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Rent/Lease Apartment 542 E 79th St

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Type of Space	Class A/month	Class B/month	Class C/month
Windowed office/person	$ 2100	$ 3307	$ 775
Interior office/person	$ 1350	$ 2807	$ 525
Team Rooms	$ 10100	$ 10057	$ 5025
Suites	$ 20100	$ 14057	$ 7025

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Retail Spaces for Rent at 542 E 79th St

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Tenant Broker’s Perspective: Return-to-office mandates are driving up rental prices at 542 E 79th St. This trend is projected to continue. Opportunities for subleases remain available at 542 E 79th St and in the nearby Lenox Hill neighborhood.

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Property Summary

542 E 79th St Property Overview

Building Address:	542 E 79th St, New York NY 10075
Building Name:	542 East 79th Street
Zip Code:	10075
Neighborhood:	Lenox Hill
Borough:	Manhattan
Stories:	0
Year Built:	1911
Building Class:	B

542 East 79th Street

Location: Lenox Hill, Upper East Side, Manhattan, NY 10075
Year Built: 1911-1913
Floors: 6 stories
Units: 113 residences
Building Class: B (pre-war rental)

Constructed during Manhattan's early 20th-century expansion, this landmark complex reflects the Upper East Side's transition from farmland to a residential enclave. Originally part of NYC's grid development following 19th-century urbanization, its 1910s construction coincided with the neighborhood's evolution into a prestigious address featuring prewar architecture and Central Park proximity.

Key Features

Pet-friendly policies
Onsite laundry facilities
Rent-stabilized units available
Historic preservation status

The building exemplifies early 20th-century residential design while adapting to modern needs through updated amenities like renovated kitchens. Tenant reviews note its prime location but highlight challenges including noise concerns and maintenance delays.

542 E 79th St, Manhattan, NYC

Location: Upper East Side neighborhood between York Avenue and FDR Drive

Built: 1911 | Stories: 6 | Units: 113

Unit types: Studio-2 beds | Sizes: Not specified

Neighborhood Features

Prewar architecture | Central Park proximity | Cultural institutions | High-end shopping

Transportation

Walk Score: 95 (Walker's Paradise) | Transit Score: 100 (Rider's Paradise)

Schools

P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor: Grades PK-5 (0.2 mi)
JHS 167 Robert F Wagner: Grades 6-8 (0.6 mi)
Eleanor Roosevelt HS: Grades 9-12 (0.3 mi)

Utilities: Gas, electricity, and heat included (per some units)

Pet Policy: Cats allowed (fees not specified)

Building Amenities at 542 E 79th St:
- Pet Friendly
- On-site Laundry Facility
- 24 Hour Access
- Package Service
- Maintenance On-Site
- Live-in Super
- Video Intercom
- Rent Stabilized
- Utilities Included: Cooking Gas, Electricity, Heat & Hot Water

542 E 79th Street, Manhattan, NYC is a residential building primarily focused on residential rentals rather than office tenants. The building was constructed in 1911 (or 1913 according to some sources) and features 113 units across six floors. It is classified as a pre-war walk-up building with amenities like a video intercom and laundry facilities. Given its residential nature, there is no information readily available regarding office tenants or leases.

542 E 79th St, Manhattan, NYC, has access to multiple internet providers. Notable providers in the area include:

Verizon Fios: Offers high-speed fiber-optic internet with plans starting at 300 Mbps and reaching up to 2 Gbps.
Spectrum: Provides cable internet with speeds up to 1 Gbps and competitive pricing.

542 E 79th St in Manhattan, NYC, offers excellent transportation options, including a transit score of 100, making it a rider's paradise. It is located near several subway lines, with the 77th Street station, served by the 4 and 6 trains, approximately 0.7 miles away. The building is situated on the Upper East Side, near York Avenue and FDR Drive.

Cross Streets: - York Avenue - FDR Drive

Nearby Airports: - Laguardia Airport: Approximately 7.8 miles, a 17-minute drive. - John F. Kennedy International Airport: Approximately 17.5 miles, a 28-minute drive.

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