$2,750,000
Updated 6 months ago
Sold

120 East 79th Street, PH-20FL

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Park Ave & Lexington Ave

6 Rooms3 Beds3 BathsCo-op

$2,750,000
Maintenance$6,738

Listing Features

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Entry Foyer
  • Full Floor
  • Home Office
  • Penthouse/Top Flr
  • Private Elevator
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Split Bedrooms
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Dishwasher
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • En Suite Bathroom
  • Soaking Tub

Outdoor space and views

  • Terrace [24'x9']
  • City Views
  • Skyline Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Bike Storage
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Facility
  • Garden
  • Laundry Room
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed. Case by Case
  • Pieds A Terre Ok
  • No Smoking

Property Description for 120 East 79th Street, PH-20FL

Welcome to an extraordinary offering that stands in a league of its own. With only 78 units across 20 floors, this exclusive penthouse is the only sole private full floor in the building, ensuring unparalleled privacy and distinction.

Perched on the 20th floor, this private penthouse boasts breathtaking open views from nearly every exposure. Your elevator opens directly into your own personal sanctuary, where a stunning terrace extends along the entire great room, overlooking 79th Street, just off Park Avenue. This remarkable outdoor space provides unobstructed views stretching all the way to Central Park and beyond.

The terrace is generously sized, ideal for dining, lounging, or enjoying serene moments of solitude. Whether entertaining guests, immersing yourself in a good book, or simply unwinding, this outdoor oasis enhances your living experience. The terrace is equipped with an irrigation system and electricity, alongside a retractable awning for sun protection or stargazing at night.

This exceptional full-floor property is a singular offering within the entire building, rarely available and featuring spectacular views to the south, north, east, and west. Bathed in natural light, the home enjoys four open exposures, creating a radiant ambiance all day long. The thoughtful design facilitates a seamless flow between living, dining, and entertaining spaces, making it perfectly suited for both intimate gatherings and grand celebrations.

Nestled on one of the most coveted blocks in the heart of the Upper East Side, this residence is a regal retreat that harmoniously blends luxury and comfort. The expansive floor plan provides endless possibilities to craft your ideal living environment, serving as both a sanctuary for relaxation and a vibrant space for social gatherings.

Currently configured with a spacious open living room, three bedrooms, and three baths (all in good original condition), the home features a spacious kitchen with ample dining space, stainless steel appliances, open shelving, and a spectacular south-facing window that offers magnificent views of the Manhattan skyline, opens into a large dining - entertaining area. Adjacent to the kitchen and eat dining area, one will find another sizable south-facing bonus room that is sizable with superb views and ideal for a home office or guest bedroom, housing a vented washer/dryer.

This unique home is a rare gem on the Upper East Side, conveniently located near Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum, the Lexington Avenue Subway, the M79 Crosstown Bus Line, and an array of fabulous restaurants and shops.

Experience the rare opportunity to call this extraordinary residence your own-a true standout property unrivaled in elegance and charm, promising a lifestyle of sophistication at the pinnacle of city living. A must-see! Please note there is a 2% flip tax.


Listing History for 120 East 79th Street, PH-20FL

Now
03/02/2026
$2,750,000
Sold and Closed by Frances Katzen
Douglas Elliman
2026

Building Details for 120 East 79th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePre-War
AccessElevator
Year Built1943
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts19/67
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

77 St
0.1 miles
86 St
0.38 miles
72 St
0.44 miles
86 St
0.47 miles

Citi Bike

E 77 St & 3 Ave
0.15 miles
E 76 St & Park Ave
0.15 miles

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Frances Katzen
Douglas Elliman

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.

All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer.
OLR ID: 2147251