12 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075
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  • 8 Beds
  • 10 Baths
  • 16,200 sqft

12 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075

Upper East Side

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
49 E 80th St, New York, NY
0.11
Single-Family Home
$14,995,000
06/08/26
7
6.5
9,193
48 E 81st St, New York, NY
0.14
Single-Family Home
$16,750,000
11/05/25
6
8
7,400
48 E 81st St #TOWNHOUSE, New York, NY
0.14
Single-Family Home
$16,750,000
10/29/25
6
8
7,400
18 E 71st St, New York, NY
0.41
Single-Family Home
$28,000,000
11/14/25
7
10.5
13,000
36 70th St #TOWNHOUSE, New York, NY
0.45
Single-Family Home
$20,720,000
08/24/26
8
7.5
12,500
61 E 80th St, New York, NY
0.13
Single-Family Home
$18,150,000
02/05/26
4
5
9,000
156 E 78th St, New York, NY
0.26
Single-Family Home
$10,500,000
12/26/25
5
7.5
5,881
22 E 78th St, New York, NY
0.05
Single-Family Home
$10,450,000
01/06/26
4
5
5,500
171 E 73rd St, New York, NY
0.39
Single-Family Home
$12,112,500
09/11/25
6
7
7,100
10 E 67th St, New York, NY
0.61
Single-Family Home
$36,000,000
10/24/25
7
12.5
13,017

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7 E 78th St #1, New York, NY 10075
0.02
$1,608,900
1
2
1,500
Off Market
5 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075
0.02
$12,908,000
7
-
-
Off Market
3 E 78th St #PENTHOUSE, New York, NY 10075
0.03
$4,226,900
2
2.5
1,650
Off Market
4 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075
0.02
$68,000,000
6
9
19,050
For Sale
2 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075
0.05
$6,238,800
3
1.5
2,500
Off Market
40 E 78th St #7A, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$1,150,000
Studio
1
709
For Sale
40 E 78th St #10B, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$2,550,000
2
2
1,250
For Sale
40 E 78th St #8C, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$1,797,700
2
2
1,230
Off Market
40 E 78th St #15D, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$3,950,000
3
2
1,577
Recently Sold
40 E 78th St #5E, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$2,995,000
2
2
1,300
Recently Sold
40 E 78th St #4F, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$2,617,600
3
2
-
Off Market
40 E 78th St #5F, New York, NY 10075
0.07
$2,575,000
2
2
1,295
Recently Sold

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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1910
16,200 sqft

About this House

This outstanding townhouse is located steps from Fifth Avenue on Manhattans Upper East Side, close to Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Situated on the south side of East 79th Street, Manhattans most magnificent double-wide boulevard, this mansion is one of ten extraordinary residences in a row forming a uniform ensemble uninterrupted by taller buildings. Reminiscent of the great residential enclaves of London and Paris the street is flooded with sunlight and offers urban vistas unlike any other street on the Upper East Side. Other prominent neighboring residences were designed by noted New York architects including C. P. H. Gilbert and McKim, Mead and White.Harvey Murdock built this stately 28 ft. wide neo-Georgian style mansion in 1903 together with 14 East 79th Street as a pair for Miss Mary Ogden and her brother Charles. Designed by the architectural firm Little and Browne who created the residence of Henry Clay Frick near Boston, the house was originally a five-story limestone and Roman brick residence. Two additional stories were added in 1960, set back from the original faade and articulated by three dormer windows in a steeply sloping roof, and a buff brick wall above. The original faade is accentuated with a three story bowed bay, and an elevated formal entrance portico supported on Ionic columns. An iron fence encloses a private forecourt leading to a secondary entrance on the lower level. The house currently has 7 stories plus a full cellar, roughly 16,200 S.F. of area, and an elevator serving all floors. There is a spacious roof with spectacular park and city views. Many exquisite original architectural details remain, including wood paneling, plaster moldings, hardwood floors, and numerous fireplaces. The house retains much of its original configuration of grand salons, and represents a rare opportunity to restore the home to its original single-family configuration. Taxes are $0 (current owner is tax - exempt).
12 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075 is a 8 bedroom, 10 bathroom, 16,200 sqft single-family home in Upper East Side, built in 1910. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 12 E 79th St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 5, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$38,500,000
Jan 23, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$48,500,000
Sep 29, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$48,500,000
Price decreased by 5%
Jul 15, 2014
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$51,000,000

Market trends in Upper East Side

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.32M
$88.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.2%
Price per sq ft
$1.31K
$13MoM
Available listings
1016
161MoM

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What Locals Say about Upper East Side

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  • 94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 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

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  • Lauren
    "It’s fun to see all of the families and kids all around the neighborhood. It’s very family friendly. "
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    "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"
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    "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. "
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  • 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"
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    "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!!!"
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  • Veronika Spektor
    "Walkable , kids friendly , lots of parks and schools around. Lots of dogs and people don’t clean up after them often though "
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    "My neighborhood has changed over the years and there’s less hospitable than it used to be - streets are dirty"
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  • 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 "
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  • 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 "
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  • Mjknoff
    "It’s great for dogs and families lots of parks and outdoor spaces. Would highly recommend; great public transit and schools. "
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  • 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."
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  • 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. "
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  • Veronika Spektor
    "It’s quite “suburbs “ of hectic Manhattan. Very low key , kids friendly and neighborhoody. Beautiful parks from both sides, great schools"
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  • sls
    "Great area. Lots of parks, restaurants, stores and things to do. Near public transportation and very safe. "
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  • Abigail Thomson
    "I’m not aware of community events in this area, but we’ve only lived here a year and have a newborn."
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    "I take the subway to Hudson yards. I need to switch subway stops once in Times Square. Sometimes the train is delayed a bit. "
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    "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."
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  • 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."
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    "this is the high life once again trust me you'll love it so much I promise good luck with your search have fun"
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    "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 !"
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    "There are nice parks and street fairs in the summer. I like the marathon. I also enjoy the proximity to Central Park."
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    "friendly neighborhood With great community. very safe and lots of things to do visit and enjoy on a daily basis."
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    "Everything one needs is right there, shops, restaurants, food stores, movie theaters, gyms, Central Park"
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    "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."
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    "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 "
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    "Fine and beautiful houses, and over beautiful things that you can find in the world of the city,, thanks and have a great day................. "
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  • 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"
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    "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."
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    "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"
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    "Great neighbourhood to be in for travelling to work and anywhere else in the city. Nice restaurants all around and good local stores"
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    "Neighbors are friendly, and reach out to form a community. Perfectly located to access subways and buses, and to get downtown in a hurry. "
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    "Very family friendly neighborhood. Many children, pets, great schools, walkable. Restaurants, shopping. Feels safe"
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    "Dog friendly. Great dog parks and Central Park is real close as well as other green spaces. "
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    "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. "
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    "The schools are great, lots of classes and enrichment opportunities for kids in the area. Schools are also very good "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog walkers and daycare for dogs. Also, lots of dog owners to socialize and short walk to many parks. "
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    "Traditional, old neighborhood, tight knit community groups and established network of community organizers "
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    "Very busy night life on weekends. Calm week nights. You’ll never go hungry, there’s almost too many places to eat. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Close to Central Park the 92nd street ymca is great. Lots of restaurants and supermarkets within walking distance "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are many families here and the Park is only a few blocks away. The park has lots of places for kids"
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Frequently asked questions about 12 E 79th St

  • Is New York a buyer's or seller's market?
    New York is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in New York?
    The median sale price in New York is $1.32M. That is up $88.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Upper East Side neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Upper East Side neighborhood in New York, NY as walkable to grocery stores, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in Upper East Side, New York.
  • What are the closest schools to 12 E 79th St?
    The closest schools to 12 E 79th St in New York, NY are Eleanor Roosevelt High School (rated 9/10), Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner (Middle, rated 8/10), Ps 6 Lillie D Blake (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 10/10).
  • Does 12 E 79th St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 12 E 79th St in New York, NY has air conditioning.

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