501 East 79th St. #PHB

Where Sunrise Meets Sunset. Where City Meets Sky. Convertible 3 Bedroom with 12-foot ceilings.

This extraordinary one-of-a-kind penthouse features a ~1,100-square-foot wraparound terrace with east, west, and north exposures. Enjoy sunrise views over the East River and sunset views over the Manhattan skyline. With three access points, the terrace provides effortless indoor-outdoor living and outstanding river and city vistas.

The living room is a showstopper in scale and sophistication, framed by oversized east and west facing windows that flood the home with extraordinary natural light. The soaring 12-foot ceilings and open loft-like proportions bring a downtown sensibility to one of uptown’s most beloved neighborhoods.

At the same time, every detail reflects timeless elegance: herringbone oak floors, solid mahogany doors, and classic crown moldings, a nod to New York’s architectural heritage, while the expansive layout supports modern living at its best.

The formal dining room, gracious enough to seat ten comfortably, flows seamlessly into a windowed kitchen with direct terrace access. The terrace is fully equipped with irrigation and lighting, setting the stage for lush greenery, evening lighting, and the perfect outdoor atmosphere for gatherings.

This two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bathroom home offers privacy and proportion in equal measure. The penthouse occupies the top floor with just one other residence, ensuring peace, quiet, and exclusivity.

Highlights
Wraparound terrace ~1,100 sf – with irrigation and lighting
Breathtaking East River and skyline city views
Three access points to the terrace for true indoor/outdoor living
12-foot ceilings and oversized windows
A living room with exceptional scale
2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
Formal dining room with terrace access
Windowed kitchen
Washer/dryer in unit
Full-service cooperative, maintenance includes electricity

501 East 79th Street is a full-service cooperative with a 24-hour doorman and live-in superintendent. The building recently completed a comprehensive renovation of the facade, lobby, elevators, and roof deck. Maintenance includes electricity. Amenities feature a landscaped roof deck, bike storage, central laundry, and a private garage (with waitlist). Pieds-a-terre are permitted, pets are welcome, and financing up to 70 percent is allowed. There is no flip tax. Ideally located in one of Manhattan’s most desirable neighborhoods, the building is close to public transportation, top restaurants, shopping, and parks including the East River Esplanade, John Jay Park, and Carl Schurz Park.