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SOLD FOR $700,000

· Closed October 7, 2019

205 E 78TH Street #7K
Closed For Sale Co-op

$700,000

205 E 78TH Street #7K

Upper East Side, Manhattan

205/78 Owners Corp.

MLS® #RLS10562296

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1931

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1931
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,938/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

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

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Exposure South
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1931
Architectural Style Prewar

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jun 6, 2019 $720,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $700,000 -2.8%

Description

This beautiful, prewar 1 bedroom home has treetop and townhouse views from the six sun-flooded south facing windows. You enter into an entry hall, which has a generous coat closet. The eat-in kitchen has cherry wood cabinets, oak counter tops and stainless steel appliances. The eating area affords open sky views. This space could easily be converted into a nursery or home office. A French door leads into the living room. The living room boasts a wood burning fireplace, high beamed ceilings, beautiful bright pine wood floors and two south facing windows. The windowed bathroom has Art Deco black and white decor with a deep cast iron tub. The bedroom affords two south windows, high beamed ceilings, and beautiful bright pine wood floors. There are wide and deep closets in both the bedroom and the living room. Monthly electric charge of $97.94.

This beautiful home is set in a stunning pre-war building on 3rd Avenue, best known for its fantastic staff and superb Art Deco detailing. The building has recently renovated hallways, allows washer/dryer with Board approval and offers its shareholders a bike room, storage, and central laundry facility. The building is open to pied-a-terres. Co-purchasing and guarantors allowed on a case by case basis. 25% down. Pets under 30lbs allowed.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Appliances

Washer Dryer Allowed

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,938/mo
Original Price $720,000
Sale Price $700,000

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

339

Median Asking Price

$1.57M

Median $/Sqft

$1,560

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

32

Median Sale Price

$1.52M

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205 E 78TH Street #7K, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

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 $1,938 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: RLS10562296
First Listed: 6/6/2019
Closed: 10/7/2019
Contract Date: 6/6/2019

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Lauren Bogan

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9200

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