It previously was on the market for a total of 160 days.

3 apartments are currently available in this building.

160 days on Market

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Key Details

Listed: Jul 10, 2024

Last Price Change: ($720,000) on Dec 17

Days on Market: 160

Building Type: Cooperative

Neighborhood: Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)

Doorman: FT Doorman

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Monthly Maintenance: $11,136

Est. Monthly Mortgage: -

Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $22,490

Note: the above is based on a down payment of 60% ($2,565,000), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Description

OFFERED FOR THE FIRST TIME IN 40+ YEARSA rare opportunity to own a sprawling and sun-filled penthouse apartment with wrap around terraces and breathtaking Central Park views in a prime Upper East Side location.Upon entry into this special home, guests are greeted through a marble-clad foyer to the three oversized entertaining rooms. With glorious light and two exposures, the expansive 25-foot living room leads onto the widest portion of the terrace, perfect for lounging or dining with a retractable awning. The formal dining room offers two exposures as well, including a stunning Southern view of the Midtown skyline.

Perfect for a cozy night in, or working from home, the den space is an additional flex space that can function as an additional bedroom.The serene and generously sized primary suite offers two walk-in closets, and has direct terrace entrance to take in magnificent Central Park views and sunsets. The second bedroom is well proportioned, with another walk-in closet and also has direct terrace access. A windowed kitchen, and a staff room/office with an en-suite bathroom complete this unrivaled offering at this price point.50 East 79th Street is a full service, cooperative one block from Central Park with just 87 residences.

Amenities include a 24-hour doorman, on-site resident manager, discounted on-site garage (subject to availability,) storage, bike room, and a gym. The building allows 65% financing, and pied-a-terre ownership, but dogs are not permitted. Kindly note, showings are Monday - Friday.

Apartment Amenities

Terrace

About 50 East 79th Street

50 East 79th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 78, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Very Attractive 5 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

High-End 5 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

Yes and Good 2 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Discrete 1 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

None 0 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

Part of Historic District 1 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Outstanding 5 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

Less than 40 blocks 2 out of 5 points

Views:

Impressive 3 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Considerable 1 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Many 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Some 1 out of 3 points

Health Club:

Yes 1 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Considerable 2 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

None 0 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Co-op
Built in 1958
95 Apartments
21 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 1963
Attended Lobby
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Resident Storage
Full Service Garage
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Fitness Center
On-Site Parking
Laundry Room
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

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50 East 79th Street, #PH21B

Pricing History

Previous Photos & Floor Plan

Key Details

Description

Apartment Amenities

About 50 East 79th Street

50 East 79th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 78, based on:

Rating Summary

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Building Amenities

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