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124 East 79th Street
Last updated on Nov 28, 2025

The Belgravia,
124 East 79th Street

This 20-story condominium building, erected in 1985 on the Upper East Side, was one of the first medium-sized luxury residential buildings of its kind in the area. Designed by Gruzen & Partners, the Belgravia features a red-brick exterior with setbacks, angled bay windows, and a mix of rough-hewn and polished granite at its base.

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Overview of The Belgravia at 124 East 79th Street

The Belgravia, built in 1985 and designed by Gruzen & Partners, is a 20-story, 66-unit condominium located at 124 East 79th Street between Park and Lexington Avenues. The building represents an early example of context-sensitive luxury residential architecture that emerged on the Upper East Side in the 1980s, featuring a distinctive red-brick exterior with setbacks, angled corner bay windows, and an elegant base combining rough-hewn and polished granite with modern Oriental-style design elements.

This full-service building offers residents a comprehensive suite of amenities including 24-hour doorman and concierge services, a private fitness center, a beautifully landscaped Japanese garden, resident lounge, and bike storage. The property maintains a high standard of service with a dedicated staff including porters and a resident manager.

Situated in a prime Upper East Side location, The Belgravia provides convenient access to Central Park, Madison Avenue shopping, museums, and fine dining establishments. The building's position offers excellent transportation options, including nearby subway access at 77th Street and Lexington Avenue and cross-town bus service, making it an ideally situated residence for Manhattan living.

Doorman
Full Time
Type
Condo
Year Built
1985
Apartments
Floors
20
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
10%

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • High-Rise
  • Post War
  • Resident Storage
  • Full Service Garage
  • Garden
  • Health Club
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies
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at Lexington Ave 0.09 miles
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at Lexington Ave 0.38 miles

Pros & Cons

  • Many corner bay windows
  • Good central Upper East Side location
  • Not far from major museums
  • Convenient to many boutiques and restaurants
  • Concierge
  • Handsome entrance
  • Health club
  • Convenient cross-town bus service
  • Consistent fenestration
  • Subway station is three blocks away
  • No garage
  • No pool
  • No sidewalk landscaping

CityRealty Rating

22
/44
Architecture
+
23
/36
Location
+
14
/39
Features
+
7
Editor’s Points
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66
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  • How is the CityRealty Rating calculated?

    Architecture
    • 30+ remarkable
    • 20-29 distinguished
    • 11-19 average
    • < 11 below average
    Location
    • 27+ remarkable
    • 18-26 distinguished
    • 9-17 average
    • < 9 below average
    Features
    • 22+ remarkable
    • 16-21 distinguished
    • 9-15 average
    • < 9 below average

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