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SOLD FOR $995,000

Listed at $1,100,000 · Sold 9.5% below asking · Closed May 31, 2019

170 E 78TH Street #10B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,100,000

$1,134 per sq ft

170 E 78TH Street #10B

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10526413

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

970

Sq. Ft.

1927

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 970 sq ft
Year Built 1927
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $3,205/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 10 of 10

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 10 of 10
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Exposure East,North,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE
Year Built 1927
Living Area 970 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1412-1002-00170-000-000010B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 25, 2018 $1,100,000 -
Currently Apr 27, 2026 $1,100,000 -

Description

A Chef's Delight! This high floor, beautifully renovated, and unusually large one bedroom prewar boasts a 14'4"' x 10'5' windowed eat-in-kitchen. It's accented by quartz counter-tops, grey slate floor tiling, Bianco Dolomiti marble back-splashes and a Liebherr refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, and GE Monogram gas stove. And it opens up to the wonderfully grand 28'8" x 13'8" living/dining room. On one end of this great-room is a wood-burning fireplace (complimentary wood is supplied by the building) and a lovely exposed brick wall; on the other end, a beautiful, custom-built 14' long wall of built-ins and bookcases, which in addition to a large walk-in closet in the apartment, provides an abundance of storage. This unique home is wonderfully bright, with north, south and eastern views, has beamed ceilings, through-wall a/c, and a windowed bathroom featuring Blue de Savoie marble, a glass enclosed shower, and radiant heat flooring. The apartment overlooks a charming and quiet, tree-lined block, accented by many lovely townhouses and manicured, flowering spring and summer gardens.The cooperative is a boutique, 30-unit residence built in 1927. It's a full service, 24-hour doorman building with live-in superintendent, storage bins, laundry room, and is within easy access to all public transportation and shopping. Pet and pied a terre friendly. Rentals not permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 30
Stories 10
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $3,205/mo
Sale Price $995,000

The Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its low-traffic, tree-lined streets, the neighborhood offers a refined lifestyle away from the midtown bustle. While famous for its historic cooperatives, the area has seen a recent surge in ultra-luxury new construction condos, particularly along the Second Avenue Subway corridor, making it a top choice for both traditionalists and modern buyers.

Upper East Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

342

Median Asking Price

$1.44M

Median $/Sqft

$1,559

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

30

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 5:26 PM EST

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Location

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170 E 78TH Street #10B, Upper East Side, New York County • Near LEXINGTON AVENUE and 3 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $105,360
Land Value: $23,220
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,512 SF
Built FAR: 0.53
Allowed FAR: 1

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 monthly maintenance are $3,205 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 970 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1927, making it approximately 99 years old.

This listing is a co-op (stock cooperative). Buyers purchase shares in a corporation rather than real property, and the board must approve all sales.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $1,100,000 for 970 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,134. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10526413
First Listed: 11/25/2018
Closed: 5/31/2019
Contract Date: 11/25/2018

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Jackie Vincent

Listing Contact: (917) 923-0565

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