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SOLD FOR $3,200,000

· Closed January 18, 2022

31 E 79TH Street #11E
Closed For Sale Co-op

$3,200,000

31 E 79TH Street #11E

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10743019

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $7,965/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 11 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1925)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 7
Baths 3 Full
Floor 11 of 14
Exposure East,North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street 5 AVENUE and MADISON AVENUE
Year Built 1925 (New)
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1491-0016-00031-000-000011E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 16, 2021 $3,200,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $3,200,000 -

Description

A rarely available, 7 room apartment awaits the buyer with imagination and vision. This majestic cooperative residence retains its original layout and beautiful prewar ambiance. A dedicated elevator landing hints at the splendid interiors. A generous gallery leads to a spacious living room with a working fireplace and to a formal dining room with eastern views over Madison Avenue. The bedroom wing contains a large primary bedroom with en-suite bath and a sizable second bedroom with en-suite bath which can be used as a library. Rounding out this lovely home is a galley kitchen, butler's pantry, 2 staff rooms with an additional bathroom. Prewar details include high ceilings, graciously proportioned rooms, beautiful moldings, herringbone and strip hardwood floors, huge windows and ample closets. 31 East 79th Street is a highly desirable, full service, white glove cooperative building. Services and amenities include a resident manager, full-time doormen and elevator operators, and a bike room. The building allows pets.

In addition to the maintenance there is an operating assessment of $1,351.15 per month which is expected to run through December, 2021 and cable and Internet charge of $38.00 per month. Showings are Monday through Friday, 9am until 5pm; Weekends with 48 hrs. notice.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 19
Stories 14
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $7,965/mo
Sale Price $3,200,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

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Location

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31 E 79TH Street #11E, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 5 AVENUE and MADISON AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1950
Year Built
76 years old
3
Floors
3
Residential Units
R4
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $88,800
Land Value: $11,340
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,200 SF
Building Area: 3,102 SF
Built FAR: 1.41
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 $7,965 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10743019
First Listed: 9/16/2021
Price Changed: 9/16/2021
Closed: 1/18/2022
Contract Date: 9/16/2021

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Joan Swift

Listing Contact: (917) 991-1590

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