

Description

Decorator's 1 bedroom available for sale. The focal point of this sunny and well-done apartment is the beautifully designed kitchen. The kitchen's footprint was expanded, opened, and outfitted with two-toned custom European cabinetry, 2' thick quartz countertops providing countertop seating for 3, full size stainless steel appliances, floor tile and backsplash, under-cabinet lighting and over-head lighting. At the apartment's entry are 2 well-sized closets customized with shelving and storage. Throughout the apartment you'll find beautiful hardwood floors. The spacious south-facing living room benefits from natural light. In the hallway leading to the bedroom is the tasteful bathroom with floor to ceiling white subway tile, sink and vanity, medicine cabinet and tub-shower with recessed shower shelf. Southern exposure continues in the generous bedroom with a newly redone double closet and sliding doors. Thoughtful built-ins offering additional storage have been installed under the windows in the living room and bedroom. Through the wall air conditioners in the living room and bedroom. The living room has custom solar shades (roller shades) and there are blackout shades in the bedroom. Solid wood doors on all closets and bedroom passage door. An upper east side gem awaits!

440 East 79th Street is a desirable Upper East Side co-op building located on 79th Street between 1st Avenue and York Avenue. The building offers a warm and friendly environment with one of the most attentive doormen and building staff in the area and live in superintendent. The building's amenities include the newly reimagined and renovated rooftop deck and garden which is surely one of the premier decks on the upper east side, updated gym (located in basement), newly renovated basement, attached building garage, full-size laundry room and common storage. Pet friendly, financially healthy co-op with stable and reasonable maintenance. Short walk away from Carl Schurz Park, the East River Promenade, Agata & Valentina, and NYC's best restaurants. Building allows pied-a-terre, co-purchasing, and gifting. No Flip Tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Pantry Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,552/mo
Sale Price $649,000

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

352

Median Asking Price

$1.61M

Median $/Sqft

$1,585

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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440 E 79th Street #2-N, Upper East Side, New York County • Near First Avenue/York Avenue

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
R3X
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $84,660
Land Value: $17,400
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 3,500 SF
Building Area: 1,880 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
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 $1,552 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 750 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1955, making it approximately 71 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.

At the current list price of $649,000 for 750 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $865. 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 mcoste@kwnyc.com. 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: RLS10899256
First Listed: 7/10/2023
Price Changed: 7/10/2023
Closed: 10/12/2023
Contract Date: 7/10/2023

Listing Courtesy of SAMUEL REALTY GROUP LLC - Samuel Horowitz

Listing Contact: (516) 314-7788

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