440 East 79th Street, Unit 12I

For Sale
$465,000
Studio · 1 Bath · Upper East Side

Key Details

Price
$465,000
Beds
Studio
Baths
1
Sq Ft
Total Rooms
2
Property Type
Coop
Condition
Good
Unit
12I
Floor
12
Status
For Sale

Description

Apartment 12I presents a rare opportunity to create your own vision in a high-floor, south-facing studio with sweeping open views. Sunlight pours in throughout the day, while the evening skyline provides a dramatic city backdrop. The layout is both efficient and versatile, easily accommodating separate living and sleeping areas with space for a dedicated home office. The galley-style kitchen is neatly positioned off the main living space. A defined dressing area leads into the bathroom, adding functionality and separation. Original parquet floors run throughout, bringing classic character to the home. With excellent light, compelling views, and a flexible floor plan, 12I is a strong opportunity for anyone seeking to renovate and customize in a prime Upper East Side setting.

440 East 79th Street is a desirable Upper East Side co-op building located on 79th Street between 1st Avenue and York Avenue. The building offers a warm and friendly environment with one of the most attentive doormen and building staff in the area and live in superintendent. The buildings amenities include the newly reimagined and renovated rooftop deck and garden which is surely one of the premier decks on the upper east side, updated gym (located in basement), newly renovated basement, attached building garage, full-size laundry room and common storage. Pet friendly, financially sound co-op with stable maintenance and no assessments. Short walk away from Carl Schurz Park, the East River Promenade, Agata & Valentina, and NYCs best restaurants. Building allows pied-a-terre, co-purchasing, and gifting. No Flip Tax in this financially astute co-op.

Important Stuff

Maintenance$1,239/mo
Financing / Down Payment25%
PetsPets OK

Home Features

Bicycle Room Concierge Doorman Elevator Garage Health Club Laundry Pied a Terre Storage

Building Amenities

Doorman Elevator Health Club Garage Laundry Bicycle Room Storage Pied a Terre

Building Info

Building Name440 EAST 79 ST OWNE
Address440 East 79th Street
Year Built1955
Total Units218
Stories18
Service LevelDoorman (f/t)
Building TypeCoop
Building Pets PolicyPets OK
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Map

History

ListedFebruary 20, 2026
Days on Market168
Last UpdatedAugust 4, 2026

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What It'll Cost

Known monthly carrying costs (excludes mortgage): $1,239/mo · Maintenance $1,239

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