$6,750,000
Updated 9 years ago
Sold

179 East 79th Street, PH-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Lexington Ave & Third Ave

9 Rooms4 Beds2.5 Baths3,000 Square FeetCo-op

$6,750,000
Maintenance$8,495
Price Per SF
$2,250

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • BuiltIns
  • Dressing Area
  • Duplex
  • Entry Foyer
  • Formal Dining Room
  • French Doors
  • High Ceilings [9']
  • Original Details
  • Penthouse/Top Flr
  • Solid Wood Doors
  • Storage Closet
  • Walk-in Closet
  • WBFP
  • Flr-to-Clg Windows
  • New Windows
  • Skylights
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Wine Cooler
  • Double Vanity
  • Heated Floors
  • Jacuzzi Tub
  • Marble Bathroom
  • Powder Room
  • Steam Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • Terrace
  • City Views
  • Skyline Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Attended Elevator
  • Bike Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 179 East 79th Street, PH-A

This one-of-a-kind sun-flooded trophy penthouse is a terrace lover's dream. Located in a white-glove prewar co-operative on East 79th Street, this spectacular south-facing duplex has undergone a complete renovation by renowned architect, Daniel Frisch in collaboration with Meg Gabriele of Christina Murphy Interiors. The grand four bedroom residence retains a classic layout while incorporating contemporary features such as central air conditioning controlled by Nest thermostats, new windows, white-oak herringbone floors, custom millwork, new solid wood doors, Waterworks fixtures, radiant heat in all bathrooms, water filtration system, Lutron lighting system and an extensive audio/video system including Sonos. Off the entrance foyer is an elegant powder room, two coat closets and a coat room with additional storage. There is a magnificent 228 by 225 living room with four windows, built-in bookcases and a wood-burning fireplace. Adjacent to the living room is the corner formal dining room which faces south and east and provides an elegant space for gatherings. A chefs dream, the windowed eat-in kitchen has been meticulously renovated and has Ceaserstone countertops, Calcutta Gold backsplash and custom cabinets. It is equipped with top-of-line appliances including a Subzero refrigerator/freezer, two Subzero refrigerator drawers, Subzero wine refrigerator, Wolf double-oven and four-burner range with griddle and vented hood, Wolf built-in microwave and Monogram dishwasher. There is a separate bedroom hallway with three bedrooms and an oversized windowed hallway bathroom that is finished in Carrara marble and has two sinks and a bathtub. An enormous storage closet and two additional hallway closets complete the lower level of this glamorous home. Up a sweeping staircase is the top floor which is flooded with sunlight from an exquisite skylight and dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows. There are French doors opening onto the stunning landscaped terrace that spans approximately 1,000 square feet and has an automatic watering and lighting system. It is ideal for alfresco dining, entertaining and enjoying the iconic views of New York City. A kitchenette creates ease for entertaining. The luxurious master bedroom suite has 10 1/2 foot ceilings and a huge windowed dressing room with six closets and two built-in dressers. The lavish windowed master bathroom is finished in Thassos and Glassos marble and has two sinks, an oversized walk-in steam shower and a skylight.

Listing History for 179 East 79th Street, PH-A

Now
06/28/2017
$6,750,000
Sold and Closed by Cathy Franklin
Corcoran
2017

Building Details for 179 East 79th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePre-War
AccessAttended Elevator
Year Built1928
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts16/59
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

77 St
0.13 miles
86 St
0.35 miles
86 St
0.39 miles
72 St
0.41 miles

Citi Bike

3 Ave & E 82 St
0.11 miles
E 77 St & 3 Ave
0.11 miles

Contact Agents

Contact Agents

Marion Smith
Corcoran

Upper East Side | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.

With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.

Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .

There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.

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OLR ID: 45646