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1-bedroom apartment for sale in Upper West Side

127 W 79th St Unit 11B, Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10024

$949,000
Asking price · in USD
Size
775 ft² (72 m²)
Available
Now

About this home

Apartment for sale in Upper West Side, Manhattan: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 775 ft². Asking price $949,000. Built in 1926.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

WELCOME HOME to a mint, fully renovated and sun-filled one-bedroom prewar gem on West 79th Street. Facing south from the 11th floor, this bright and peaceful home offers generous proportions, beautiful prewar character and a thoughtful modern renovation in one of the Upper West Side's most coveted buildings and locations. LIVING SPACE Enter into a welcoming, open layout with refinished hardwood floors, nine-foot ceilings, newly installed doors and beautiful original details throughout. The spacious living room features original beams and elegant moldings, while the entry hall offers a newly designed closet with updated lighting. The brand-new custom kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with a generous breakfast bar, quartz countertops, marble backsplash, custom cabinetry and hardware, and stainless steel appliances. Raised ceilings, updated electrical and lighting, and a seamless connection to the living area create an open, inviting and highly functional space. The beautifully renovated floor-to-ceiling marble bathroom features new plumbing, shower, vanity and doorframe, along with the reglazed original prewar tub - a wonderful combination of modern finishes and original character. The oversized bedroom easily accommodates a king-size bed with room for additional furniture and features a well-organized walk-in closet. THE BUILDING Built in 1926 and converted to a co-op in 1984, the Clifton House is a beautifully maintained, pet-friendly Italian Renaissance cooperative with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, newly renovated hallways and a brand-new central laundry room. One of the building's standout amenities is its gorgeous landscaped roof deck, complete with flower and herb gardens, panoramic city views and spectacular sunsets. Additional amenities include a bike room and storage, available for a small monthly fee. Gas and electricity are included in the monthly maintenance. THE NEIGHBORHOOD Located in the sweet spot of the Upper West Side, the Clifton House puts the best of the neighborhood right outside your door. You're just half a block from the Museum of Natural History and perfectly positioned between Central Park and Riverside Park, with a dog run, excellent public and private schools, fantastic grocery stores, coffee shops, shopping and dining all nearby - including a new Blank Street just around the corner! The iconic Beacon Theatre is also close at hand, along with multiple bus routes and the B, C, 1, 2 and 3 subway lines for easy access throughout the city. Monthly maintenance is $2046.29, including electricity, gas and taxes. There is currently a monthly capital assessment of $97.29. Storage is available by application and subject to availability. Pet friendly. Co-purchasing permitted. No flip tax. 75% financing permitted. Limited subletting permitted with board approval. A rare opportunity to own a beautifully renovated, sun-filled home in a stellar prewar building and truly exceptional Upper West Side location.

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Roofy listing score

Grade B, 75/100 · Complete

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    • Full points: Description of 467 words3/3
  • True cost15/15
    • Full points: Running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)8/8
    • Full points: Price in line with similar homes in its neighborhood7/7
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    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1926, 125 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
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    • Problem: The agent’s license is not active0/4
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Compared with the area

Asks $949,000, 19% above the median asking price for 1-bedroom homes for sale in Upper West Side (Central).

Median here
$799,000
75 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$599,000–$995,000
The middle half of listings
Per ft²
$1,224.52 vs $1,270.91
This home vs the median, 4% lower

Priced in line with similar homes here.

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More about Upper West Side (Central)

Location

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Nearby transit

  • 79 St15 min walk
  • 81 St-Museum of Natural HistoryC B6 min walk
  • 72 St1 2 310 min walk

Nearby public schools · District 3

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The building

125 units · 15 floors · built 1926 · 1 more home listed here

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

127 West 79 Street · BBL 1-01210-0019 · built 1926 · 125 units

Roofy building score 99/100 · Well keptAbout the building, from HPD violations. Not an inspection.
Building type
Elevator apartment building
Open HPD violations
None
Heat complaints
0 this season
Complaints, last 12 months
0
Rent stabilization
Had 3 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$425,000 on Jun 9, 2026

No open immediately hazardous (Class C) violations.

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Added to Roofy Oct 29, 2026Last checked on Realtor.com Oct 29, 2026Roofy doesn’t verify listings. Never send money before seeing a home.

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