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170 E 78TH Street #3C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$999,000

170 E 78TH Street #3C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10060334

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

N/A

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built N/A
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $2,980/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths null Full
Exposure East,North
Pets Yes
Cross Street 78 & THIRD
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1412-1002-00170-000-000003C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Sep 12, 2017 $1,095,000 -
Currently May 6, 2026 $999,000 -8.8%

Description

EXCEPTIONAL HOME WITH DOUBLE HEIGHT LIVING ROOM

A must see. One of the most gracious one bedrooms at Morgan Studios, a highly sought after, full-service, prewar cooperative in the heart of the Upper East Side. A short set of stairs lead to a stunning Living Room with soaring 13' ceilings and wood burning fireplace. Oversized grand windows overlook charming, tree-lined 78th Street. This exquisite room boasts original prewar details with beamed ceilings and rich oak floors. Ideal for entertainment, this extraordinary living space can accommodate a living room arrangement as well as a separate dining area. This home offers a double windowed eat in kitchen, a generous Master Bedroom ensuite, Miele washer/dryer and excellent storage and closets throughout. An unbeatable and rare opportunity to purchase an exceptional home with truly unique and impressive details.

170 East 78th was built in 1927 and converted in 1989, permitting 50% financing. Conveniently located between Lexington and Third Avenue. Storage is available. Pied-a-terres are allowed. Pets ok.

Features & Amenities

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building null
Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 34
Stories 10
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $2,980/mo
Original Price $1,095,000
Sale Price $999,000
Previous Price $1,095,000

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

336

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

13

Price Reduced

32%

Sold (30 Days)

39

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/6/26, 11:49 AM EST

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Location

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170 E 78TH Street #3C, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 78 & THIRD

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 $2,980 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10060334
First Listed: 9/12/2017
Price Changed: 11/13/2017
Closed: 7/11/2018
Contract Date: 9/12/2017

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Nada Rizk

Listing Contact: (212) 317-7705

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