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157 West 79th St. #9B

Located at 157 West 79th Street 157 West 79th Street, #9B, New York, NY Co-op in Upper West Side, All Upper West Side
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2 beds, 1 bath

Located on one of the most sought-after residential blocks of the Upper West Side, this pre-war two-bedroom apartment boasts an elegant and spacious layout that is flooded with natural light. The living room, dining area, and kitchen face south over 79th Street, offering excellent sun and sky across the wide expanse.

Located on one of the most sought-after residential blocks of the Upper West Side, this pre-war two-bedroom apartment boasts an elegant and spacious layout that is flooded with natural light. The living room, dining area, and kitchen face south over 79th Street, offering excellent sun and sky across the wide expanse. The kitchen, featuring GE stainless appliances and granite countertops, partially opens up to the living room. Quiet and serene, the generously-sized primary bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed with nightstands. The diminutive second bedroom, which can easily function as a study, nursery, or home office, presents versatile options for additional living space. With original moldings and hardwood floors, this home exudes pre-war charm.

Just steps away from the Museum of Natural History, the Rose Planetarium, and the Children’s Museum, the home is also within easy walking distance of both Central Park and Riverside Park. Surrounded by some of the best food shops and restaurants that New York City has to offer, including Tessa, Nice Matin, RedFarm, Zabar’s, Fairway, and Citarella, as well as Levain Bakery and Magnolia Bakery, this apartment provides a true New York City living experience.

Residents of this pre-war high-rise will also enjoy access to an impressive list of amenities, including a live-in super, part-time doorman, laundry facilities, a storage room, and a bike room. For fitness enthusiasts, an Equinox gym is conveniently located nearby. Transportation is a breeze as well, as the apartment is situated between all West Side train lines (1, C & B) and the crosstown bus. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to own a classic Upper West Side gem!


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About the Building

157 West 79th Street  New York, NY 10024

Co-op in Upper West Side

  • 60 Units
  • 12 Stories
  • 1911 Built

Sales listings: 65 previous
Rentals listings: 10 previous
Documents and Permits: 206 documents

Unit History

Nearby

Transportation

  • 1 at 79th St

    0.14 miles

  • B C at 81st St

    0.27 miles

  • 1 at 86th St

    0.36 miles

  • 1 2 3 at 72nd St

    0.36 miles

  • B C at 86th St

    0.43 miles

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Schools

District 03 - Schools zoned for this address:
P.S. 009 Sarah Anderson

(PK,0K,01,02,03,04,05,SE)

Disclaimer: School attendance zone boundaries are not guaranteed to be accurate – they are provided by a third party and subject to change. Check with the applicable school district prior to making a decision based on these boundaries.