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The East River House

505 East 79th Street, 17-D

Upper East Side, Manhattan | York Ave & East End Ave

4 Rooms2 Beds1 Bath900 Square FeetCo-op Resale

$859,500
Maintenance$2,849
Price Per SF
$955

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • Custom Closets
  • Entry Foyer
  • Original Details
  • Refinished Floors
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Track Lighting
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Dishwasher

Outdoor space and views

  • Terrace
  • City Views
  • East Exposure
  • North Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Attended Elevator
  • Bike Storage
  • Garage
  • Laundry Room
  • Renovated Lobby
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed

Property Description for 505 East 79th Street, 17-D

THIS OVERSIZED ONE BEDROOM WITH A MODERN TWIST HAS IT ALL- LOCATION, VERSATILITY AND COMFORTABLE "NEW ESSENTIAL" OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE. Located steps from Carl Schurz Park, 17D a newly updated/renovated 900+ square foot converted two-bedroom residence offering bright, open living with northeast exposure and open sky views from every room. Thoughtfully designed where form meets function, this home has a warm, airy loft-like feel throughout. The oversized open living and dining area is ideal for entertaining or simply relaxing at home.
Extending the full length of the apartment, the private terrace offers rare indoor-outdoor living in Manhattan. Ideal for gardening, pets, or a quiet morning coffee with open views, this exceptional outdoor space is a true extension of the home and a city rarity.
The spacious primary bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed and two dressers, and features two custom walk-in closets. The versatile second bedroom works as a child’s room, guest room, or dedicated home office, and includes a full wall of built-in storage.
The updated cook’s kitchen is designed with both style and performance in mind, featuring a Bertazzoni cooktop, Fisher & Paykel refrigerator, Beko dishwasher, quartz countertops, marble backsplash, hardwood cabinetry, and slate flooring. The renovated bathroom showcases modern fixtures, sleek finishes, and extra-height custom shower doors for a refined spa-like experience.
There are oversized energy rated windows, custom shades, and hardwood floors throughout. Storage is plentiful with custom closets in the entry and hallway, and two extra-large closets in the primary bedroom. Bright northern exposure and open city views enhances this peaceful, comfortable residence.

East River House is an impeccably run, financially sound full-service cooperative. Featuring a full-time doorman, resident manager, elegant lobby, laundry facility, bike room, and 24-hour attended garage. Its many recent capital improvements include: new elevators, new hallways, new lobby, new mail room, two new energy efficient boilers, new cooling tower, new intercom, new gravity tank, and in progress LL11 work. BOARD APPROVAL IS REQUIRED for: in unit washer/dryers, half baths, pets, guarantors, gifting, co-purchasing, and subletting.

Currently, there is an assessment of $180.00 to upgrade the chiller for the HVAC It will be much more efficient after the replacement. Local Law 11 is currently underway.

Close to all the Upper East Side has to offer, including Carl Schurz Park, John Jay Park, East River House is a short walk from the East River Esplanade, perfect for scenic strolls and bike rides. The neighborhood is rich with cultural landmarks like the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Guggenheim, as well as charming cafés, top-rated restaurants, and boutique shops.

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Listing History for 505 East 79th Street, 17-D

Now
07/28/2026
$859,500
Initial Price by Geraldine Onorato
R New York
2026

Building Details for 505 East 79th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeHigh-Rise
Service LevelFull-Time Doorman
AgePost-War
AccessAttended Elevator
Year Built1962
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts20/205
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

86 St
0.47 miles

Citi Bike

E 81 St & York Ave
0.11 miles
E 82 St & East End Ave
0.16 miles

Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
$961
$889,000
$1,114,500
$1,036
$1,295,000
$1,295,000
Last 12 months
$880
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APPSF
Median
Average
$1,577
$1,695,000
$2,164,655
$1,460
$1,632,500
$1,941,925

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: 1731238