501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

501 E 79th St
Upper East Side

$4,000,000
Price
2
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Open: 12/7 10:00AM - 11:00AM - By Appt
Open: 12/7 10:00AM - 11:00AM - By Appt
a view of a city with tall buildings
a living room with furniture dining area and a chandelier
a living room with fireplace furniture and a wooden floor
a living room with furniture kitchen view and a chandelier
a view of a dining room with furniture
a view of a dining room with furniture and chandelier
a view of a hallway with wooden floor and staircase
a spacious bedroom with a bed and a couch
a spacious bedroom with a bed and a large mirror next to a window
a living room with furniture and a window
a kitchen with a refrigerator and a stove
a bathroom with a sink mirror toilet and bathtub
a view of balcony with city view
a view of balcony with furniture
a picture of a floor plan

Description

Where Sunrise Meets Sunset. Where City Meets Sky. This extraordinary one-of-a-kind penthouse features an approximately 1,100-square-foot wraparound terrace with east, west, and north exposures. Enjoy sunrise views over the East River and sunset views over the Manhattan skyline. With three access points, the terrace provides effortless indoor-outdoor living and outstanding river and city vistas. The living room is a showstopper in scale and sophistication, framed by oversized east and west facing...Where Sunrise Meets Sunset. Where City Meets Sky. This extraordinary one-of-a-kind penthouse features an approximately 1,100-square-foot wraparound terrace with east, west, and north exposures. Enjoy sunrise views over the East River and sunset views over the Manhattan skyline. With three access points, the terrace provides effortless indoor-outdoor living and outstanding river and city vistas. The living room is a showstopper in scale and sophistication, framed by oversized east and west facing windows that flood the home with extraordinary natural light. The soaring 12-foot ceilings and open loft-like proportions bring a downtown sensibility to one of uptown's most beloved neighborhoods. At the same time, every detail reflects timeless elegance: herringbone oak floors, solid mahogany doors, and classic crown moldings, a nod to New York's architectural heritage, while the expansive layout supports modern living at its best. The formal dining room, gracious enough to seat ten comfortably, flows seamlessly into a windowed kitchen with direct terrace access. The terrace is fully equipped with irrigation and lighting, setting the stage for lush greenery, evening lighting, and the perfect outdoor atmosphere for gatherings. This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home offers privacy and proportion in equal measure. The penthouse occupies the top floor with just one other residence, ensuring peace, quiet, and exclusivity. Highlights Wraparound terrace approximately 1,100 sf - with irrigation and lighting Breathtaking East River and skyline city views  Three access points to the terrace for true indoor/outdoor living  12-foot ceilings and oversized windows A living room with exceptional scale  2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Formal dining room with terrace access Windowed kitchen  Washer/dryer in unit  Full-service cooperative, maintenance includes electricity 501 East 79th Street is a full-service cooperative with a 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent. The building recently completed a comprehensive renovation of the facade, lobby, elevators, and roof deck. Maintenance includes electricity. Amenities feature a landscaped roof deck, bike storage, central laundry, and a private garage (with waitlist). Pieds-a-terre are permitted, pets are welcome, and financing up to 70 percent is allowed. There is no flip tax. Ideally located in one of Manhattan's most desirable neighborhoods, the building is nearby public transportation, top restaurants, shopping, and parks including the East River Esplanade, John Jay Park, and Carl Schurz Park.

Property Details for 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

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Bridges, City, CityLights, Panoramic, River, Skyline

Open Houses

Sunday, Dec 7th

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

By Appointment Only

LISTING UPDATED: 12/03/2025 12:09 PM

Property Details for 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20060364
Days on Market18
Taxes-
Maintenance$5,625 / month
Min. Down Pymt30%
Total Rooms5.5
Compass TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1961
CountyNew York County

Building

501 E 79th St

137 Units20 StoriesBuilt in 1961

Location

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Building Information for 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

Building/Complex501 E 79th StFloor20Stories20Residences137Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details3Year Built1961Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$22,920 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$17,295

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$5,625

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Property Information for 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Yorkville
  • Stories Total: 20
  • Exposures: East, West, North
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: Yes
  • Zoning Description: R10A
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0001
  • Tax Deduction Percent: 49.00%
  • Tax Block: 01576
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0001
  • Tax Monthly Amount: 0.0
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Building Name: York Towers
Building Information
  • Building Features: Elevators
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Exterior Features: BuildingRoofDeck
  • Building Laundry Features: Other
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • 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: 780
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: HighRise
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Terrace, WrapAround
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Other
  • Entry Level: 20
  • Fireplace: No
  • Dining Type: Formal
  • Kitchen Condition: Good
  • Floor Number: 20
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Laundry Features: InUnit
  • Bathroom Condition: Good
  • ElevatorsTotal: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Unit Line: PHB
  • Number Of Units Total: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitYes
  • Attendance Type: DoormanFullTime, ConciergeYes
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20060364

$4,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/18/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20060364

$4,000,000

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Schools near 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor
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. 158 Baylard Taylor
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 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB, Upper East Side

501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB is a co-op for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on November 18, 2025 by Serhant, it's currently listed at $4,000,000. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 2. Nearby schools include P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor, Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies and Lower Manhattan Community Middle School. 501 East 79th Street, Unit PHB is a 2-bed, 3-bath, co-op built in 1961.

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