SOLD FOR $6,500,000
· Closed March 28, 2022
21 E 79TH Street #5THFLOOR
MLS® #RLS10762435
Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
4
Bedrooms
4
Baths
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1930
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
- Style: Prewar architecture
- Character: Pre-war building (1930)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Oct 4, 2021 | $7,200,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Mar 28, 2022 | $6,800,000 | -5.6% |
| Currently | May 14, 2026 | $6,500,000 | -4.4% |
Description
GREAT LOCATION. GREAT SPACE. GREAT POTENTIAL.
21 East 79th Street is a sought after prewar building within half a block of Central Park. This full-floor apartment, with ten foot ceilings, is on the market for the first time in over 50 years! The 12 rooms feature a private elevator vestibule opening to a gracious Gallery which radiates to the Living room, Dining room and Library - the perfect place to welcome friends and family. Fireplaces and great sunlight warm the Living Room, Library and Primary Bedroom from their southern facing windows which provide views to the grand houses across 79th Street within the Metropolitan Museum Historic District. Currently featuring 4 bedrooms, 3 staff rooms in addition to the Kitchen, Pantry and Staff Hall, the floor plan for this apartment affords tremendous flexibility for the use of its spaces. It is ready to be restored or reimagined. No summer work rules. There is a 2% flip tax and financing up to 50% of the purchase price is permitted.
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe 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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340
Median Asking Price
$1.70M
Median $/Sqft
$1,500
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
19
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
41
Median Sale Price
$1.59M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/13/26, 8:17 PM EST
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21 E 79TH Street #5THFLOOR, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 5 AVENUE and MADISON AVENUE
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $9,774 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
This property has 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1930, making it approximately 96 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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