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SOLD FOR $2,900,000

· Closed August 22, 2024

127 W 79TH Street #5ABL
Closed For Sale Co-op

$2,900,000

127 W 79TH Street #5ABL

Upper West Side, Manhattan

CLIFTON, THE

MLS® #RLS10992243

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,609/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 5 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Views: Other
  • Climate Control: Other
  • Character: Pre-war building (1926)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 3 Full
Floor 5 of 15
View Other
Cooling Other
Pets Yes
Year Built 1926
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01210/0019

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 1, 2024 $3,400,000 -
Price Reduced Aug 23, 2024 $3,150,000 -7.4%
Currently May 1, 2026 $2,900,000 -7.9%

Description

Loft like, South facing prewar 3 bedroom/3 bathroom located on one of the best blocks on the Upper West Side!

Spanning approximately 2,100 sqft, this wonderfully laid out home provides optimal amounts of entertaining and living space and is move-in ready.

Enter in a foyer with two coat closets that leads to the oversized living room, which faces South onto double-wide 79th Street. Off of the living room is a full bathroom which is great for guests. Adjacent to the living room is the oversized dining room and open kitchen. The eat-in chef's kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances including a Subzero refrigerator and Bosch dishwasher. There is also plenty of counter and storage space, including a huge pantry closet. The rest of the room is large enough for there to be a separate dining and seating area.

Nicely separated from the living space is the bedroom wing of the apartment. A den area with space for desks connects the bedrooms and features a large closet and a side by side Miele washer/dryer with additional storage space. Both of the large secondary bedrooms get very nice, South facing light. One of them is currently set up as an office with built-in storage and a murphy bed. These bedrooms share a recently renovated bathroom.

The luxurious primary bedroom suite boasts an oversized bedroom with a large North facing window looking over Landmarked townhouses. The room has a separate office area with room for a desk or Peloton. The spa like primary bathroom has a double vanity, deep soaking tub, and separate shower. Completing the primary suite is a large dressing room/walk in closet.

Additional features of this lovely home include beautiful hardwood floors, 9 foot ceilings, and a huge amount of storage space throughout the apartment.

127 West 79th Street is a beautiful, full service cooperative built in 1927 in the absolute heart of the Upper West Side. There is a lovely roof garden, storage as available, bike storage and pets are welcome.

Note there is an assessment in the amount of $239.53 per month until December 2024.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Smoke Free Building Other In Unit

Exterior Features

None

Building Amenities

Elevators

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Building CLIFTON, THE
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 142
Stories 15
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,609/mo
Original Price $3,400,000
Sale Price $2,900,000
Previous Price $3,150,000

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

582

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,558

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

35

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

77

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/1/26, 7:50 AM EST

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Location

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127 W 79TH Street #5ABL, Upper West Side, New York County

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 $4,609 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 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.

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: RLS10992243
First Listed: 3/1/2024
On Market: 3/1/2024
Price Changed: 8/23/2024
Closed: 8/22/2024
Contract Date: 3/1/2024

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Lisa Lippman

Listing Contact: (212) 588-5606

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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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