240 E 79Th St

An intimate 16-story prewar cooperative on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, completed in 1929 and composed primarily of two-bedroom layouts alongside varied one- and multi-room residences. The building preserves Art Deco and classic prewar character—beamed or high ceilings, original moldings, oak or plank hardwood floors, and gracious entry foyers—while many apartments feature updated, windowed eat-in kitchens and renovated baths. Common areas are human-scaled: a staffed 24-hour doorman desk, live-in superintendent, elevator service, bicycle room, on-site laundry, and rentable private storage. The property footprint includes a planted courtyard with seating, a small children’s play area and BBQ facilities; limited private terraces or small outdoor spaces are available on select units. Co-op governance supports flexible ownership options—pied-à-terres, guarantors and pets are commonly permitted and typical financing allowances reach around 75%. Located on a tree-lined Upper East Side block near Museum Mile, Central Park and multiple subway lines, the building offers a blend of historic detail, attentive staff services, and a neighborhood-oriented, walkable lifestyle.