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· Closed February 5, 2020

205 E 78TH Street #9C
Closed For Sale Co-op

$655,000

205 E 78TH Street #9C

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10588464

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Coldwell Banker Warburg

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Lot Size 15,835 sq ft
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,648/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 9 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 3
Baths 1 Full
Floor 9 of 20
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Exposure West
Pets Yes
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 15,835 sq ft
Parcel # 1433-1002-00205-000-000009C

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 5, 2019 $685,000 -
Currently Apr 23, 2026 $655,000 -4.4%

Description

Move right into this lovely 1 bedroom prewar cooperative in the heart of the Upper East Side. This charming home boasts a gracious entry foyer with two large closets, a bright, inviting living room, and an open kitchen with wood cabinets, granite countertops and a breakfast bar that accommodates 3 barstools. The spacious bedroom has two large walk-in closets and an en suite windowed renovated bathroom. Other details include high beamed ceilings, decorative moldings, through-wall A/C, CitiQuet windows in both the bedroom and living room and beautifully maintained hardwood floors. Open city skyline views and beautiful sunsets complete this West-facing home. Built in 1931, 205 East 78th Street is an iconic Art Deco building known for its beautiful detailing on the façade and in the lobby. This well-managed cooperative is pet friendly (up to 30 lbs.) and has a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent and recently renovated hallways. The building also has a central laundry room, bike storage and basement storage. Situated on the corner of 78th Street and 3rd Avenue on one of the prettiest tree-lined streets, this convenient location is near the 4,5,6 & Q subway lines, crosstown bus, Central Park, Equinox, Citarella and just steps from many of the Upper East Side's best restaurants and shops. Monthly electric charge of $87.80. A washer/dryer can be added with board approval. Pied-a-terres, co-purchasing and guarantors are considered on a case by case basis. 75% financing permitted.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Entrance Foyer Eat In Kitchen Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area

Building Information

Total Units 218
Stories 20
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,648/mo
Original Price $685,000
Sale Price $655,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.55M

Median $/Sqft

$1,534

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

24

Price Reduced

25%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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205 E 78TH Street #9C, Upper East Side, New York County

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 $1,648 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 1928, making it approximately 98 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: RLS10588464
First Listed: 8/5/2019
Closed: 2/5/2020
Contract Date: 9/11/2019

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Warburg - Tania Isacoff Friedland

Listing Contact: (212) 439-4555

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