Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433

SOLD FOR $425,000

· Closed November 30, 2022

Closed For Sale Co-op

$425,000

127 W 79TH Street #12E

Upper West Side, Manhattan

CLIFTON, THE

MLS® #RLS10902848

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Douglas Elliman Real Estate

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1926

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1926
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,036/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side
Floor 12 of 15

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 12 of 15
Exposure East
Pets Yes
Cross Street COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE
Year Built 1926
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1210-0019-00127-000-000012E

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 13, 2022 $425,000 -
Currently May 5, 2026 $425,000 -

Description

WELCOME HOME to a peaceful, sun-splashed "high floor" studio with open city views on one of the Upper West Side's most coveted blocks.

LIVING SPACE
The roomy open-living layout is perfect for working, living, and entertaining - all in one. The newly renovated custom-designed kitchen with "floor-to-ceiling" cabinets and a double sink provides an amazing place to prepare all your favorite meals and maximizes the entire wall. Appliances are stainless steel and countertop is granite. The bathroom is timeless and classic, complete with soaking tub, mosaic tiles and a modern sink and basin with storage underneath. Throughout this pre-war home you will enjoy 9 1/2 foot ceilings, original hardwood flooring, and two large closets for all of your storage needs.

THE BUILDING
The Clifton House, located on one of the most sought out blocks on the Upper West Side, is beautifully maintained pre-war coop with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, newly renovated hallways and central laundry, bike room, storage (for a small monthly fee) and a gorgeous landscaped roof deck, complete with herb and flower gardens, panoramic city views, and spectacular sunsets. Utilities (gas & electric) are included in the monthly maintenance.

THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Located in the sweet spot of the Upper West Side, The Clifton House is convenient to the best shopping, restaurants, and recreation the area has to offer. You'll love living just half-a-block away from the Museum of Natural History and equidistant between Central and Riverside Parks. Also, you'll be near multiple bus routes and the B, C and 1, 2 & 3 subway lines. Pet friendly, no flip tax, 75% financing permitted. Subletting permitted with board approval. This is a rare opportunity to own in a stellar building and location!

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,036/mo
Sale Price $425,000

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

579

Median Asking Price

$1.66M

Median $/Sqft

$1,496

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

26

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

84

Median Sale Price

$1.85M

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Location

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127 W 79TH Street #12E, Upper West Side, New York County • Near COLUMBUS AVENUE and AMSTERDAM AVENUE

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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 $1,036 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

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: RLS10902848
First Listed: 9/13/2022
Price Changed: 9/13/2022
Closed: 11/30/2022
Contract Date: 8/31/2022

Listing Courtesy of Douglas Elliman Real Estate - Eileen Rappaport

Listing Contact: (516) 551-1003

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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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