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The Gregory House, 440 East 79th Street, #5D

$3,895,000 | 4 beds, 3.5 baths
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46 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: Mar 13, 2024
    Days on Market: 46
    Building Type: Cooperative
    Neighborhood: Lenox Hill (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
Monthly Maintenance: $6,729
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $20,166
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $26,895
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 25% ($973,750), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Location: Situated in the heart of the Upper East Side in the Lenox Hill neighborhood, this property is conveniently located near Carl Schurz Park, the East River Promenade, fine dining establishments, and public transportation. It's also close to the southbound entrance to the FDR Drive and cross-town buses on 79th Street, with good neighborhood shopping and many restaurants nearby.
  • Spacious and Elegant Interior: This meticulously designed 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom apartment spans over 3,000 square feet, blending modern aesthetics with classic charm. It features expansive open living spaces with hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and oversized windows, two spacious living rooms, multiple dining areas, and a unique mud/laundry room.
  • Gourmet Kitchen: The apartment boasts a gourmet chef’s kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, and abundant storage space.
  • Private and Luxurious Bedrooms: The property includes a private wing with three generously proportioned bedrooms and two full marble baths. The luxurious master suite comes with a large marble en-suite bathroom, private study, and dressing area.
  • Building Amenities and Policies: The building offers a magnificent roof deck, gym, parking garage, full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, central laundry room, bike room, and storage room. It's a pet-friendly building with flexible ownership policies, including co-purchasing, guarantors, and pied-à-terres, and no flip tax.
  • Additional Features: The building also has a garage, health club, and an attractive lobby, adding to the convenience and luxury of living in this property.

Description

Located in the heart of the Upper East Side, this meticulously designed, mint condition apartment in an elegant Upper East Side cooperative, offers a rare blend of spacious luxury and suburban comfort with the conveniences and amenities of New York living at its best. As you step into this exquisite 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom sanctuary spanning over 3,000 square feet, you immediately feel at home. A seamless fusion of modern aesthetics and classic charm creates an inviting atmosphere that resonates throughout every corner of this wonderful residence. The expansive open living spaces have hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and oversized windows that flood the interior with natural light and offer charming tree lined views of 79th Street. Two spacious living rooms and multiple dining areas provide ideal settings for hosting both soirées and intimate gatherings, and a formal dining area with an adjacent wet bar sets the stage for unforgettable dining experiences.

The gourmet chef’s kitchen features two sinks and two dishwashers, top-of-the-line appliances, custom cabinetry, stunning countertops, and abundant storage space, providing the perfect backdrop for culinary creativity. While these spaces are open and inviting, the thoughtful layout contains a private wing as well. Off the private hall are three generously proportioned bedrooms and two full marble baths. Retreat to the luxurious master suite, a haven of serenity and comfort, complete with a large marble en-suite bathroom featuring dual sinks, and an enormous shower as well as a private study and dressing area.

This apartment has an unusual amount of closet space throughout, with a unique mud/laundry room containing a large sink, and ample storage area. Beyond the confines of this exquisite residence, 440 East 79th Street offers a wealth of amenities to enhance your lifestyle. From the magnificent roof deck boasting panoramic river and city views to the soon-to-be-upgraded gym and convenient parking garage, every need is effortlessly met. Additional features include a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, central laundry room, bike room, and storage room—ensuring the utmost in comfort and convenience. Conveniently located near Carl Schurz Park and the East River Promenade, Agata & Valentina and many fine dining establishments, and public transportation, including the 4, 5, 6, and Q subway lines—this exceptional residence offers the perfect blend of vibrancy and tranquility.

The building has pet-friendly policies and flexible ownership policies, including co-purchasing, guarantors, and pied-à-terres. Up to 75% financing permitted. And if all this wasn’t enough, there is no flip tax! Schedule your private viewing of Residence 5D today.

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Listing courtesy of Compass

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About The Gregory House, 440 East 79th Street

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The Gregory House, 440 East 79th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 60, 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

15
Out of 44
+
24
Out of 36
+
13
Out of 39
+
8
=
60
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Unattractive 3 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
None 2 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:
Not Visible 0 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Partially Visible 1 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Enclosed 1 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Allowed and Present 0 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
No 0 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Exists 1 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:
Less than 20 blocks 4 out of 5 points
Views:
Unexciting 1 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Bland 1 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Some 2 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Many 2 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:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
Less than 3 Short Blocks 2 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:
10-15 1 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 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:
Yes 1 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:
Yes 1 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

Building Amenities

  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Full Service Garage
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Elevator
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • On-Site Parking

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Pros
  • Doorman
  • Garage
  • Health club
  • One long block away from southbound entrance to the FDR Drive
  • Cross-town buses on 79th Street
  • Many restaurants not far away to the south and west
  • Good neighborhood shopping
  • Attractive lobby
Cons
  • Not many good views
  • Block not as elegant as those to west on 79th Street
  • Few balconies
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