240 E 79th St #8A, New York, NY 10075
SOLD
MAR 24, 2026

240 E 79th St #8A
New York, NY 10075

Upper East Side
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,150 sqft

$1,220,000

Last Sold: Mar 24, 2026
2% below list $1.25M
$1,061/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,892/mo*
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$1,220,000

Last Sold: Mar 24, 2026
2% below list $1.25M
$1,061/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $6,892/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,150 sqft

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Description

Glorious and Charming Prewar 2Bd/2Bth EIK!

Sunny, mint and spacious 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms in a beautiful full-service doorman boutique building. This wonderful home features tons of custom closet space and one of the largest bouble windowed eat in chef's kitchen you have ever seen. Featuring Subzero, Bosch, Bertazzoni, custom cabinetry and long sweeps of stone countertops The spacious living room easily accommodates dining and has an elegant built-in bookcase housing some surprises. Both bedrooms are full sized and there is a charming foyer that can be used for dining or a formal entry way.This apartment has already been outfitted with Central Air (!!!!!) and you may install a washer /dryer if you wish.

This lovely intimate prewar building has only 4 apartments per floor and a common garden where you can grill read and entertain company. There is private storage, central laundry facilities and a bike room.
Pied-a-terre welcome, pet friendly.

Located in the midst of great restaurants, gourmet food shopping, and Central Park a stone's throw away! Conveniently located by the 6 or Q trains and the 79th Street Crosstown bus.
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. This description is from March 28, 2026
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Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
No Info
HOA
$2,827/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$1,061/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 240 E 79th St #8A

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1150 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Inside
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Has a ViewView: City
Security
Security: Doorman, Full-Time Doorman

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Coop

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,249,000Price Per Sqft: $1,061/sqft

Location

Direction & Address
City: ManhattanCommunity: Lenox Hill

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1150 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Doorman, Full Time Doorman

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: MaintenanceHas an HOAHOA Fee: $2,827/Monthly

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Resale

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: S1793989Listing Url

Additional Information

DoormanHOA Amenities: Laundry,Elevator(s)STREETEASY Property ID: 11792844STREETEASY Building ID: 25964
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Fern Hammond
Brown Harris Stevens
Source: StreetEasy, MLS#S1793989

Price History for 240 E 79th St #8A

DatePriceEventSource
03/24/2026$1,220,000Sold
StreetEasy #S1793989
12/15/2025$1,249,000ContingentStreetEasy #S1793989
10/03/2025$1,249,000Listed For SaleStreetEasy #S1793989

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

Year2018
Tax$741,965
Assessment$15,954,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$6,533/mo
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Comparable Sales for 240 E 79th St #8A

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
239 E 79th St #6J, New York, NY
0.03
Coop
$1,400,000
06/12/26
2
2
1,150
239 E 79th St #4P, New York, NY
0.03
Coop
$1,350,000
06/10/26
2
2
1,300
170 E 78th St #7E, New York, NY
0.14
Coop
$1,400,000
09/08/25
2
2
1,450
150 E 77th St #3D, New York, NY
0.19
Coop
$1,267,500
12/30/25
2
2
1,400
243 E 77th St #4B, New York, NY
0.07
Coop
$870,000
07/15/25
2
1.5
785
370 E 76th St #A801, New York, NY
0.20
Coop
$1,600,000
03/13/26
2
2
1,300
229 E 79th St #7C, Manhattan, NY
0.04
Coop
$1,075,000
03/20/26
2
1
1,000
239 E 79th St #16G, New York, NY
0.03
Coop
$990,000
06/24/25
1
1.5
1,055

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  • 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

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240 E 79th St #8A, New York, NY 10075 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,150 sqft coop built in 1929. 240 E 79th St #8A is located in Upper East Side, New York. This property is not currently available for sale. 240 E 79th St #8A was last sold on Mar 24, 2026 for $1,220,000 (2% lower than the asking price of $1,249,000).