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SOLD FOR $1,180,000

Listed at $1,195,000 · Sold 1.3% below asking · Closed July 25, 2022

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

$1,195,000

$919 per sq ft

440 E 79th Street #2-D

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10785001

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Samuel Realty Group, LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,300

Sq. Ft.

1955

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,300 sq ft
Year Built 1955
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,248/mo
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 17

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 2 Full
Floor 2 of 17
Exposure North
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street First Avenue/York Avenue
Year Built 1955
Living Area 1,300 sq ft
Parking Garage Available
Block/Lot 1473/18

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 24, 2022 $1,195,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $1,195,000 -

Description

Spacious And Well-Priced Upper East Side 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom For Sale. Welcome to 2D, approximately 1,300 square feet spread across a split bedroom floor plan with versatility to create a third bedroom or home office, if so desired. The current floor plan is highlighted by 2 full bathrooms (one with a tub and one with a standing shower), a galley kitchen with the ability to open up into the living room, formal living room, bay windowed dining area located off the kitchen, enormous primary suite and 5 total closets (1 of which is a walk in, and 3 of which are double closets). This north facing apartment overlooks 79th Street and benefits from morning light, daytime reflective light, and a series of lush trees lining the block (scaffolding currently in place, to be removed in the next few months). This wonderful home additionally includes parquet floors, crown and base moldings, paneled wood doors, and Hunter Douglas window treatments. Move right in or update to your liking, either way 2D feels like home.

440 East 79th Street is a desirable Yorkville 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. Live in superintendent. The building's amenities include: rooftop for residents, updated gym (located in basement), newly renovated basement, attached building garage, full-size laundry room and common storage. Pet friendly, financially sound co-op with stable maintenance. Short walk away from Carl Schurz Park, the East River Promenade, Agata & Valentina, and NYC's best restaurants.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Dining Area Common Area

Exterior Features

Building Roof Deck

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,248/mo
Sale Price $1,180,000

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

332

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,509

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

12

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

38

Median Sale Price

$1.56M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/5/26, 11:03 PM EST

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440 E 79th Street #2-D, 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 $2,248 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 1,300 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 $1,195,000 for 1,300 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $919. 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: RLS10785001
First Listed: 3/24/2022
Price Changed: 3/24/2022
Closed: 7/25/2022
Contract Date: 3/23/2022

Listing Courtesy of Samuel Realty Group, LLC - Sam Horowitz

Listing Contact: (516) 314-7788

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