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$68,000,000
Monthly Est:$338,461
6 Beds
- 9 Baths
7 full baths + 4 half baths
19,050sqft
4 E 79Th St, New York, NY 10075
$68,000,000
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1899
$-- HOA
3,576 sqft lot
$3,570/sq.ft
Description
Commissioned by James E. Nichols in 1898, 4 East 79th Street is an important and architecturally magnificent limestone mansion. A key component in the initial development of railroad industrialist Henry H. Cook’s prescient acquisition of the block between East 78th and 79th Streets and Fifth and Madison Avenues, the house features superb design by original architect, C.P.H. Gilbert, known for his opulent, chateau-inspired Francois Ier style. Completely rebuilt and now beautifully brought to today’s top standard, the house maintains its architectural and historical integrity. Architectural and design professionals, including Peter Pennoyer, Theodore Prudon, and John McCall...
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- Listing updated: September 19, 2026 at 12:04 am
- Listing Provided by: Serena Boardman (212) 606-7611 | Sothebys International Realty (212) 606-7784
- Source: Rebny MLS-NY | MLS#: RLS20061488

Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
6
County
City
Neighborhood
Year Built
1899
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
19,050 sqft
Lot Size
3,576 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
Rebny MLS
MLS Number
RLS20061488
Days on Market
297

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Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 9
Interior
Exterior Features
Private Outdoor Space Over60sqft
Flooring
Hardwood
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Washer
Cooling
Central Air, Other
Interior Features
Entrance Foyer
Utilities & Energy
Fireplace Features
Other
Laundry Features
Common On Floor, See Remarks
Other Features
Patio And Porch Features
Building Deck, Building Patio, Building Terrace, Deck, Patio
Subdivision Name
Upper East Side
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
11/26/2025 Source: | Listed for Sale | $68,000,000 +21.43% $3,570/sqft |
09/10/2024 Source: | Price Decreased | $56,000,000 -13.85% $2,940/sqft |
08/09/2023 Source: | Sold | $65,000,000 $3,412/sqft |
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