Milton Coste

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221 E 78TH Street #2B
Closed For Sale Co-op

$599,000

221 E 78TH Street #2B

Upper West Side, Manhattan

221 E. 78 STREET TE

MLS® #RLS10471419

RLS at REBNY

Listing by CORE Group Marketing LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1948

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1948
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,548/mo
Neighborhood Upper West Side

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: East,North facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Exposure East,North
Pets Yes
Year Built 1948
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1433-0007-00221-000-000002B

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Nov 11, 2016 $599,999 -
Currently May 4, 2026 $599,000 -0.2%

Description

No Board Approval- Sponsor unit! Located on a tree-lined street in the heart of the Upper East Side, a mere two blocks from the 6 train and buses, this newly renovated, quiet 1-bedroom home overlooks the building's charming courtyard garden as well as the neighboring townhomes.

The roomy living room with separate dining area provides a great place to entertain. The windowed kitchen has been updated and modernized with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry and black granite countertops. All new marble tiling and fixtures grace the windowed master bath which also features a soaking tub. The original hardwood floors found throughout the apartment have all been expertly restored and refinished to their original beauty. Abundant closet space and new windows complete this perfect home.

The building features a part-time doorman, live-in super, laundry room, bike room, storage and has a courtyard garden for residents to enjoy. Don't miss your chance to own an apartment in this charming 1940's boutique building. Pieds-a-terre welcome. Cats are okay, but sorry no dogs.

There is currently an assessment in place of $198.12 per month until October 2022 for new windows.

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,548/mo
Original Price $599,999
Sale Price $599,000
Previous Price $599,999

The Upper West Side (UWS) is celebrated for its cultural richness and architectural grandeur. Set between Central Park and Riverside Park, the neighborhood provides direct access to green space within the urban grid. Residents enjoy easy access to Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and a popular culinary scene. The real estate landscape is famous for its historic brownstones and iconic 'white-glove' apartment buildings along Central Park West and Riverside Drive.

Upper West Side Live Market Data

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Active Listings

581

Median Asking Price

$1.50M

Median $/Sqft

$1,492

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

27

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

79

Median Sale Price

$1.81M

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221 E 78TH Street #2B, Upper West Side, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1900
Year Built
126 years old
6
Floors
41
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
Elevator Apartments

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $1,872,450
Land Value: $251,100
Exemptions: $6,870

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

Lot Area: 6,560 SF
Building Area: 27,468 SF
Built FAR: 4.19
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 $1,548 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 1948, making it approximately 78 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: RLS10471419
First Listed: 11/11/2016
Price Changed: 11/29/2016
Closed: 6/6/2017
Contract Date: 11/11/2016

Listing Courtesy of CORE Group Marketing LLC - Sarah G Lipman

Listing Contact: (917) 957-5097

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