425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A

Alcove
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Description

Offers due by Monday, April 20th at 5 PM Eastern. Please email or call for more info.
Welcome home to this large alcove studio apartment, located at 425 East 79th Street in Manhattan. This updated home offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and urban convenience. 2A is a pin-drop quiet apartment that faces North with views of the beautiful flowering trees and courtyard for the building. There are hardwood floors throughout, and three large closets in the apartment, creating ample storage space.
...Offers due by Monday, April 20th at 5 PM Eastern. Please email or call for more info.

Welcome home to this large alcove studio apartment, located at 425 East 79th Street in Manhattan. This updated home offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and urban convenience. 2A is a pin-drop quiet apartment that faces North with views of the beautiful flowering trees and courtyard for the building. There are hardwood floors throughout, and three large closets in the apartment, creating ample storage space. Radiator heat ensures your apartment will never be cold in the winter, and is included in your extremely low monthly maintenance.

Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a charming foyer, complete with a coat closet, and room for additional storage, or a bench for putting on your shoes. As you continue into the apartment, you’ll find a large living area, with ample wall space, giving you flexibility and options for your apartment’s layout.

Off the living area, there is a windowed alcove that has a number of possible uses. Currently set up as a bright home office, this space easily lends itself to other uses such as a dining room, extension of the kitchen, or additional storage. There is the option to open the kitchen to create a pass through or breakfast bar.

There is a separate dressing room off the bathroom, with a large, mirrored linen closet. The bathroom is well-proportioned and features a vanity with storage, as well as a tub and shower combo.

Residents of 425 East 79th Street enjoy access to a wealth of amenities such as a landscaped roof deck, parking garage, bike room, and a full-time doorman, ensuring security and convenience. Additionally, the building features a large laundry room, luggage storage, and Verizon Fios. Alternatively, the building has negotiated a discounted rate for Spectrum TV and Internet if you wish to opt in. This elevator building is pet-friendly and allows up to 75% financing, subletting, co-purchasing, gifting, and parents buying for children. The building just completed a refresh of the common spaces, so the hallways and lobby are now bright and modern.

Ideally located, this building is surrounded by all the neighborhood conveniences you could want. There is great access to transportation, as you’re close to a number of subway and bus lines, Citi Bike stations, and the 90th Street Ferry Stop. You’re also 2 blocks from the FDR. Nearby amenities include grocery stores such as Agata & Valentina, D’Agostino, and Morton Williams, the Carl Schurz Dog Run, as well as popular gyms like Equinox, New York Sports Club, and Crunch Fitness. Enjoy the outdoors at the nearby parks, including Central Park, John Jay Park, and Carl Schurz Park, or take a dip at the John Jay Pool or Asphalt Green. Please email today to set up a private appointment.

Listing Agent

  1. Megan Inayoshi

    Megan Inayoshi

    Listing Agent

    Compass

Amenities

  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Common Roof Deck
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Elevator
  • Laundry in Building
  • Window AC Installed
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Gas Oven

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Property Details for 425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A

StatusActive
Days on Market21
Taxes-
Maintenance$825 / month
Min. Down Pymt25%
Total Rooms2.5
Property TypeCo-op
MLS TypeCo-op
Year Built1955
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation3%

Building

425 E 79th St

186 Units14 StoriesBuilt in 1955

Location

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Building Information for 425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A

Building/Complex425 E 79th StFloor2Stories14Residences186Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1955Building AgePost-war

Payment Calculator

$2,713 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,888

Property Taxes

$0

Maintenance/Common Charges

$825

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Property History for 425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
May 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$400,000
Apr 24, 2026

Contract Out

Manual

Apr 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$385,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$400,000
04/24/2026

Contract Out

Manual

04/07/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$385,000

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Public Records for 425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A

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Home Facts
APN1015590010

Schools near 425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 2.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
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

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425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A is a co-op for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on April 7, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $400,000. It has been on the market for a total of 21 days and was last sold on May 24, 2021. 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. 425 East 79th Street, Unit 2A is a 0.5-bed, 1-bath, co-op built in 1955.

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