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40 E 78TH Street #7A
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$1,150,000

40 E 78TH Street #7A

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

The Charles House

MLS® #RLS20097697

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1956

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1956
Ownership Condo
HOA/Common Charges $838/mo
Property Taxes Contact for details
Parking Garage
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 7 of 15

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East facing
  • Climate Control: Other

Property Details

Type Condo
Ownership Condominium
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 7 of 15
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Exposure East
Cooling Other
Pets DogsOk, Yes
Year Built 1956
Parking Garage Available
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Parcel # 1392-1106
Block/Lot 01392/1106

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 14, 2026 $1,150,000 -
Currently Jun 14, 2026 $1,150,000 -

Description

STATE-OF-THE-ART EXTRA LARGE STUDIO - ORIGINALLY A 1 BEDROOM - 709 SF GYM, ROOF DECK, GARAGE THIS IS THE ONE!!! Your new home is a renovated, chic studio whose wide open living space and walls of HUGE picture windows create a loft-like feel. Pass through the threshold onto wide hardwood plank floors into your generous and distinct foyer complete with two closets - one is a double. Continue on into your commodious living space with ample room for separate dining, seating and sleeping areas. You will be able to have a king sized bed with room to spare! Warm Eastern light bathes the entire home in light... it is the ideal home, pied-a-terre or office. Everyone knows the kitchen is the "Heart of the Home" and your separate renovated kitchen will not disappoint. You'll love the stunning lacquer cabinetry, abundant counter space, quiet Bosch dishwasher, under the counter refrigerator and Top-of-the -Line Gaggenau range. But wait...there's more! Your sleek modern bathroom has a glass framed shower and a private en-suite dressing area with custom built-in cabinets. LOCATION LOCATION... The Charles House ideally located on the corner of Madison Avenue and 78th Street is a full-service luxury condominium. Top of the line amenities include a 24 hour doorman, live-in super, a fitness center, garage and a planted roof deck with STUNNING, unobstructed views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. Nestled in the heart of the Upper East Side, 40 East 78th Street is close to Central Park, Museums, the City's best restaurants, cafes, boutiques and shopping. You'll love your redesigned and renovated home where no detail has been overlooked. CALL TODAY! You'll be glad you did. Current Assessment $158.81 ends April 12, 2027.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Other

Exterior Features

Private Outdoor Space Over60 Sqft

Building Amenities

Elevators Storage

Building Information

Financial Details

Common Charges $838/mo
RE Taxes Contact for details

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

627

Median Asking Price

$1.35M

Median $/Sqft

$1,347

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

23

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

67

Median Sale Price

$1.23M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 6/14/26, 5:54 PM EST

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40 E 78TH Street #7A, Lenox Hill, New York County

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
2
Residential Units
R5
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $61,740
Land Value: $18,660
Exemptions: $4,080

Note: Individual unit taxes may differ. Verify current tax bills with NYC DOF.

Lot Area: 2,000 SF
Building Area: 1,536 SF
Built FAR: 0.77
Allowed FAR: 1.5

Source: NYC PLUTO (Primary Land Use Tax Lot Output), NYC Department of City Planning (data.cityofnewyork.us)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed common charges are $838 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1956, making it approximately 70 years old.

This listing is a condominium. Buyers receive a deed to their individual unit and own their space outright, subject to condo association rules.

Pets are permitted at this property: 2 pets under 25 lbs each or 1 pet under 70 lbs each,Building Pets Allowed Comments:2 pets under 25 lbs each or 1 pet under 70 lbs each. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or [email protected]. Per REBNY guidelines effective 2025, a Buyer Representation Agreement is required before a buyer's broker can show you properties. You may attend open houses independently without one.

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(917) 416-7433
MLS® ID: RLS20097697
First Listed: 6/14/2026
On Market: 6/14/2026
Price Changed: 6/14/2026
Contract Date: 6/14/2026

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Justine M Bray

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9253

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Buyer Notice: Planning to work with a buyer's broker? A Buyer Representation Agreement is required before your broker can show you properties, per REBNY/UCBA guidelines (effective 2025). You may attend open houses independently without one.

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