Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $6,500,000

· Closed September 5, 2024

Closed For Sale Co-op

$6,500,000

151 E 79th Street #11

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10976716

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

6

Bedrooms

3.5

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1925

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 4 full, 1 half
Year Built 1925
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $10,929/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 11 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North,South,West facing
  • Outdoor Space: Balcony
  • Fireplace: 1 fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 10
Baths 3 Full, 1 Half
Floor 11 of 15
Exposure East,North,South,West
Pets Yes, CatsOk, DogsOk
Year Built 1925
Structure Type HighRise
Flooring Hardwood
Furnished Unfurnished
Block/Lot 01508/0020

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 29, 2023 $7,950,000 -
Price Reduced Sep 5, 2024 $6,995,000 -12.0%
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $6,500,000 -7.1%

Description

Originally built in 1924 by renowned architects Rouse and Goldstone This full-floor residence at 151 East 79 Street, is an architectural masterpiece. Perched high on the 11th floor, this incredible home offers approximately 4,000 sqft of flexible living space with light emanating from all four exposures. Available for the first time in over 50 years, the apartment is currently configured with 6 spacious bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2 wood-burning fireplaces, a double-sized living room, formal dining room, windowed eat-in kitchen with a breakfast room, laundry room, and separate staff quarters. A private landing leads to a grand entry gallery with access to both public and private areas. Enter the magnificent double size great room which boasts impeccable floor to ceiling wooden paneling set within a wall of original lead casement windows with western city views. A beautiful wood burning fireplace and multiple seating areas complete this impressive entertaining space. Adjacent to the great room is a large formal dining room and a butler's pantry with never-ending storage. The huge kitchen is equipped with three enormous picture windows facing east and north. A charming breakfast room, with Juliette Balcony is unlike any other in the building. Floor to ceiling windows gaze over All Soul's Church. A full laundry room, and staff room with ensuite bathroom are adjacent. The private bedroom wing is accessed through a hallway lined with deep walk-in closets. All bedrooms are spacious and filled with natural light, each featuring an en-suite bathroom. The primary bedroom suite, with south and west exposures, is particularly impressive, featuring another wood-burning fireplace, en-suite bathroom, and a walk-in closet. This residence showcases beautiful prewar details and oak floors throughout, adding to its timeless elegance. Located in the heart of one of the most exclusive neighborhoods in New York City, 151 East 79 Street is a boutique cooperative building with only sixteen residences and a lovely canopied entrance with decorative limestone columns and handsome wrought-iron doors. The building offers a range of amenities, including a newly renovated windowed gym, private storage which transfers with the sale, a full-time doorman and a resident manager. The cooperative benefits from the rent paid by the commercial space on Lexington Avenue which allows for low maintenance. 151 East 79 Street permits 50% financing and is pet friendly. There is a 2.5% flip tax paid by the buyer.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Eat In Kitchen Walk In Closets Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common On Floor Flooring: Hardwood Fireplace (1)

Exterior Features

Balcony Balcony

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 16
Stories 15
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $10,929/mo
Original Price $7,950,000
Sale Price $6,500,000
Previous Price $6,995,000

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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.49M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

28

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 1:59 PM EST

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151 E 79th Street #11, Upper East Side, New York County

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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: $86,220
Land Value: $19,620
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,536 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
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 $10,929 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.

This property has 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1925, making it approximately 101 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: RLS10976716
First Listed: 10/26/2023
On Market: 8/29/2023
Price Changed: 9/5/2024
Closed: 9/5/2024
Contract Date: 6/7/2023

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Elizabeth Sahlman

Listing Contact: (917) 523-8200

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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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