Top Floor, sun-drenched, stunning 2-bed, 2 bath in Elm Court. Welcome to your forever home in the heart of the Jackson Heights historic district. This elegant unit is in excellent condition, having been lovingly maintained with all of the pre-war details in place.
Right from the entry foyer, accessed directly from the elevator or the stairs, you will know that this unit should be your next home. To your right is the living room with a wood-burning fireplace, an original mantle, and mosaic floor tiles, two large windows overlooking the beautiful trees on this quiet block. To your left is the formal dining room, perfect for those everyday or holiday meals with friends and family. Beyond the dining room is the sunroom, or office, or bedroom, with huge windows facing the length of the beautiful, serene, leafy Elm Court Garden. This multipurpose room has an enormous closet and a full bath.
The primary bedroom is very spacious, with two windows also overlooking the beautiful block.
You will appreciate the pre-war details throughout this home – original wood parquet floors with maple and walnut inlay denoting the rooms, 9’ ceilings, all original solid wood doors stripped to showcase their beautiful wood, and retaining the original hardware.
The large kitchen, with cherry cabinets, is perfect for preparing those meals for your guests. The large window overlooking the garden is the perfect backdrop. This kitchen maintains the original layout with two entrances and easy access to the hallway closet, which makes a perfect pantry.
The larger bathroom adjacent to the primary bedroom is in excellent condition, with a large soaking tub, a window to the garden, and a pedestal sink.
This residence comes with a basement storage unit. Please note that there is currently an ongoing assessment of $500 paid quarterly.
Elm Court is one of the most beautiful and intimate of the Queensboro Corporation’s garden apartment complexes. Dating from 1922 and designed by architect George H. Wells in the neo-Georgian style, the complex consists of eight buildings with the most serene, lush, green courtyard for the quiet enjoyment of the residents. Convenient to 34th Avenue, now part of the Open Streets program, the Sunday Farmers Market, Travers Park, restaurants, shopping, and all transportation, including the E & F trains, which run express to 74th Ave Roosevelt station, as well as the 7, M, R trains, and the express bus to LaGuardia Airport.
Come see the beautiful unit, and you will surely want to make it your home. Please note that open house times posted are for scheduling purposes only. You must have an appointment with the listing agent to view this unit.
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$840,000
3427 79th St APT 42, Flushing, NY 11372
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Original wood parquet floorsOriginal mantleHuge windowsSerene lush green courtyardLarge soaking tubPedestal sinkOriginal hardware
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Alan Klein,
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Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1798101
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other
- Exterior features: Courtyard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 01266005842
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Coop
Condition
- Year built: 1922
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Jackson Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Laundry
- Services included: Maintenance
- HOA fee: $1,200 monthly
Location
- Region: Flushing
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $3,177,000
- Annual tax amount: $35,308
- Date on market: 10/30/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2026 | Sold | $840,000-1.8% |
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| 12/1/2025 | Contingent | $855,000 |
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| 10/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $855,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | -- | -- |
| 2019 | -- | -- |
| 2018 | $35,308 | $279,952 |
| 2017 | -- | $279,952 |
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Neighborhood: Jackson Heights
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