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SOLD FOR $2,525,000

· Closed October 6, 2025

118 W 79TH Street #9B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,525,000

118 W 79TH Street #9B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20032869

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1929

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1929
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,444/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 9 of 14

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Character: Pre-war building (1929)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 9 of 14
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Pets Yes
Year Built 1929
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01150/0037

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 24, 2025 $2,699,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $2,525,000 -6.4%

Description

CLASSIC SIX SPONSOR UNIT - NO BOARD APPROVAL

Pre-War Charm Flexible Layout Prime Museum Block

A rare sponsor unit offering at 118 West 79th Street, Apartment 9B is a classic six residence filled with natural light, pre-war charm, and abundant potential, offered with no board approval required.

This 3-bedroom, 3-bath home features a gracious entry foyer, expansive living and dining areas, and oversized windows with open north and west exposures showcasing views of West 79th Street and beautiful skyline. With 9-foot ceilings and generously scaled rooms, the layout offers flexibility and flow, perfect for both entertaining and everyday living.

The floorplan can easily accommodate a fourth bedroom or be reimagined to create a large eat-in kitchen with space for a washer and dryer. The home is in overall good condition and ready to be customized to suit your lifestyle.

Designed by Emery Roth in 1925, 118 West 79th Street is an elegant, full-service cooperative located on the coveted Museum block. The building offers a full-time doorman, fitness room, landscaped patio, private storage, bike room, live-in superintendent, and in-apartment mail delivery.

Ideally situated near Central Park, the Museum of Natural History, tons of schools, transportation, and Columbus Avenue dining and shopping.

Pets, washer/dryers, and central A/C are permitted. Showings are by appointment only.

Showings by appointment only.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 49
Stories 14
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,444/mo
Original Price $2,699,000
Sale Price $2,525,000
Previous Price $2,699,000

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

584

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,456

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

23

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

69

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 8:04 AM EST

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Location

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118 W 79TH Street #9B, Upper West Side, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

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: $104,880
Land Value: $21,960
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,600 SF
Building Area: 1,584 SF
Built FAR: 0.61
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 $4,444 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1929, making it approximately 97 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: Pets allowed,Building Pets Allowed Comments:Pets allowed. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

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: RLS20032869
First Listed: 6/24/2025
On Market: 6/24/2025
Price Changed: 10/7/2025
Closed: 10/6/2025
Contract Date: 6/24/2025

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - JENNIFER L KALISH

Listing Contact: (917) 273-2330

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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