$1,230,000
Updated a year ago
Sold

The Lyons

135 West 79th Street, 11-C

Upper West Side, Manhattan | Amsterdam Ave & Columbus Ave

3 Rooms1 Bed1 BathCo-op

$1,230,000
Maintenance$1,883

This property was sold for $1,230,000 on 07/29/25.

Listing Features

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Custom Closets
  • Hardwood Floors
  • High Ceilings [10']
  • Moldings
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Adjoining Pantry
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Open Kitchen
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Marble Bathroom

Outdoor space and views

  • City Views
  • Skyline Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure
  • West Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Voice Intercom
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

Policies


Property Description for 135 West 79th Street, 11-C

MOVE-IN PERFECTION: KELLY G DESIGNER STUNNER ON PRIME MUSEUM-PARK-BLOCK (FEATURED IN NY TIMES)

CUSTOM 5-DIAMOND MAGNIFICENCE w/OPEN CITY VIEWS

PET & PIED A TERRE FRIENDLY - GUARANTORS, GIFTING, CO-PURCHASES & ONE-BUYING-FOR-ANOTHER ACCEPTABLE (w/Board Approval)

Quality like this is rare, and is always a valuable choice. Supremely unique and beautiful, this home is the creation of the very talented and established designer, Kelly Giesen of Kelly G Design. Kelly's vision and work have been celebrated and touted throughout the design world, and this incredibly special residence is her heartfelt, one-of-a-kind creation.

From the moment you pass through the door, you'll know that you are in an exquisite home. Dramatically situated on a prized upper-corner of its treasured 1914 building -- a unique position coveted for its high, beamed ceilings and bright, open city views -- this masterpiece beams gorgeously.

Although everything inside this feel-good home looks as if it has been here for a century or more, the architectural elements were individually curated and crafted by the designer specifically for this gut renovation. Repurposed treasures include antique doors, mantles, mirrors, hardware, and more. By mixing old and new, this stupendous space seamlessly merges history with modern sensibility.

The entry opens to a sweet foyer, a space made grand by design and graced by a deep, custom hall closet with two 9 foot tall doors. This fine foyer is a graceful transition to the residential bliss that lies ahead.

The custom mantle is the focal point of the comfortable Living Room - a vibrant space which, like the rest of this trophy home, boasts herringbone White Oak floors and real plaster moldings cast from vintage molds. Two unique circle-motif doors grace either side of the vintage decorative fireplace, and add to the lofty flow of this happy home -- allowing light to flow from the fantastic adjacent bedroom.

The gorgeous windowed kitchen is open and adjacent to the living and dining spaces, and is perfectly poised for entertaining. Its painted cabinetry, custom milled to house the owner's extensive collection of vintage china and crystal, conceals many of its under-counter appliances from view. (Try and find the top-tier appliances by Big Chill, Fisher Paykel and Subzero.) The polished Neolith Calcutta Gold countertop and backsplash offer the sophisticated look of a vintage butler's pantry, and beautifully serve this bespoke home's artisanal spirit.

The bedroom is a tranquil, corner retreat boasting three custom closets and three big windows with sunshiny, open city views. With en suite access to the stunning marble bath, this peaceful, bright, and beautiful bedroom is a sweet suite indeed.

The windowed marble bathroom is a dream. With its custom console sink, its signature mosaic, radiant-heat floor, its over-scaled linen closet, its separate, over-scaled custom marble shower, its top of the line fixtures, and its thermostatic controls, this spa bathroom -- like the rest of this residence -- comes with bragging rights. This extraordinary home's lighting is controlled throughout by Lutron switches - and automatic lighting in the closets.

Supremely situated in its handsome, well-tended building, this easy-to-love residence enjoys the benefits of its coveted live-in Super, and separate bike/laundry rooms. Pet and pied-terre-friendly — with Museum and Central Parks right up the street — this winsome home offers a prime location that leads the pack. Conveniently located on a quiet (no through-traffic), picturesque tree-lined street, this easy-living rarity offers prime proximity to every area dining, shopping, fitness, and cultural destination. Transportation options abound (1, B and C trains), and minutes away are Equinox, Soul Cycle, Trader Joe’s, Citarella, Zabar’s, Fairway, the Sunday UWS Farmer's Market, the Beacon Theatre, and Lincoln Center — just to name a few.

Indeed, quality like this is rare, and is always a valuable choice. Picture perfect, pristine living awaits.

FLIP TAX: $3870 Flat Fee ($10/Share) Paid by Purchaser

Listing History for 135 West 79th Street, 11-C

Now
07/30/2025
$1,230,000
Sold and Closed by Brian K. Lewis
Compass
06/25/2025
Contract Signed by Brian K. Lewis
Compass

Building Details for 135 West 79th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1914
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts12/51
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

79 St
0.16 miles
81 St-Museum of Natural History
0.28 miles
72 St
0.39 miles
86 St
0.4 miles
86 St
0.48 miles

Citi Bike

Amsterdam Ave & W 79 St
0.08 miles
Amsterdam Ave & W 82 St
0.17 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Licensed As
Brian K. Lewis
Associate Broker
License#:
30LE0903569
Company:
Compass

Upper West Side | Manhattan

Quick Profile

Bracketed on its east and west borders by massive city parks, the Upper West Side (UWS) is known for its greenery, stately and elegant townhomes, safe streets and great schools, all of which make it a very desirable neighborhood for families. The UWS has maintained its community feeling, making it attractive to young professionals and retirees, both of whom want a sense of belonging in the place they call home.

Here you’ll find many apartment buildings, especially those along Central Park West. Historic architecture abounds, anchored by four luxury co-ops - the San Remo, Majestic, Century and Eldorado apartments - all of which have two towers on their interiors. They were built in the 1930s and their design was predicated on a 1929 building code that imposed a height limit on residences facing the street. There are also impressive row houses near Riverside Drive throughout the W 70 and 80 Streets. Above the 90s, you will find smaller buildings where walk-ups are very reasonably priced.

There are several world-class museums and venues dedicated to the performing arts. Plentiful dining can be found in the UWS. You will find everything from quaint Jewish delis serving up bagels and a schmear to sophisticated fine dining that has earned multiple Michelin stars, and everything you could possibly want in between. There is also abundant shopping and a vibrant nightlife.

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OLR ID: 1461839