205 E 78TH Street #5F
MLS® #RLS10811310
Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.
1
Bedroom
1
Bath
N/A
Sq. Ft.
1928
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: South,West facing
- Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
- Style: Prewar architecture
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Description
Welcome to elegant living in Apartment 5F at 205 East 78th Street. Entering this light-filled, one bedroom prewar apartment though a gracious foyer, you are greeted by a spacious living room featuring a wood burning fireplace and oversized west facing windows. The corner bedroom boasts an abundance of natural light from both west and south facing windows and two closets. The windowed eat-in-kitchen features white shaker cabinets, a stone countertop, and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. A windowed bathroom with prewar charm completes the apartment, which has beautiful hardwood floors, crown moldings and 8'7” ceilings throughout. 205 East 78th Street is a full service pre-war coop. The building has a full time doorman, live in super, bike room, central laundry room, and storage lockers for rent. In unit W/D are permitted with board approval. Pieds-a-terre, co-purchasing, parents buying for children and guarantors are permitted. The building is pet friendly for dogs under 30 pounds. Maintenance includes electricity. Financing up to 75% is permitted.
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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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Median Asking Price
$1.45M
Median $/Sqft
$1,480
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
8
Price Reduced
26%
Sold (30 Days)
27
Median Sale Price
$1.44M
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Location
205 E 78TH Street #5F, Upper East Side, New York County
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