501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E

501 E 79th St
Upper East Side

$1,400,000
Price
2
Beds
1,400 Sq. Ft.
$1,000 / Sq. Ft.
1,400
Sq. Ft.
$1,000
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By CompassOpen: 6/3 04:00PM - 05:00PM - By Appt
Listed By CompassOpen: 6/3 04:00PM - 05:00PM - By Appt

Description

Make yourself at home in this renovated 2-bed/2-bath co-op apartment, where comfort and luxury are custom-built into every room. Every bit of Unit 5E’s 1,400 sq ft of interior space is thoughtfully designed to make the optimal use of the generous layout – there’s a place for everything, and still more than enough room to stretch your wings.
As you enter the home, you’re welcomed by the 22’-long, nearly 9’-wide foyer, lined with a deep closet and the first of several handmade built-in Wolf cabinets....Make yourself at home in this renovated 2-bed/2-bath co-op apartment, where comfort and luxury are custom-built into every room. Every bit of Unit 5E’s 1,400 sq ft of interior space is thoughtfully designed to make the optimal use of the generous layout – there’s a place for everything, and still more than enough room to stretch your wings.

As you enter the home, you’re welcomed by the 22’-long, nearly 9’-wide foyer, lined with a deep closet and the first of several handmade built-in Wolf cabinets. The foyer opens up into the sprawling living/dining area, where East-facing windows spill natural light onto parquet floors. Here you’ll find 23’ of Wolf cabinetry, including a decorative fireplace with discrete wall space above the mantel for a large TV. This built-in is enhanced with glass doors, three lighted bookshelves, and a retractable desk. Around the corner are glass French doors leading to the impeccably appointed galley kitchen. The stainless steel appliances are situated within modern white bespoke Wolf cabinetry (including a slide-out pantry) for a bright, clean feeling, while the stone flooring, quartz countertops, and glass tile backsplash bring a touch of earthy warmth. This whole section of the apartment is ideal for entertaining, whether it’s fancy dinner parties or raucous game nights.

On the other side of the apartment are the two spacious bedrooms, each with wide West-facing windows. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet as well as its own custom Wolf built-in and an en-suite bathroom. Adjacent is the second bedroom, with its own exceptionally deep closet. Both full baths are set apart by their Porcelanosa tile walls, and the second bath boasts an oversized walk-in glass shower.

501 East 79th Street is a full-service luxury co-op in the heart of Yorkville on the UES. It’s only three blocks from Carl Schurz Park and the East River. Amenities include a full-time doorman, a live-in super, a landscaped roof deck, a package room, a bike room, and a garage. Electricity and basic cable are included in the maintenance. Pets and pied-a-terres are welcome.

*All photos are virtually staged

Listing Agent

  1. Gail Bomze

    Gail Bomze

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (917)-355-2064

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Amenities

  • Primary Ensuite
  • Full-Time Doorman
  • Roof Deck
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Built-Ins
  • Parquet Floors
  • Elevator
  • Laundry in Building

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2026 02:43 PM

Property Details for 501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E

StatusActive
Days on Market14
Pet PolicyAllowed
Taxes-
Maintenance$2,408 / month
Min. Down Pymt30%
Total Rooms6.0
Property TypeCo-op
MLS Type-
Year Built1961
CountyNew York County
Buyer's Agent Compensation2.5%

Building

501 E 79th St

137 Units20 StoriesBuilt in 1961
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Building Information for 501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E

Building/Complex501 E 79th StFloor5Stories20Residences137Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy Details-Year Built1961Building AgePost-war

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$8,512 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,104

Property Taxes

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Maintenance/Common Charges

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Property History for 501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/20/2026

Listed (Active)

Manual

$1,400,000

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Schools near 501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E

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

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More information about 501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E, Upper East Side

501 East 79th Street, Unit 5E is a co-op for sale in Upper East Side. This property was listed for sale on May 20, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,400,000. 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 5E is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,400 sqft co-op built in 1961.

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