7 days on Market

Currently for sale for $1,695,000 ($1,366 / ft²)

Pricing History

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Description

Exquisite, Newly Renovated Corner Unit with City and River Views

Experience luxury living in this meticulously renovated, sun-drenched corner apartment on a high floor. This stunning 2-bedroom apartment boasts river and city views, offering an unparalleled urban oasis.

Every detail of this home has been carefully curated, from the brand-new wide plank hardwood floors to the custom built-ins and modern air conditioning units. The open, windowed chef’s kitchen is a culinary dream, featuring top-of-the-line Sub-Zero and Miele appliances, exquisite marble countertops, and custom cabinetry.

The apartment's design ensures optimum privacy with split bedrooms.

The primary suite is a haven of tranquility, complete with custom storage solutions and an en-suite bathroom. The spacious second bedroom offers eastward river views.

Additional highlights include walk-in closets, crown moldings, and new windows that flood the home with natural light. With east and north exposures, this corner unit is a rare gem, providing an exquisite blend of style, comfort, and elegance.

If you're looking for a great return on investment, 15A offers low monthly fees.

This makes it possible to generate over a 3% ROI and makes this a solid investment opportunity in the Upper East Side.

Gregory Towers features a full-time doorman, a live-in resident manager, and full-time porters throughout the day. It is located in the heart of Yorkville, with easy access to cross-town buses and the north and south routes, and the Q and 6 trains are nearby.

The building offers a parking garage, a laundry room, and bike storage—all with unusually low monthly fees.

Nearby neighborhood staples include Carl Shurz, John Jay Parks, The East River Esplanade, and the East River Ferry. Grocers abound in the neighborhood, with options such as Agata & Valentina, Morton Williams, D’Agostino, and Eli Zabar.

Restaurant options include Yefsi, Salvos, Le Moulin Cafe, The Mansion, and all your favorites along Second Avenue.

LL 11 Assessment of $317/month through November 2025.

About Gregory Towers, 460 East 79th Street

Gregory Towers, 460 East 79th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 46, based on:

Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

Out of 44

Out of 36

Out of 39

Out of 119

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:

Attractive 4 out of 8 points

Retail Quality:

Good 3 out of 5 points

Canopy Entrance:

Attractive 2 out of 3 points

Alterations:

None 2 out of 2 points

Plaza Or Atrium:

None 0 out of 3 points

Contextual Design:

No, but OK 1 out of 3 points

Skyline:

Exists 1 out of 2 points

Local Visibility:

Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points

Watertank:

Enclosed 1 out of 2 points

Airconditioners:

Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points

Free Standing:

Corner 1 out of 2 points

Gargoyles:

None 0 out of 2 points

Garden:

None 0 out of 2 points

Fenestration:

Consistent 1 out of 1 points

Landmark:

No 0 out of 2 points

Unity:

Unified Design 1 out of 1 points

Illumination:

None 0 out of 1 points

Water Element:

None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:

Average Mix 2 out of 5 points

Distance To Neighborhood Center:

More than 50 blocks 0 out of 5 points

Views:

Open 2 out of 4 points

Neighborhood Ambience:

Bland 1 out of 3 points

Traffic Noise:

Some 2 out of 3 points

Protected Views:

Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Subway:

More than 5 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Firedepartment Noise:

No Noise 2 out of 2 points

Distance To Supermarket:

3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Distance To Park:

More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points

Distance To Water:

3-6 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points

Shopping:

5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points

Schools:

No Noise 1 out of 1 points

Noise From Nightlife:

None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:

Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points

Units Per Floor:

5-9 2 out of 5 points

Ceiling:

8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points

Balconies:

Some 1 out of 3 points

Health Club:

None 0 out of 2 points

Private Gardens:

None 0 out of 2 points

Storage Rooms:

Minimal 1 out of 2 points

Bay Windows:

Some 1 out of 1 points

Fireplaces:

None 0 out of 1 points

Door Person:

Yes 1 out of 1 points

Concierge:

None 0 out of 1 points

Elevator Person:

None 0 out of 1 points

Recreational Roof:

None 0 out of 1 points

Driveway:

None 0 out of 1 points

Maids Room:

None 0 out of 1 points

Catering:

None 0 out of 1 points

Garage:

None 0 out of 1 points

Mixed Use:

No 0 out of 1 points

Non Rectilinear Form:

No 0 out of 1 points

Unusual Layouts:

No 0 out of 1 points

Prewar:

No 0 out of 1 points

Other Amenities:

Some 1 out of 2 points

Condo
Built in 1960
122 Apartments
20 Floors

Building Amenities

Conversion Year: 1987
FT Doorman
Full Service Garage
Elevator
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent

About this Building

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