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$8,450,000
MLS# RLS20018672 · Upper East Side
Originally listed at $8,875,000. Price last reduced on May 12, 2026.
Listed April 23, 2025 · 552 days on the market
5 Beds 6 Baths 3,006 Sq.Ft.
Exquisite Full-Floor Duplex Residence Off Fifth Avenue Perfectly positioned just moments from Central Park, Residence #7/8 at 27 East 79th Street is a breathtaking full-floor duplex offering an extraordinary blend of timeless elegance, scale, and modern luxury in one of the Upper East Side's most coveted locations. This remarkable five-bedroom, five-and-a-half-bathroom home with a private home office is accessed via a keyed elevator that opens directly into the residence, creating an unparalleled sense of privacy and exclusivity. Bathed in beautiful southern light with partial views of Central Park and iconic city vistas, the home exudes sophistication at every turn. Grandly proportioned rooms, soaring ceilings, exquisite custom millwork, and white oak parquet floors create an atmosphere reminiscent of a classic Parisian residence while seamlessly incorporating every modern comfort. Designed for both luxurious living and elegant entertaining, the layout offers a rare sense of volume and refinement seldom found in Manhattan. At the heart of the home is a stunning European-inspired chef's kitchen, masterfully appointed with bespoke oak cabinetry, striking marble countertops and backsplash, a coveted La Cornue range, and premium appliances by Miele and Sub-Zero. Both functional and beautiful, the kitchen is perfectly suited for intimate family living or large-scale entertaining. The serene bedroom suites offer exceptional privacy and comfort, while the spa-like marble bathrooms are finished with parchment lacquer vanities, polished nickel fixtures, and luxurious details throughout. A gracious home office provides the ideal setting for remote work, library, or media room. Additional features include central air conditioning, an in-unit washer and dryer, dishwasher, abundant storage, and sweeping skyline views that enhance the home's sense of grandeur. Located between Madison and Fifth Avenues, 27 East 79th Street places you at the center of the Upper East Side's most prestigious enclave. Central Park is moments away, along with Madison Avenue's luxury boutiques, celebrated restaurants, and world-renowned cultural institutions including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, and Neue Galerie New York. Offering extraordinary elegance, privacy, and scale in an irreplaceable location just off Fifth Avenue, this exceptional residence is a rare opportunity to own a truly distinguished Upper East Side home.

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27 E 79TH Street DUPLEX7/8
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
Manhattan's gold standard for luxury living with iconic architecture, Central Park, and Museum Mile.
Walkability
9/10
Public transit
9/10
Schools
10/10
Dining
9/10
Groceries & parks
9/10
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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