Last updated on May 17, 2026

239 East 79th Street

The 18-story red-brick apartment house at 239 East 79th Street has an unusual angled entrance with a free-standing stainless steel column. Built in 1957 and converted to a cooperative in 1984, the building offers 206 apartments and various amenities including a 24-hour doorman and garage. Currently, 2 apartments are for sale.

All Apartments For Sale (2)
Recent Sales (28) $970 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (207)

Include In-Contract Listings (4)

Apt. 2M
Quick view: 9 photos

1 bed

1 bath

$765,000 -3.8%

Mar 20, 2026

58 days

Apt. 8A
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2 beds

2 baths

$1,195,000 -2.4%

Oct 9, 2025

220 days

#2M: $765,000 (-3.8%) - 1 bed

in contract

#12P: $1,350,000 - 2 beds

in contract

#6J: $1,300,000 - 2 beds

in contract

#12K: $850,000 - 1 bed

in contract

#4P: $1,395,000 (-5.4%) - 2 beds

#8A: $1,195,000 (-2.4%) - 2 beds

#2M: $765,000 (-3.8%) - 1 bed

#8A: $1,195,000 (-2.4%) - 2 beds

Apt. 8F

2 beds

2 baths

$1,730,000

$1,795,000

Apr 17, 2026

Apt. 13L

2 beds

2 baths

1,100 ft²

$1,337,500 -2.7%

$1,216

$1,375,000

Mar 24, 2026

Apt. 9A

2 beds

2 baths

1,200 ft²

$1,320,000

$1,100

$1,399,000

Mar 19, 2026

Apt. 8L

2 beds

2 baths

1,200 ft²

$350,000

$292

Dec 3, 2025

Apt. 10G

1 bed

1 bath

$895,000

Oct 30, 2025

Apt. 18D

$700,000

Oct 30, 2025

Apt. 12A

2 beds

2 baths

$1,425,000 -1.7%

$1,450,000

Oct 9, 2025

Apt. 3P

2 beds

2 baths

$1,500,000

$1,499,000

Jul 31, 2025

Apt. 18C

1 bed

1 bath

$1,195,000 -7.7%

$1,295,000

Jul 10, 2025

Apt. 16G

1 bed

1.5 baths

$990,000

$900,000

Jun 24, 2025

Apt. 4N

2 beds

2 baths

$1,275,000 +2%

$1,250,000

Jun 16, 2025

Apt. 3H

1 bed

1 bath

$850,000 +3%

$825,000

May 15, 2025

Apt. 5F

2 beds

2 baths

1,500 ft²

$1,695,000

$1,130

$1,695,000

Feb 21, 2025

Apt. 7A

2 beds

2 baths

$1,424,000

$1,485,000

Dec 12, 2024

Apt. 5H

1 bed

1 bath

$677,000 -3.1%

$699,000

Nov 5, 2024

Apt. 8E

1 bed

1 bath

$725,000

Aug 20, 2024

Apt. 3D

Studio

1 bath

$525,000

$499,000

Jun 4, 2024

Apt. 16K

2 beds

2 baths

$1,275,000 -5.6%

$1,350,000

May 30, 2024

Apt. 12C

2 beds

1 bath

$1,470,000

$1,495,000

Mar 19, 2024

Apt. 12H

1 bed

1 bath

$840,056

$825,000

Nov 21, 2023

Apt. 7D

Studio

1 bath

$545,000 -12.2%

$625,000

Nov 16, 2023

Apt. 16F

1 bed

1 bath

850 ft²

$765,000

$900

$795,000

Nov 7, 2023

Apt. 5M

1 bed

1 bath

$655,000 -8.4%

$715,000

Apr 6, 2023

Apt. 7J

2 beds

2 baths

1,100 ft²

$1,300,000 -1.9%

$1,182

$1,325,000

Feb 23, 2023

Apt. 16A

2 beds

2 baths

$1,175,000 -13%

$1,350,000

Jan 26, 2023

Apt. 3M

1 bed

1 bath

$695,000

Aug 18, 2022

Apt. 16B

2 beds

2 baths

$1,625,000

Aug 1, 2022

Apt. 4M

1 bed

1 bath

$750,000

Jul 25, 2022

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Overview of 239 East 79th Street

Built in 1957 and converted to a co-op in 1984, 239 East 79th Street is an 18 story red-brick building with 206 apartments designed by Maxon, Sells & Ficke, the same firm behind 32 Gramercy Park South. The building stands out from its contemporaries with an unusual angled entrance featuring a freestanding stainless steel column set within a polished black granite surround. The structure has a one story limestone base, a central courtyard, and consistent fenestration, though it shows some age with protruding air conditioners and masonry patches.

Apartments throughout the building commonly feature wood or parquet floors, through the wall air conditioning, and generous closet space, with many units offering custom built ins and crown moldings. Two bedroom layouts are prevalent, often including two full bathrooms, windowed kitchens, and dining alcoves that can be converted into third bedrooms or home offices. Corner units provide particularly bright exposures, and many apartments have been renovated with modern kitchens featuring stainless steel appliances and stone countertops. Washer/dryer installation is permitted with board approval, and some units already have in-unit laundry.

The building offers full service amenities including a 24 hour doorman, live-in superintendent, landscaped roof deck with lounge and dining areas, bike storage, laundry room, and an on-site parking garage with direct building access from the basement. The lobby and hallways have been recently renovated. Notably, the cooperative has strong financials with a large reserve fund, stable maintenance costs, and no flip tax. The building is pet friendly and permits up to 75% financing, co-purchases, and pied-à-terre ownership, with subletting allowed subject to board approval.

Located at Second Avenue on the Upper East Side, the building offers convenient access to the 4, 5, 6, and Q subway lines, with numerous restaurants, markets, and parks within walking distance. The central location provides easy access to both Central Park and East River green spaces while maintaining the residential character of a tree lined Upper East Side block.

Doorman

Full Time

Type

Co-op

Year Built

1957

Apartments

207 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Allowed

Neighborhood

Yorkville (Manhattan)

Min Down

25%

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Amenities

Concierge
FT Doorman
High-Rise
Post War
Full Service Garage
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator
Rooftop Terrace
On-Site Parking
Bike Room
Live-In Superintendent
Terraces / Balconies

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at Lexington Ave 0.25 miles

at Lexington Ave 0.39 miles

Pros & Cons

24-hour doorman
Good cross-town bus service
Consistent fenestration
Good neighborhood shopping
Convenient to many restaurants
Canopied inset entrance with stainless steel column
Garage
Close to Subway
Beautiful furnished roof deck
Pet-friendly building
Live-in resident manager
No flip tax
Private terraces available in some units
Washer/dryer allowed with approval

Protruding and discrete air-conditioners
Patchy masonry
Some terraces
No health club
Some units require updating

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

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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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Price/Room (Est)

Why are we displaying the estimated price per room?

For some co-ops, instead of price per square foot, we use an estimate of the number of rooms for each sold apartment to chart price changes over time. This is because many co-op listings do not include square footage information, and this makes it challenging to calculate accurate square-foot averages.

By displaying the price per estimated room count, we are able to provide a more reliable and consistent metric for comparing sales in the building. While we hope that this gives you a clearer sense of price trends in the building, all data should be independently verified. All data provided are only estimates and should not be used to make any purchase or sale decision.

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