155 East 79th Street

Overview of 155 East 79th Street

155 East 79th Street is a 14-story boutique condominium featuring just seven duplex units that opened in 2016. Developed by Anbau Enterprises, the building was designed by BKSK Architects with interiors by Andrew Sheinman of Pembroke & Ives. The elegant limestone and brick façade features a two story rusticated stone base, multiple balconies throughout the upper floors, and a wood paneled lobby. The site has an interesting history, originally housing a Schrafft's restaurant before being transformed into this luxury residential building.

Each duplex residence spans entire floors and offers exceptional scale, with living rooms featuring 10 foot plus ceilings and bedrooms with 9 foot plus ceilings. The apartments have premium finishes including white oak plank flooring, wood burning fireplaces, and dramatic glass staircases connecting the levels. Kitchens are outfitted with high end appliances from Miele and Gaggenau, custom walnut cabinetry, and distinctive materials like Blue de Savoie marble floors and Vetro Bianco glass counters. Several units feature substantial private outdoor space, including one duplex with a 968 square foot landscaped garden complete with an outdoor kitchen.

The building's most impressive residence is a penthouse spanning four floors with a 91-foot-long roof terrace on the 11th floor. Units throughout the building incorporate sophisticated technology including Lutron lighting systems, automated shades, and private elevators serving individual residences. Some apartments have been designed by the renowned firm Meyer Davis, creating refined interiors that have been featured in design publications.

Building amenities include a 24-hour doorman, fitness center, private storage for each residence, and bicycle storage. The prime Upper East Side location between Lexington and Third Avenues provides easy access to Central Park, Museum Mile, and the neighborhood's renowned shopping and dining, with excellent public transportation connections throughout the city.