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301 East 79th Street
Last updated on Feb 9, 2026

Continental Towers,
301 East 79th Street

This 36-story apartment building, erected in 1975 and converted to a condominium in 1986, has its main axis along the cross-street, offering excellent views to many residents. The building features 532 apartments, mostly one-bedroom units, with amenities including a doorman, concierge service, gym, and roof deck, located in a lively section of the Upper East Side. Currently, 3 apartments are for sale and 2 for rent.

301 East 79th Street Location Map
  • All Apartments For Sale (3) $1,450 Avg. price/ft2
  • For Rent (2) $90 Avg. price/ft2
  • Recent Sales (60) $1,364 Avg. price/ft2
  • All Units in Building (532)
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Overview of Continental Towers at 301 East 79th Street

Continental Towers, erected in 1975 at 301 East 79th Street, is a distinctive 36-story luxury condominium building that stands out for its unusual orientation with its main axis along the cross-street rather than the avenue. The building, which was converted to condominiums in 1986, contains 532 apartments, with 462 being one-bedroom units. Its architectural design features a beige-brick façade punctuated by dark-railed balconies in a staccato rhythm, with five columns of balconies on the cross-street and one on the avenue.

The building's entrance is characterized by a one-and-a-half-story-high lobby featuring a large chandelier, with the entrance set back in a plaza on 79th Street. The entrance is notably adorned with polished red granite under a large marquee, and the street frontage includes decorative wall lanterns and planters along 79th Street.

Residents enjoy a comprehensive suite of amenities including 24-hour doorman and concierge service, a live-in superintendent, fitness center, bike storage, central laundry facilities, on-site parking, and a landscaped roof deck with garden. The building's location on the Upper East Side provides convenient access to multiple transportation options including the 77th Street 6 train and 72nd Street Q train, as well as proximity to numerous restaurants, shops, and parks including Central Park, John Jay Park, and Carl Schurz Park.

Doorman
Full Time
Type
Condo
Year Built
1975
Converted: 1986
Apartments
Floors
36
Pets: Allowed
Neighborhood
Min Down
10%

Amenities

  • Concierge
  • FT Doorman
  • Resident Storage
  • Garden
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Fitness Center
  • On-Site Parking
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies
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at Lexington Ave 0.30 miles
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Pros & Cons

  • Balconies
  • Landscaped roof deck and garden with panoramic views
  • Spacious lobby
  • Good views from many apartments
  • Near 77th St 6 train and 72nd St Q train, plus crosstown buses
  • Comprehensive amenities including 24/7 doorman, concierge, and live-in super
  • Pet-friendly building
  • In-unit washer/dryer allowed with board approval
  • Many apartments
  • Busy intersection
  • Conventional layouts

CityRealty Rating

24
/44
Architecture
+
22
/36
Location
+
12
/39
Features
+
5
Editor’s Points
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63
CITYREALTY
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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

Broker & Buyer Comments

This "impeccably maintained" post-war luxury condo offers "exceptional service" with its 24-hour doorman and professional staff. "Perfectly positioned" at 79th and Second Avenue, Continental Towers boasts "tremendous" accessibility to UES dining, shopping, and parks. The "spotlessly clean" building features desirable amenities including a roof deck, garage, and well-maintained common areas. Residents praise the "professional management" and "outstanding maintenance," while appreciating the building's competitive common charges. The "prime location" provides easy access to Central Park, John Jay Park, and public transportation, making it a "standout choice" for Upper East Side living.

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