Milton Coste

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177 E 79TH Street #5
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,585,000

$1,000 per sq ft

177 E 79TH Street #5

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10845170

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Corcoran Group

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,585

Sq. Ft.

1980

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,585 sq ft
Year Built 1980
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,957/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 5 of 17

Property Highlights

  • New Construction: Brand new building

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 5 of 17
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1980 (New)
Living Area 1,585 sq ft

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 20, 2022 $1,695,000 -
Price Reduced May 3, 2023 $1,595,000 -5.9%
Currently May 2, 2026 $1,585,000 -0.6%

Description

BACK ON THE MARKET - Welcome to Apartment #5 at 177 East 79th Street. This apartment is a traditional 2BR/2BA loft with private elevator and key lock system. In immaculate condition you can walk right in and feel at home. From the foyer you enter into a very large living room that is over 19' in width and 18' in length. Stretching across is a wall of windows making this south facing living room filled with natural light. Recessed lighting and built in custom cabinetry are added upgrades that have been recently done and all the windows were replaced within the last two year.

The chef style kitchen features full sized appliance with a Bosch dishwasher, microwave and stove and a large French door style Fisher & Paykel refrigerator. The bedrooms are located in the back of the apartment and are pin drop quiet. Overlooking the landscaped gardens below you can enjoy some very quiet and private views. Both bedrooms have new windows with screens and custom built-in cabinetry. The master bedroom has upgraded closets with customized shelving and modern style sliding doors. The large en suite master bath features excellent storage space, shower and separate deep soaking tub.

Adding to the apartment features is a Bosch washer and dryer, customized hallway closet with sliding doors and a full bathroom just outside of the second bedroom. The floors have all been sanded and refinished, there has been recessed lighting installed throughout and each room features is own through the wall heating and air-conditioning system with wireless thermostat.

177 East 79th Street is a 18 story 15 unit boutique coop in the P.S. 6 School District. Building features include private key and lock elevator, part time doorman (hours are Monday - Friday 7am to 3pm) & live in resident manager. The location is very central and just a short walk to the 6 train on 77th and Lexington Ave, Central Park, Museum mile, and all the shopping, restaurants and cafe 's the UES has to offer.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,957/mo
Original Price $1,695,000
Sale Price $1,585,000
Previous Price $1,595,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

30%

Sold (30 Days)

37

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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Location

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177 E 79TH Street #5, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 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
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $90,780
Land Value: $18,120
Exemptions: $17,697

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,536 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 $2,957 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 1,585 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1980, making it approximately 46 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 $1,585,000 for 1,585 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,000. 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: RLS10845170
First Listed: 6/20/2022
Price Changed: 5/3/2023
Closed: 5/3/2023
Contract Date: 6/20/2022

Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group - Aleksey Gavrilov

Listing Contact: (347) 617-7690

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