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SOLD FOR $865,000

· Closed March 23, 2023

515 E 79TH Street #7C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$865,000

$865 per sq ft

515 E 79TH Street #7C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

ASTEN HOUSE

MLS® #RLS10836587

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,000

Sq. Ft.

1981

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Year Built 1981
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,669/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 7 of 30

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 2 Full
Floor 7 of 30
Exposure North
Pets Yes
Cross Street YORK AVENUE and EAST END AVENUE
Year Built 1981
Living Area 1,000 sq ft
Parcel # 1576-0014-00515-000-000007C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 11, 2022 $975,000 -
Price Reduced Mar 24, 2023 $895,000 -8.2%
Currently May 3, 2026 $865,000 -3.4%

Description

North-facing split 2bed/2 bath with balcony and LOW MAINTENANCE!!!! Best deal at the Asten House!!! Bring offers! Windowed kitchen and bathroom, great closet space and hardwood floors throughout.
Great opportunity to live in a full-service coop off East End Avenue!

The Asten House is a full-service white-glove building off East End Avenue, noted for its gracious marble lobby and renovated custom-designed hallways with 3 apartments per floor. There are 2 separate wings with a total of 4 elevators. The highly attentive, professional staff includes a 24-hour doorman and concierge plus a live-in resident manager. There is a fully-outfitted gym, party room, bike room, storage room, a large modern laundry facility conveniently located on the lobby level, a lovely landscaped park adjacent to the building, and an attached parking garage. 1 Dog under 35 lbs. is permitted with board approval. 70% financing, 39% tax deductibility. Pied-a-terres are allowed. NO WASHER/DRYERS are permitted in the unit.

This prime address is close to public transportation (the new 2nd Ave subway, M31, M79 and the Lex. Ave. subway) and a taxi line at the corner that travels directly to the Financial District. Close proximity to Carl Schurz and John Jay Park, the East River Promenade, New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell hospital and doctor's offices, post office conveniently located down the block as well as top-rated restaurants, gourmet shops

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,669/mo
Original Price $975,000
Sale Price $865,000
Previous Price $895,000

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)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/3/26, 4:18 AM EST

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515 E 79TH Street #7C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near YORK AVENUE and EAST END AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R4-1
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $85,500
Land Value: $16,020
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,475 SF
Building Area: 2,340 SF
Built FAR: 0.95
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 $1,669 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 1,000 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1981, making it approximately 45 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 $865,000 for 1,000 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: RLS10836587
First Listed: 6/11/2022
Price Changed: 3/24/2023
Closed: 3/23/2023
Contract Date: 6/11/2022

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Christine Mulligan

Listing Contact: (917) 975-4241

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