$6,480,000
Updated 2 years ago
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The Arcadia

408 East 79th Street, PH-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan | First Ave & York Ave

8 Rooms4 Beds3.5 Baths3,560 Square FeetCondo

$6,480,000
Common Charges$6,430
RE Taxes$4,709
Price Per SF
$1,820

Listing Features

  • BuiltIns
  • Corner Apartment
  • Custom Closets
  • Dressing Area
  • Duplex
  • Floor-Through
  • Galley Kitchen
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings [12']
  • Laundry Room
  • Library / Den
  • Media Room
  • Penthouse/Top Flr
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Track Lighting
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Wet Bar
  • Flr-to-Clg Windows
  • Center Island
  • Dishwasher
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Open Kitchen
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Wine Cooler
  • Double Vanity
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Marble Bathroom
  • Powder Room
  • Stall Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • Private Roof [24'x29']
  • City Views
  • Park Views
  • Skyline Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Facility
  • Playroom
  • Resident Lounge
  • Screening Room
  • Spa Services
  • Storage
  • Wine Cellar

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 408 East 79th Street, PH-A

Sometimes a home comes to market that photographs and descriptions simply do not do it justice… this is that home! Soaring above the Upper East Side this massive and mint condition 3,500 square foot 4 bed with an extra 1,000 square feet of private roof deck space was masterfully reimagined by AD featured designer Devin Hines from Hines Collective. Made for city living, this home seamlessly blends modernity, warmth and a light-filled tone while emanating quiet luxury at sub $2k/sqft. The various living areas of the apartment are arranged for gracious and convivial entertaining, with one space flowing into the other through elements such as a stunning two-sided absolute black granite fireplace connecting the living room and library, and a large marble screen that allows natural light and sight lines to flow from the living room to the dining room in the center of the apartment. Tucked away for privacy, the jewel box powder room shines with hand-embroidered and painted silk wallcoverings from Fromental, a hammered copper sink, and “Tundra Gray” marble countertop. Meanwhile, the chef’s kitchen offers custom hand-raked oak cabinetry and “Organic White” quartz countertops. The serene space is well appointed with appliances from Miele, Wolf, and Gaggenau, including a full-size wine fridge, and connects to the dining room via a wet bar nook. Above, the residence’s private rooftop terrace is a rare and glorious escape offering panoramic vistas of the New York Skyline. Equipped with a summer kitchen, including a gas grill, refrigerator and freezer making it easy to comfortably host 70 guests, yet be an ideal respite for one. The home offers four bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, three of which are on the lower level. The vast primary suite occupies a full half floor and is one of the finest in the city. It comes complete with a luxurious dressing room and custom closet cabinetry to showcase a collection of the finest clothes, purses and shoes from Ateliers from around the world. Meanwhile the luxurious bathroom is highlighted by a massive six-foot by six-foot shower with a showstopping backlit onyx feature wall that is breathtaking beyond imagination. The spacious bedroom is large enough for multiple seating areas and with exposure in two directions, offers captivating city views. Situated perfectly on this floor between the 3 bedrooms is an in-unit laundry room with sink and a surprise of incredibly rare Hermes fabric wallcoverings! This unit also comes with 3 storage units. Located in one of renowned architect Costas Kondylis’s signature condominiums the building features a full-time doorman, a state of the art fitness center, party room with full kitchen, kids playroom, library, bike storage, and screening room. Centrally located in the East 70’s and across the street from all the wonders of Agata and Valentina, this home is close to a plethora of exquisite destinations for dining and drinks, such as The Penrose, Anita La Mamma del Gelato, and the Gracie Mews Diner to name a few as well as elite private schools, parks, museums and galleries. Simply the best penthouse on the Upper East Side for the price, this home must be seen to truly understand how special and rare it is! Taxes with STAR abatement reduced to $3,885/mo.

Listing History for 408 East 79th Street, PH-A

Now
07/26/2024
$6,480,000
Sold and Closed by Mark Jovanovic
Compass
05/24/2024
Contract Signed by Mark Jovanovic
Compass

Building Details for 408 East 79th Street

OwnershipCondo
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull Service
AgePost-War
AccessElevator
Year Built2005
Financing Allowed90%
Floors/Apts21/50
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

72 St
0.39 miles
86 St
0.4 miles
77 St
0.41 miles

Citi Bike

1 Ave & E 78 St
0.07 miles
E 81 St & York Ave
0.14 miles

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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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