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SOLD FOR $360,000

Listed at $370,000 · Sold 2.7% below asking · Closed September 18, 2019

236 E 78th Street #2D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$370,000

236 E 78th Street #2D

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10556656

RLS at REBNY

Listing by The Corcoran Group

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $991/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 2 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,West facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1910)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 6
Exposure North,West
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue & Second Avenue
Year Built 1910
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1432-0036-00236-000-000002D

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 13, 2019 $370,000 -
Currently Apr 26, 2026 $370,000 -

Description

Welcome to apartment 2D at 236 East 78th Street! This investor friendly free market co-op is currently rented for $2400/month through November 2019, and could easily yield more! This charming one bedroom apartment is located on the parlor floor of a beautiful pre-war building on a serene tree-lined Upper East Side Street. The apartment boasts an eat-in-kitchen, elegant light fixtures, classic moldings, a mirrored wall, plenty of storage space, and a windowed bathroom with soaking tub. The flexible pet-friendly cooperative permits unlimited subletting from day one of ownership in perpetuity. An attractive entry point, low monthly carrying costs, and high rentability make this property the perfect new addition to your investment portfolio. The property is ideally situated among endless shopping, dining, museums, and a short walk to Central Park.Contactus today and begin earning cash flow on day one!

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 22
Stories 6
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $991/mo
Sale Price $360,000

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

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/26/26, 3:21 PM EST

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236 E 78th Street #2D, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue & Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1900
Year Built
126 years old
4
Floors
2
Residential Units
C4-6A
Zoning District

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $999,000
Land Value: $180,000
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,550 SF
Building Area: 9,651 SF
Built FAR: 3.78
Allowed FAR: 10

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 $991 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 1910, making it approximately 116 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: RLS10556656
First Listed: 5/13/2019
Closed: 9/18/2019
Contract Date: 5/13/2019

Listing Courtesy of The Corcoran Group - Antonia Watson

Listing Contact: (347) 768-5952

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