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135 E 79th Street 8E

$12,000,000

MLS# RLS20126217 · Upper East Side

Listed November 10, 2026 · 1 day on the market

4 Beds 5 Baths 3,057 Sq.Ft.

About This Property

Offered for the first time, this stunning 3,057-square-foot half-floor residence boasts four spacious bedrooms, four full baths, and one powder room, all featuring north and south exposures that flood the home with natural light. With direct elevator access and a private, furnishable vestibule, this sophisticated apartment provides the ultimate in privacy and convenience.

Upon exiting the private elevator, you are greeted by a warm and inviting vestibule, which leads into the expansive entry foyer. The gracious living room, bathed in southern sunlight through oversized windows, creates a seamless flow for both daily living and elegant entertaining. Adjacent to the living room is a formal dining room perfectly positioned near the kitchen. On the other side of the living room, a cozy library awaits, divided by a gas fireplace, offering a serene retreat. This versatile room includes a full en-suite bathroom and a private bar area, creating a perfect sanctuary within the home.

The chef’s kitchen is a true highlight, featuring custom white cabinetry, a generous breakfast island, and ample storage space — ideal for culinary enthusiasts. Top-of-the-line appliances include a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf six-burner range, Miele dishwasher, and a Sub-Zero wine refrigerator, ensuring the perfect environment for both everyday cooking and gourmet entertaining. The kitchen is complemented by Christopher Peacock’s hand-painted cabinetry, with statuary stone slab counters showcasing custom-carved edges, and Kallista Jeton fittings designed specifically for 135 East 79th Street.

The bedroom wing is a quiet haven, tucked away for ultimate privacy. A gallery hall leads past a spacious laundry room and powder room, providing a perfect space for displaying artwork. At the end of the hall, the third bedroom enjoys a serene north-facing view and an en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom, also offering a tranquil northern exposure, is serviced by a full bathroom just outside the bedroom. At the opposite end of the hall, the luxurious primary suite awaits, with a generous walk-in closet and a spa-like, five-fixture master bath featuring dual sinks, a separate shower, and a large soaking tub.

Every detail in this home has been thoughtfully designed, with impeccable finishes throughout. The interiors feature solid white oak herringbone-patterned floors in the living spaces, custom wood trim and casings, and Nanz hand-cast hardware. The large service entrance is discreetly located, with access to a private corridor and service/freight elevator.

This home represents a true blend of sophistication, craftsmanship, and modern comfort. Don’t miss the opportunity to call this exceptional residence your own.

Built in 2013 by the esteemed Brodsky Corporation, this exclusive condominium features just 31 residences across 20 stories, offering a rare level of privacy and sophistication. The design seamlessly blends the timeless craftsmanship of the Upper East Side with the elegance of modern luxury living. The building’s stunning façade showcases hand-carved limestone, custom-pigmented brick, and meticulously crafted ironwork, making it one of the most impressive structures in the neighborhood. Residents enjoy a range of world-class amenities, including a full-time doorman, concierge services, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a billiards room, a catering kitchen, and a beautifully landscaped courtyard. The building is pet-friendly, ensuring that your four-legged companions are always welcome.

Agent's Note

From Curtis Bain. Details about the apartment are drawn from the listing information provided through RLS by Compass.

A private elevator opens directly into this 3,057-square-foot half-floor apartment, and the vestibule beyond it can be furnished, so the home starts well before the entry foyer. The plan has four bedrooms and five bathrooms, with north and south exposures on the rooms. I like that the private arrival gives the apartment a separate beginning, especially with a plan this large.

The library is a good example of how the layout works. It sits on the far side of the living room, divided from it by a gas fireplace, and it has its own en-suite bath and a private bar. You can use it as a retreat, a guest room or a home office. The living room has oversized windows that face south, and in open-horizon conditions a south-facing window gets about 8.5 hours of direct sun on the winter solstice and about 10 hours at the equinoxes, though nearby buildings can block it.

The kitchen is an eat-in space with a breakfast island and custom white cabinetry, hand-painted by Christopher Peacock. Its statuary stone slab counters have custom-carved edges, and the Kallista Jeton fittings were designed for this address.

The appliances include a Wolf six-burner range, a Sub-Zero refrigerator and wine refrigerator, and a Miele dishwasher. A washer and dryer are in the unit, and a laundry room sits off the gallery hall, so you won't have to leave the apartment to do laundry.

The bedroom wing is set apart from the living areas. The primary suite has a generous walk-in closet and a five-fixture bath with dual sinks, a separate shower and a large soaking tub. The third bedroom and the second bedroom both have north-facing exposures, and the third has its own en-suite bath while the second is served by a full bath just outside. Solid white oak herringbone floors run through the living spaces, with custom wood trim and Nanz hand-cast hardware.

Gristedes is about 4 minutes away.

The building has a concierge, an elevator, a gym, a health club, a bike room, a courtyard, a garden, a resident lounge, a game room, a billiard room and a recreation room. The 6 train at 77 St is about 3 minutes on foot, and the 4, 5 and 6 at 86 St are about 9 minutes away. Central Park is about 7 minutes on foot, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art is about 9 minutes on foot.

Quick answers+

Does the apartment have in-unit laundry?

Yes. The apartment has a washer and dryer in the unit, and the listing also describes a laundry room off the gallery hall.

Does the property have an elevator?

Yes. The apartment has direct access from a private elevator, and the building has an elevator.

What amenities does the building have?

The building has a concierge, a gym, a health club, a bike room, a courtyard, a garden, a resident lounge, a game room, a billiard room and a recreation room.

Property Features

Home features

  • Washer/dryer in unit
  • Central air
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Hardwood floors
  • City view
  • Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Gas cooktop
  • Gas oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Wine cooler
  • Built-ins
  • Chandelier
  • Crown molding
  • Double vanity
  • Entrance foyer
  • Eat-in kitchen
  • High ceilings
  • His and hers closets
  • Recessed lighting
  • Soaking tub
  • Walk-in closets
  • Private entrance
  • Private outdoor space (under 60 sq ft)

Building amenities

Services and facilities

  • Bike room
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • Laundry in building

Wellness and recreation

  • Billiard room
  • Game room
  • Gym
  • Health club
  • Recreation room
  • Resident lounge

Outdoor space

  • Courtyard
  • Garden

Estimate

Monthly Cost & Closing Costs

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$71,182 / month

  • Principal and interest$60,679
  • Common charges$5,920
  • Property taxes$4,584

Due at closing

  • Down payment (20%)$2,400,000
  • NYS “mansion tax” (3.25%)$390,000
  • Mortgage recording tax (1.925%)$184,800

Not included: attorney, title insurance, lender and appraisal fees, board application and move-in fees, flip tax and prepaid items. Estimates only, based on the published New York State rates. Your attorney and lender will confirm the real figures.

Location & Nearby

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135 E 79th Street 8E

Subway

  • 677 StAbout 3 min walk
  • 45686 StAbout 9 min walk
  • Q86 StAbout 11 min walk · Accessible
  • Q72 StAbout 12 min walk · Accessible

Parks

  • Central ParkAbout 7 min walk

Public schools · Elementary schools

  • P.S. 6 Lillie D. BlakeAbout 5 min walk
  • P.S. 290 Manhattan New SchoolAbout 9 min walk
  • P.S. 158 Bayard TaylorAbout 15 min walk

Middle schools

  • J.H.S. 167 Robert F. WagnerAbout 7 min walk
  • Yorkville East Middle SchoolAbout 15 min walk

High schools

  • Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolAbout 12 min walk
  • Vanguard High SchoolAbout 17 min walk

Colleges & universities

  • Marymount Manhattan CollegeAbout 12 min walk
  • New York School of Interior DesignAbout 13 min walk
  • Hunter College (CUNY)About 14 min walk
  • Louis V Gerstner Grad SchAbout 20 min walk

Museums

  • Whitney Museum of American ArtAbout 7 min walk
  • The Metropolitan Museum of ArtAbout 9 min walk
  • The Frick CollectionAbout 13 min walk
  • Solomon R. Guggenheim MuseumAbout 14 min walk

Walking times are estimates. Schools shown are the nearest public and charter schools and are not zone assignments; a nearby school is not necessarily the one an address is zoned for. Confirm zoning with the NYC Department of Education. Sources: MTA, NYC Parks and NYC Department of City Planning open data.

The Neighborhood

About Upper East Side

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Walkability

9/10

Public transit

9/10

Schools

10/10

Dining

9/10

Groceries & parks

9/10

Schools in Upper East Side

Many of NYC's most selective schools sit here, with a concentration of elite K-12 private schools, strong public feeders like PS 6 and PS 290, and easy access to top selective high schools.

Private schools in the area include The Dalton School, The Brearley School, The Chapin School, The Spence School, Nightingale-Bamford School, The Browning School.

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