239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

239 E 79th St
Upper East Side

$1,350,000
Price
2
Beds
1,200 Sq. Ft.
$1,125 / Sq. Ft.
1,200
Sq. Ft.
$1,125
per Sq. Ft.
a living room with furniture and a window with balcony view
a room with lots of furniture and a rug
a dining room with furniture and window
a kitchen with stainless steel appliances granite countertop a stove a sink and a microwave
a living room with a bed furniture and next to a window
an entryway with workspace
a bathroom with a granite countertop sink a toilet a mirror and shower
a bathroom with a toilet sink and mirror

Description

This high-floor corner two-bedroom two-bathroom features an expansive living room and dining area. The gracious layout features a large proper entrance gallery, plentiful closet space and a formal dining area that could be converted to a third bedroom. With north and west exposures, this home boasts abundant natural light and sunshine. There are plenty of closets throughout, new crown and baseboard moldings, thru-wall air conditioning, and the beautiful original wood floors have just been refinished....This high-floor corner two-bedroom two-bathroom features an expansive living room and dining area. The gracious layout features a large proper entrance gallery, plentiful closet space and a formal dining area that could be converted to a third bedroom. With north and west exposures, this home boasts abundant natural light and sunshine. There are plenty of closets throughout, new crown and baseboard moldings, thru-wall air conditioning, and the beautiful original wood floors have just been refinished. The pass-thru kitchen has stone countertops and stainless appliances. The master bedroom suite features double exposure and an ensuite updated bathroom. Washer/dryer within. This full-service building has newly renovated hallways and lobby, permits pets and has an extremely helpful staff including a 24-hour doorman. There is a magnificent roof deck featuring comfortable and elegant furnishings including lounging, dining and reclining. The location is central and ideal, a few blocks from the 4, 5, 6-trains and the Second Avenue Q-train. Pristine financials, management, and service have made 239 East 79th Street one of the most sought-after cooperatives on the Upper East Side. The unusually strong financial condition of this cooperative (boasting a large reserve fund), along with very stable maintenance, makes this a wise investment. Also, no flip tax.
  1. Listed by Gregory M Roache • Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
    P: (212)-588-5662 C: (212)-588-5662 groache@bhsusa.com
  2. Listed by Emily E Cho • Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC
    P: (212)-588-5620 C: (212)-588-5620 echo@bhsusa.com

Amenities

  • Corner Unit
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • City Views
  • Deck
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Common Garden
  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Elevator
LISTING UPDATED: 02/15/2026 02:09 PM

Property Details for 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20071347
Days on Market11
Taxes-
Maintenance$2,556 / month
Min. Down Pymt25%
Total Rooms4.5
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1957
CountyNew York County

Building

239 E 79th St

208 Units18 StoriesBuilt in 1957

Location

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Building Information for 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

Building/Complex239 E 79th StFloor12Stories18Residences208Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsPets AllowedYear Built1957Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$8,724 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,168

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$2,556

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Yorkville
  • Stories Total: 18
  • Exposures: West, North
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
  • Zoning Description: R10A
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0021
  • Tax Deduction Percent: 60.00%
  • Tax Block: 01525
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0021
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 0.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1200.0
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: 239 E.79Th Owners Corp
Building Information
  • Building Features: BikeStorage, Concierge, Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: Courtyard, BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Building Pets Allowed Comments: Pets Allowed
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: false
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • Common Interest: StockCooperative
  • Number Of Shares: 814
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Other
  • Entry Level: 12
  • Fireplace: No
  • Floor Number: 12
  • Basement: Yes
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Laundry Features: InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 3
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: P
  • Number Of Units Total: 208
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime, ConciergeYes
  • Land Lease: No
  • Pets Allowed Comments: Pets Allowed

Property History for 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Feb 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20071347

$1,350,000—
Feb 3, 2012

Sold

RealPlus #248bebbe43850f53cfd650f3196a112fd6a2b417

$965,000——
Feb 3, 2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012020600465001

$965,000—
Dec 3, 2011

Contract Signed

RealPlus #248bebbe43850f53cfd650f3196a112fd6a2b417

$1,100,000——
Nov 9, 2011

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #248bebbe43850f53cfd650f3196a112fd6a2b417

$1,100,000——
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/10/2026

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20071347

$1,350,000
02/03/2012

Sold

RealPlus #248bebbe43850f53cfd650f3196a112fd6a2b417

$965,000
02/03/2012

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2012020600465001

$965,000
12/03/2011

Contract Signed

RealPlus #248bebbe43850f53cfd650f3196a112fd6a2b417

$1,100,000
11/09/2011

Listed (Active)

RealPlus #248bebbe43850f53cfd650f3196a112fd6a2b417

$1,100,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

Taxable ValueLand-Additions-Total-
Home Facts
APN1015250021

Schools near 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 290 Manhattan New School
Public - PK to 5
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public - 6 to 8
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 290 Manhattan New School
PublicPK to 5

Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies
Public6 to 8

Lower Manhattan Community Middle School
Public6 to 8

Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P, Upper East Side

239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P is a co-op for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on February 10, 2026 by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC, it's currently listed at $1,350,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on February 3, 2012. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 290 Manhattan New School, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 239 East 79th Street, Unit 12P is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,200 sqft co-op built in 1957.

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