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

21 E 79th St
New York, NY 10075

Upper East Side
  • 2 Beds
  • 5 Baths
2 Beds
5 Baths

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Description

This extremely rare and glamourous Penthouse Duplex is perched high atop a most distinguished white-glove prewar cooperative and ideally situated just off of Fifth Avenue. The delightful residence boasts dramatic views of Central Park and is open, airy and flooded with sunlight from every room. Featuring multiple planted terraces, the penthouse is ideal for grand and gracious indoor-outdoor entertaining.A private elevator landing opens directly to a charming gallery and beyond to the immensely grand corner Living Room with soaring 11.5 foot highceilings, a wood-burning fireplace and absolutely stunning views of Central Park and the Southern skyline. Tall French doors flood the room with sunlight and allow access to the expansive Terrace. A beautifully proportioned Dining Room is adjacent and has access to the terrace as well. Located beyond is the Kitchen with more stunning views towards the Park. Beyond, a Laundry Area and Staff Room with ensuite bath are conveniently located.The expansive Master Bedroom Suite is extremely gracious and includes two large Bathrooms and Dressing Areas, as well as access to another large planted terrace with open Northern city views. Upstairs, is a large Library or Second Bedroom with ensuite bathroom and access to another large terrace. Additionally, there is a double Staff Room with Bath located on the Third Floor.Erected in 1930, 21 East 79th Street is a full service cooperative which was designed by the great Emery Roth in collaboration with the renowned firm of McKim, Mead and White. This one of a kind New York residence with dazzling views is truly a trophy Penthouse and is ready to be re-imagined by your architect and designer.
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Home Details for 21 E 79th St

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Coop

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Elevator

Community

Units in Building: 12

Additional Information

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Price History for 21 E 79th St

DatePriceEventSource
12/06/2019$8,750,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/08/2019$8,750,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/23/2019$10,000,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Upper East Side

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.27M
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
97.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.34K
$13MoM
Available listings
1208
5MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2017
Tax
Assessment$10,481,000
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Comparable Sales for 21 E 79th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
969 5th Ave #5/6, New York, NY
0.09
Coop
$13,000,000
05/22/26
3
4.5
-
16 E 80th St, New York, NY
0.02
Coop
$3,100,000
12/05/25
3
4
-
969 5th Ave #14, New York, NY
0.09
Coop
$4,150,000
05/27/26
2
2.5
-
965 5th Ave #11B, New York, NY
0.10
Coop
$3,975,000
08/12/25
2
2.5
2,000
980 5th Ave #6A, New York, NY
0.07
Coop
$5,175,000
07/31/25
3
4
-
980 5th Ave #11B, New York, NY
0.07
Coop
$5,250,000
12/08/25
3
3.5
2,570
980 5th Ave #11B, New York, NY
0.07
Coop
$5,250,000
12/03/25
3
3.5
2,590
910 Park Ave #4N, New York, NY
0.12
Coop
$3,350,000
05/29/26
2
3
-
9 E 79th St #6/7, New York, NY
0.03
Coop
$10,500,000
08/20/25
4
5.5
4,000
1001 5th Ave #9C, Manhattan, NY
0.13
Coop
$2,630,000
11/03/25
2
2.5
-

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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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    "It’s fun to see all of the families and kids all around the neighborhood. It’s very family friendly. "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Dog walkers and daycare for dogs. Also, lots of dog owners to socialize and short walk to many parks. "
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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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21 E 79th St, New York, NY 10075 is a 2 bedroom, 5 bathroom coop in Upper East Side, built in 1930. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $22,071/month.