115 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075
OFF MARKET

115 E 79th St
New York, NY 10075

Upper East Side
  • 6 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 6,800 sqft
6 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,800 sqft

Local Information

Map showing home location
© Google
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

LOOKING FOR OUR WHITE KNIGHT!!!Experience the best of all worlds inside and out in a fabulous single family townhouse. Imagine 6,800 square feet of fabulous living space within a 20 X 102 foot slice of Manhattan. The house features high ceilings up to 12 feet. Exclusive residence on East 79th Street, off Park Avenue, 2 blocks from Central Park. Enjoy 4 private outdoor areas: French doors on the entry level open onto a 3 tiered Italianate garden, twice featured in the City Gardens Club of New York City spring tour. A fountain with an antique water-sprouting stone lion's head, wishing well and lush plantings make for a quiet and peaceful atmosphere day or night. 2 private terraces on the 4th and 5th floors for relaxation or star gazing. A private gated entry courtyard as you approach one of the 2 entrances to the house. Built in 1903, this is a completely renovated, meticulously maintained, move-in condition home. All 5 floors, plus a fully finished renovated basement, can be accessed by the elevator or the stairs. 5 full bedrooms and a library offer the option of 6 full bedrooms. 7 wood- burning fireplace add to the luxurious feel that this home warmly presents. Formal and informal dining comes alive through 2 kitchens. The 2nd floor kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry and the highest quality appliances, flows into the formal dining room, while the 1st floor kitchen and casual dining area give direct and easy access to the garden. In addition, the 4 full bathrooms and 1 powder room have high-end finishes and fixtures. The basement is complete with a gym area, 2 washing machines, 2 dryers, and storage areas. Other features include: Perfect building structure: plumbing, electric, windows, floors. 2 zone central air-conditioning, individual below window radiator heating, a humidification system, elevator that services every level (including the cellar floor), copper piping, a sprinkler system and smoke detectors, and a sophisticated alarm and intercom telephone system.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Cooling only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
No Info

Home Details for 115 E 79th St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 5Elevator
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1903Year Updated: 2003
Property Type / Style
Property Type: TownhouseArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Garden

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2043 sqft

Price History for 115 E 79th St

DatePriceEventSource
05/10/2018$16,250,000Sold
StreetEasy #S1255496
06/10/2017$19,440,000PendingAgent Provided
01/05/2017$19,440,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
Skip to last item
  • Results are loading
Skip to first item

Property Tax and Assessment

Year2019
Tax$72,070
Assessment$9,722,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 115 E 79th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
163-165 E 78th St, New York, NY
0.11
Townhouse
$12,700,000
08/07/25
7
6.5
6,157
169 E 79th St, New York, NY
0.09
Townhouse
$12,453,150
07/01/25
4
5
3,500
38 E 73rd St, New York, NY
0.35
Townhouse
$5,250,000
12/30/25
7
6
5,340
54 E 80th St, New York, NY
0.10
Townhouse
$13,700,000
12/10/25
6
7
5,591
163 E 78th St, New York, NY
0.11
Townhouse
$12,700,000
08/01/25
7
6.5
6,157
166 E 64th St, New York, NY
0.79
Townhouse
$8,750,000
07/28/25
5
4.5
6,800
105 E 64th St, New York, NY
0.75
Townhouse
$8,550,000
05/08/26
8
8
6,300
219 E 72nd St, New York, NY
0.40
Townhouse
$4,050,000
04/23/26
4
4
3,200
434 1/2 E 75th St, New York, NY
0.56
Townhouse
$2,500,000
08/08/25
5
5
3,000
417 E 84th St, New York, NY
0.54
Townhouse
$800,000
11/10/25
4
6.5
6,000

Nearby homes

Get a sense of prices in the area by checking nearby homes.
Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Assigned Schools

These are the assigned schools for 115 E 79th St.
View nearby schools on GreatSchools
The GreatSchools Rating compares schools on a variety of school quality indicators including test scores, college readiness, equity and more. Learn more.

Neighborhood Overview

Upper East Side
See Local Highlights
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Upper East Side

At least 1478 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 87 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 42 % Say it's quiet

  • 30 % Say parking is easy

  • 24 % Say there are community events

  • 18 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 16 % Say car is needed

  • 15 % Say there's wildlife

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Lauren
    "It’s fun to see all of the families and kids all around the neighborhood. It’s very family friendly. "
    0
    Flag
  • Susan.michael
    "New york is not for everyone, the neighbourhood I live in is busy, fun and if you know where to go you can find old NY. My favorite place"
    0
    Flag
  • Onadamenko
    "NYC is the most expensive, unreliable, incredibly city. There are many things for everyone's everyday lives. A lots of good schools, playgrounds, after schools activities. A lots of museums, theaters, famous places. "
    0
    Flag
  • Paul M Johnson
    "It fun to be there my home is buy the pantry where I get food supermarket across the street easy access and restaurants all in the area"
    5
    Flag
  • Bjk10022
    "You just have to teach your children how to be SAFE and “mind their own business””!! AND most importantly, make sure they STUDY ALL THE TIME AND CHOOSE SOMETHING THEy love to do!!!"
    1
    Flag
  • Veronika Spektor
    "Walkable , kids friendly , lots of parks and schools around. Lots of dogs and people don’t clean up after them often though "
    1
    Flag
  • Gturitto
    "My neighborhood has changed over the years and there’s less hospitable than it used to be - streets are dirty"
    3
    Flag
  • Michael Sands
    "We have lived in midtown for 20yrs We can walk to work or to movies and dinner out or even a broadway show "
    4
    Flag
  • Susan.michael
    "Good transportation and regular trains and busses but they are getting dirtier and often homeless people are on board the bus or train. It can be very challenging "
    1
    Flag
  • Mjknoff
    "It’s great for dogs and families lots of parks and outdoor spaces. Would highly recommend; great public transit and schools. "
    0
    Flag
  • Ashley Gartner
    "The upper east is like the suburbs in manahattan. It’s perfect for families: great schools, proximity to playgrounds and parks, excellent restaurants, kid entertainment."
    1
    Flag
  • Roblox Gaming
    "It’s hot and filthy. And plenty of homeless. I like it. And parking is easy and cheap plentiful. And the traffic is always great. "
    10
    Flag
  • Veronika Spektor
    "It’s quite “suburbs “ of hectic Manhattan. Very low key , kids friendly and neighborhoody. Beautiful parks from both sides, great schools"
    15
    Flag
  • sls
    "Great area. Lots of parks, restaurants, stores and things to do. Near public transportation and very safe. "
    1
    Flag
  • Abigail Thomson
    "I’m not aware of community events in this area, but we’ve only lived here a year and have a newborn."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I take the subway to Hudson yards. I need to switch subway stops once in Times Square. Sometimes the train is delayed a bit. "
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time. You can walk to Central Park or Carl Schurz Park along the East River and adjacent to Gracie Mansion."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Playgrounds aplenty. Good public as well as many private schools. Safe for kids and lots of activities - 92nd street Y has many classes for kids."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "this is the high life once again trust me you'll love it so much I promise good luck with your search have fun"
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Dogs are more than welcome and it is very dog friendly. I see a lof of dog owners and this is a good neighborhood to own a pet !"
    3
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "There are nice parks and street fairs in the summer. I like the marathon. I also enjoy the proximity to Central Park."
    1
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "friendly neighborhood With great community. very safe and lots of things to do visit and enjoy on a daily basis."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Everything one needs is right there, shops, restaurants, food stores, movie theaters, gyms, Central Park"
    7
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Bars, Gracie Mansion, the MET, and the Guggenheim are in walking distance. Dont forget livijg on the 2nd avenue extension with a timely Q train, with the 4 5 and 6 train on Lexington. Plenty of great eateries, Movies and a CVS for personal health."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Not to bad, I’m traveling from Brooklyn everyday so the commute isn’t to bad and the area is filled with bars and restaurants "
    0
    Flag
  • Christopher, Real estate agent
    "Fine and beautiful houses, and over beautiful things that you can find in the world of the city,, thanks and have a great day................. "
    5
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Several modes of transportation and all within a 5 min walk. You can travel by bus or train and it is super quick to lost parts of the city"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Access to two subway lines and numerous bus routes. Easy commute. It’s also very walkable and in the past I have walked to and from my office."
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "They would like that we have a few dog parks and they’re nice. Dog friendly restaurants and multiple pet shops and doggy daycare places"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Great neighbourhood to be in for travelling to work and anywhere else in the city. Nice restaurants all around and good local stores"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Neighbors are friendly, and reach out to form a community. Perfectly located to access subways and buses, and to get downtown in a hurry. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Very family friendly neighborhood. Many children, pets, great schools, walkable. Restaurants, shopping. Feels safe"
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Dog friendly. Great dog parks and Central Park is real close as well as other green spaces. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "A lot of bars and restaurants, grocery and gym. there’s a lot of shopping stores,there’s a lot of buses and trains that you take and it’s very near in Manhattan. It’s a safe place to walk around even if it’s at night. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "The schools are great, lots of classes and enrichment opportunities for kids in the area. Schools are also very good "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Dog walkers and daycare for dogs. Also, lots of dog owners to socialize and short walk to many parks. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Traditional, old neighborhood, tight knit community groups and established network of community organizers "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Very busy night life on weekends. Calm week nights. You’ll never go hungry, there’s almost too many places to eat. "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "Close to Central Park the 92nd street ymca is great. Lots of restaurants and supermarkets within walking distance "
    0
    Flag
  • Trulia User
    "There are many families here and the Park is only a few blocks away. The park has lots of places for kids"
    0
    Flag

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Apartments for Rent

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Explore by feature

Homes for sale near 115 E 79th St

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Off Market Homes Near 115 E 79th St

Skip to last item
Skip to first item

Homes for rent near 115 E 79th St

Skip to last item
Skip to first item
115 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 6,800 sqft townhouse built in 1903. 115 E 79th St is located in Upper East Side, New York. This property is not currently available for sale. 115 E 79th St was last sold on May 10, 2018 for $16,250,000.