170 East 79th Street #9/10B

Townhouse living in a pre-war co-op

Experience private townhouse living in a distinguished Upper East Side Co-op. This expansive 4-5 bedroom duplex offers stunning open city views and an abundance of natural light, with south-facing exposures overlooking the prime landmarked Lenox Hill Townhouses.

Spanning over 3,000 square feet, this residence features four spacious bedrooms, a library, an eat-in kitchen, a gracious staircase, and generous closet space. It truly offers the comfort of a house in the city, complete with a doorman and a live-in superintendent.

Upon entering the apartment on the 9th floor, you’re welcomed into a private foyer that leads seamlessly into the adjacent living and dining rooms, where oversized windows frame the south-facing views. The cozy library is ideally located, with easy access to the dining room.

The oversized eat-in kitchen is a chef’s dream, equipped with a butler’s pantry and a staff room.

The 10th floor of the duplex is bathed in southern light, with numerous windows throughout and houses the 4 bedrooms. The primary suite offers a private retreat, separate from the other three bedrooms. This floor also boasts abundant closet space and a separate entrance to the apartment for added convenience and privacy.

In a prime Upper East Side location on the cusp of Lenox Hill and Carnegie Hill, 170 East 79th Street provides unparalleled access to renowned museums, boutique shopping and fine dining. This boutique prewar cooperative, designed by esteemed architect J.E.R Carpenter in 1926 offers sought-after amenities such as a doorman (8 am to midnight), a resident live-in superintendent, a landscaped garden, bike storage, and a laundry room. Pets are permitted with Board approval. The cooperative allows up to 70% financing and has a 1.5% flip tax. Storage cage transfers with sale.

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