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2-bedroom apartment for sale in Upper West Side

135 W 79th St Unit Phab, Upper West Side (Central), Manhattan, New York, NY, 10024

$2,175,000
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About this home

Apartment for sale in Upper West Side, Manhattan: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Asking price $2,175,000. Built in 1914.

From the original listing · Realtor.comShow

135 West 79th Street, PHAB A spectacular penthouse with an extraordinary private roof terrace in one of the Upper West Side's most coveted locations. Perched on the penthouse level of The Lyons, this beautifully renovated two-bedroom, two-bathroom residence combines sophisticated design, exceptional light and an extraordinary 1,400+ square feet of private outdoor space. The apartment has undergone a top-to-bottom renovation executed with an uncompromising eye for quality, incorporating high-end finishes, white solid-oak flooring, custom millwork, multiple built-in storage systems and central air conditioning. Flooded with natural light, the gracious interior is designed for both elegant entertaining and comfortable everyday living. Two dramatic skylights rise to an impressive 12'4", further enhancing the sense of volume and bringing sunlight deep into the home. The apartment is also wired for both audio and a sophisticated in-home theater system. The well-proportioned primary bedroom offers a true suite-like retreat, with a beautifully appointed ensuite bathroom, a dedicated home office and direct access to the roof deck. The second bedroom is equally versatile and can accommodate guests, family or additional workspace. Throughout the apartment, custom storage and millwork provide both functionality and a clean, refined aesthetic. But it is the spectacular private roof deck that truly sets PHAB apart. Facing south and measuring more than 1,400 square feet, this extraordinary outdoor oasis is large enough to comfortably accommodate four separate seating areas, creating distinct spaces for dining, lounging, entertaining and enjoying the sun. It is an exceptionally rare amenity in this prime Upper West Side location. The renovated kitchen is outfitted with premium Bosch, Liebherr and Bertazzoni appliances, complementing the apartment's high level of finish and attention to detail. The Lyons Built in 1914 and designed by architect Robert T. Lyons, 135 West 79th Street is a handsome 12-story prewar cooperative known as The Lyons. The building features a distinctive brown-brick facade with a two-story rusticated limestone base and full-height rusticated quoins. Its recently restored lobby incorporates marble and mosaic detailing, and the building retains the gracious proportions and architectural character associated with classic Upper West Side apartment houses. The cooperative was converted in 1983 and contains approximately 53 residences. Building amenities include two elevators, a live-in superintendent, bicycle storage and a large laundry room, while the cooperative is pet-friendly and permits pied-a-terre ownership. The location is exceptional. West 79th Street between Columbus and Amsterdam Avenues is a particularly attractive, tree-lined residential block, just a short distance from Central Park and Theodore Roosevelt Park, the American Museum of Natural History, and the restaurants, cafes, shopping and gourmet food markets that define the Upper West Side. The 1, B and C subway lines are conveniently nearby, providing easy access throughout Manhattan. PHAB is an unusually special offering: a sophisticated, turnkey penthouse with exceptional light, high-end renovation, private outdoor space on a remarkable scale, and a location that places the very best of the Upper West Side just outside your door.

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Roofy listing score

Grade C, 66/100 · Fairly complete

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    • Full points: Price stated3/3
    • Full points: Bedrooms stated2/2
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    • Does not apply: Lease length: does not apply1/1
    • Full points: Pet policy stated1/1
    • Full points: Laundry mentioned1/1
    • No points: Heat and utilities not mentioned0/1
    • Some points: Only 1 amenity listed1/2
    • Full points: Description of 508 words3/3
  • True cost3/15
    • No points: No running costs stated (HOA, service charge or taxes)0/8
    • Some points: Priced 43% above similar homes in its neighborhood, which take longer to sell3/7
  • Accuracy12/15
    • Nothing to compare: Listed on one site, nothing to compare3/6
    • Full points: Agrees with city records (built 1914, 53 homes)5/5
    • Full points: Confirmed on its source site 3 days ago4/4
  • Legal10/10
    • Full points: No fair-housing problems found in the wording6/6
    • Full points: The agent’s license is active4/4
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Buying costs

What this price means for you: the monthly payment, and New York’s mansion tax, which the buyer pays on a home of $1 million or more.

Amenities

Pets

  • Pets allowed

Compared with the area

Asks $2,175,000, 43% above the median asking price for 2-bedroom homes for sale in Upper West Side (Central).

Median here
$1,525,000
89 listings, last 90 days
Typical range
$1,200,000–$1,800,000
The middle half of listings

Priced above most similar homes here and on the market longer than usual.

Asking prices of listings on Roofy and listing sites in the last 90 days, not signed leases or sale prices. One currency, never converted.

More about Upper West Side (Central)

Location

Location as the listing shows it.Open in Google Maps

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

53 units · 12 floors · built 1914

Building record (NYC)

NYC records as of Nov 1 (weekly)

135 West 79 Street · BBL 1-01210-0017 · built 1914 · 53 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 2 units in 2024 tax bills (likely)
Last sale (12-month file)
$630,000 on Aug 25, 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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