127 W 79Th St

The Clifton House is a 15-story, pre‑war cooperative constructed in 1926 with Neo‑Renaissance and Romanesque-inspired detailing in brick and terra cotta. The property was converted to cooperative ownership in the mid-1980s and primarily offers studios and one-bedroom apartments along with larger, loft-like multi-room residences. Notable interior traits across units include high beamed ceilings (commonly nine feet or higher), original moldings, hardwood and herringbone floors, oversized windows, substantial baseboards, and generous closet/storage configurations; many apartments have been sensitively renovated with modern kitchens and updated bathrooms while retaining historic character. Common areas and services include a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, central laundry, bike room, and limited private storage. The building’s roof deck is a signature amenity: a landscaped garden with flower and herb plantings and wide city views. Utilities such as gas and electricity are often bundled into monthly maintenance. Pet-friendly policies, permissive co-purchasing terms, and allowances for subletting with board approval are part of the cooperative’s governance. Situated on a museum block of the Upper West Side, the Clifton House places residents a block from the American Museum of Natural History, steps from Central and Riverside Parks, and within easy reach of multiple subway lines, bus routes, grocery options, and neighborhood restaurants and shops.