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SOLD FOR $680,000

· Closed April 19, 2022

161 E 79TH Street #1RW
Closed For Sale Co-op

$680,000

161 E 79TH Street #1RW

Upper East Side, Manhattan

161 East 79 Street

MLS® #RLS10766282

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1916

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1916
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,416/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 1 of 12

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1916)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 1 of 12
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1916
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1508-0024-00161-000-00001RW

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 14, 2018 $799,000 -
Price Reduced Jun 6, 2018 $715,000 -10.5%
Currently May 10, 2026 $680,000 -4.9%

Description

BACK ON THE MARKET! Looking for a real two bedroom in a prime Upper East Side prewar building for the price of a one bedroom? This is your apartment! This this extremely charming and quiet apartment has plenty of prewar details including high ceilings, refinished wood floors, and ceiling and base moldings. The living room comfortably fits a dining room table, and it has elegantly designed arched built-ins flanking the windows with a mirrored backsplash, as well as a bar. The windowed kitchen is renovated with all modern appliances, a brand new tiled floor, and plenty of storage. The bathroom is brand new - clean and gorgeous - and the apartment already has a built in washer/dryer hookup which can be vented outside. The apartment has through wall air conditioning. THIS IS NOT A GROUND FLOOR APARTMENT.

161 East 79th Street is a very small full service cooperative conveniently located between Lexington and Third Avenue in close proximity to the subway , several markets, Central Park, and many restaurants and shops. The building features a tasteful lobby, full time doorman, live-in superintendent, central laundry room, storage and bike room. Pets are allowed and pied-a-terres on a case by case basis. 50% financing allowed. 2% flip tax.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,416/mo
Original Price $799,000
Sale Price $680,000
Previous Price $715,000

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

342

Median Asking Price

$1.82M

Median $/Sqft

$1,585

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

29%

Sold (30 Days)

39

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

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Location

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161 E 79TH Street #1RW, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1
Floor Plan 2

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: $107,400
Land Value: $21,000
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,552 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 $2,416 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1916, making it approximately 110 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 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: RLS10766282
First Listed: 3/14/2018
Price Changed: 6/6/2018
Closed: 4/19/2022
Contract Date: 3/14/2018

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Katharine Tuckerman

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9228

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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