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The Lyons

135 West 79th Street, PH-AB

Upper West Side, Manhattan | Amsterdam Ave & Columbus Ave

4 Rooms2 Beds2 Baths1,400 Square FeetCo-op

$2,175,000
Maintenance$1,910
Price Per SF
$1,554

Listing Features

  • Combined Apartment
  • Corner Apartment
  • Entry Foyer
  • Home Office
  • Penthouse/Top Flr
  • Split Bedrooms
  • Skylights
  • Dishwasher
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • En Suite Bathroom

Outdoor space and views

  • Wrap Terrace [1,400 SF]
  • City Views
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

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

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Property Description for 135 West 79th Street, PH-AB

135 West 79th Street, PHAB

A spectacular penthouse with an extraordinary private roof terrace in one of the Upper West Side's most coveted locations.

Perched on the penthouse level of The Lyons, this beautifully renovated two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence combines sophisticated design, exceptional light and an extraordinary 1,400+ square feet of private outdoor space. The apartment has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation executed with an uncompromising eye for quality, incorporating high-end finishes, white solid-oak flooring, custom millwork, multiple built-in storage systems and central air conditioning.

Flooded with natural light, the gracious interior is designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Two dramatic skylights rise to an impressive 12'4", further enhancing the sense of volume and bringing sunlight deep into the home. The apartment is also wired for both audio and a sophisticated in-home theater system.

The well-proportioned primary bedroom offers a true suite-like retreat, with a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom, a dedicated home office and direct access to the roof deck. The second bedroom is equally versatile and can accommodate guests, family or additional workspace. Throughout the apartment, custom storage and millwork provide both functionality and a clean, refined aesthetic.

But it is the spectacular private roof deck that truly sets PHAB apart. Facing south and measuring more than 1,400 square feet, this extraordinary outdoor oasis is large enough to comfortably accommodate four separate seating areas, creating distinct spaces for dining, lounging, entertaining and enjoying the sun. It is an exceptionally rare amenity in this prime Upper West Side location.

The renovated kitchen is outfitted with premium Bosch, Liebherr and Bertazzoni appliances, complementing the apartment's high level of finish and attention to detail.

The Lyons

Built in 1914 and designed by architect Robert T. Lyons, 135 West 79th Street is a handsome 12-story prewar cooperative known as The Lyons. The building features a distinctive brown-brick facade with a two-story rusticated limestone base and full-height rusticated quoins. Its recently restored lobby incorporates marble and mosaic detailing, and the building retains the gracious proportions and architectural character associated with classic Upper West Side apartment houses. The cooperative was converted in 1983 and contains approximately 53 residences.

Building amenities include two elevators, a live-in superintendent, bicycle storage and a large laundry room, while the cooperative is pet-friendly and permits pied-à-terre ownership.

The location is exceptional. West 79th Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues is a particularly attractive, tree-lined residential block, just a short distance from Central Park and Theodore Roosevelt Park, the American Museum of Natural History, and the restaurants, cafés, shopping and gourmet food markets that define the Upper West Side. The 1, B and C subway lines are conveniently nearby, providing easy access throughout Manhattan.

PHAB is an unusually special offering: a sophisticated, turnkey penthouse with exceptional light, high-end renovation, private outdoor space on a remarkable scale, and a location that places the very best of the Upper West Side just outside your door.

Listing History for 135 West 79th Street, PH-AB

Now
09/08/2026
$2,175,000
Initial Price by Michael J. Carroll
Brown Harris Stevens
2026

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
0.19 miles
81 St-Museum of Natural History
0.25 miles
72 St
0.41 miles
86 St
0.41 miles
86 St
0.46 miles

Citi Bike

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

Contact Agent

Contact Agent

Licensed As
Michael Carroll
Salesperson
License#:
10401290727
Company:
Brown Harris Stevens
Michael J. Carroll
Brown Harris Stevens
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Building Availability

APPSF
Median
Average
$1,554
$2,175,000
$2,175,000
Last 12 months
$1,391
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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.

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