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SOLD FOR $1,175,000

· Closed May 19, 2022

127 W 79TH Street #1/2C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,175,000

$978 per sq ft

127 W 79TH Street #1/2C

Upper West Side, Manhattan

THE CLIFTON

MLS® #RLS10772200

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

1,201

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Living Area 1,201 sq ft
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,674/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 1 of 17

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 2 Full
Floor 1 of 17
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Columbus & Amsterdam Avenues
Year Built 1926
Living Area 1,201 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 23, 2021 $1,250,000 -
Currently May 7, 2026 $1,175,000 -6.0%

Description

Enter this unique duplex from the 2nd floor bedrooms suite the first floor has the living room and kitchen level, and a full bath.. This two bedroom, two bathroom apartment with high ceilings makes you feel as if you are in a townhome with the conveniences of a full-service building. Located on one of the most coveted blocks of the Upper West Side, steps from The Museum of Natural History, The American History Museum and Central Park. The layout - the lower level contains the kitchen, living room with a full bath, the upper level has the two bedrooms with a newly renovated bathrooms. The spacious living room has soaring 11 foot high ceilings with three windows that bring in plenty of sunshine as the apartment is located on a double wide street.. The renovated pass-through kitchen features custom-made white cabinets, granite countertops, high-end appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator and a Miele dishwasher, and pantry. The bathrooms have been completely renovated with white tiles and contemporary fixtures. The bedrooms on the upper level - reached from a wide internal stairway - are spacious in size with the Master having a walk in closet, plenty of closets all around with good light. All utilities are included in the maintenance, the Clifton House, a co-op building with an attentive staff, 24-hour doormen, pet-friendly policies, a spectacular rooftop deck, laundry facilities, extra storage and its enviable location, lively neighborhood with plenty of restaurants and stores. Central Park and Riverside Park are only a few blocks away, and centrally located to get around the city with three main subway lines and convenient crosstown and uptown/downtown buses.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,674/mo
Original Price $1,250,000
Sale Price $1,175,000
Previous Price $1,250,000

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

577

Median Asking Price

$1.78M

Median $/Sqft

$1,598

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

22

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

81

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

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Location

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127 W 79TH Street #1/2C, Upper West Side, New York County • Near Columbus & Amsterdam Avenues

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1926
Year Built
100 years old
15
Floors
125
Residential Units
R10A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments Historic District: Upper West Side / Central Park West Historic District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $15,295,050
Land Value: $1,872,000
Exemptions: $69,380

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

Lot Area: 10,216 SF
Building Area: 123,898 SF
Built FAR: 12.13
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $2,674 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 1,201 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1926, making it approximately 100 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 $1,175,000 for 1,201 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $978. 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: RLS10772200
First Listed: 11/23/2021
Price Changed: 5/20/2022
Closed: 5/19/2022
Contract Date: 11/23/2021

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Abe Rosenberg

Listing Contact: (212) 381-2342

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