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· Closed April 13, 2017

205 E 78th Street #15R
Closed For Sale Co-op

$740,000

205 E 78th Street #15R

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10100172

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1931

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1931
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,827/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 15 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1931)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 15 of 20
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1931
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1433-1002-00205-000-000015R

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 14, 2017 $749,000 -
Currently May 15, 2026 $740,000 -1.2%

Description

High Floor Spacious Prewar Corner 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment With Wood Burning Fireplace and Open Eastern City Views on a quiet tree lined street. This beautifully appointed home has beamed ceilings, hardwood floors, windowed kitchen and bathroom and five large closets. A gracious entrance foyer leads to a bright and inviting living room with a marble wood burning fireplace that is framed by original built-in bookcases; all adding to the apartment's prewar charm. The sun flooded massive bedroom is almost 20 feet long and has through the wall air conditioning and three closets, one of which is currently outfitted as a home office. This classic prewar coop is known for its fantastic staff, superb Art-Deco detailing and wonderful location off of Third Ave. The building is accessible to an abundance of restaurants and both the Lexington Ave and new Second Ave Subways. The hallways have recently been updated with a tasteful renovation. 205 East 78th Street is a full service building that offers shareholders a 24-hour doorman, bike room, private large and small storage and central laundry facility. Electric charge is $104/month and the building offers bulk rate cable/internet. Washer/Dryer permitted with board approval. Co-purchasing, pied a terres, small pets and 75% financing also permitted with board approval.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 218
Stories 20
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,827/mo
Original Price $749,000
Sale Price $740,000
Previous Price $749,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

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205 E 78th Street #15R, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1931
Year Built
95 years old
4
Floors
28
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
Walk-Up Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $711,450
Land Value: $287,100
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 7,500 SF
Building Area: 23,068 SF
Built FAR: 3.08
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 $1,827 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 1931, making it approximately 95 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.

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: RLS10100172
First Listed: 1/14/2017
Price Changed: 4/13/2017
Closed: 4/13/2017
Contract Date: 1/14/2017

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Celia Mastbaum

Listing Contact: (917) 426-1064

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