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SOLD FOR $785,000

· Closed March 19, 2018

205 E 78TH Street #15T
Closed For Sale Condop

$785,000

$924 per sq ft

205 E 78TH Street #15T

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10483812

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Sotheby's International Realty, Inc.

2

Bedrooms

1

Bath

850

Sq. Ft.

1931

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 850 sq ft
Lot Size 15,835 sq ft
Year Built 1931
Ownership Condop
HOA/Common Charges $1,905/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 15 of 20

Property Highlights

  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1931)

Property Details

Type Condop
Ownership Condop
Total Rooms 4
Baths null Full
Floor 15 of 20
Pets Yes
Year Built 1931
Living Area 850 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Lot Size 15,835 sq ft
Parcel # 1433-1002-00205-000-000015T

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Mar 19, 2018 $835,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $785,000 -6.0%

Description

Welcome to this prewar two bedroom, one bath home located in a full service doorman building on the Upper East Side. Situated on a high floor, this beautifully renovated, mint condition home offers hard wood floors, beamed ceilings, crown molding and a wood burning fireplace with Victorian mantelpiece. The gracious entry way offers a generous coat closet, the separate kitchen is up to date with stainless steel GE appliances, the second bedroom or home office offers custom built ins, the over-sized master bedroom offers a North and West corner view as well as custom designed closets. Other home features: large, custom-designed walk-in closet where a personal washer dryer can be added, windowed bath, overhead lighting with dimmers, great closet space. 205 East 78th Street is a pristine, full service, elevator cooperative in the very best location in the Upper East Side on Third Avenue. The building offers a 24-hour door man, on-site superintendent, a state-of-the-art laundry room with ample machines, bike storage, and both large and small storage units. The maintenance fee includes utilities. Pied-a-terres are welcome here. Pets are welcome.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 218
Stories 20
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Common Charges $1,905/mo
Original Price $835,000
Sale Price $785,000

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

341

Median Asking Price

$1.67M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

41

Median Sale Price

$1.59M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/14/26, 3:04 AM EST

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Location

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205 E 78TH Street #15T, Upper East Side, New York County

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 common charges are $1,905 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 850 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1931, making it approximately 95 years old.

This listing is a condop, a hybrid structure where the building is legally a co-op but individual units are sold with greater flexibility, often including subletting rights similar to condos.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

At the current list price of $785,000 for 850 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $924. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.

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: RLS10483812
First Listed: 3/19/2018
Closed: 3/19/2018
Contract Date: 9/23/2015

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Inc. - Katherine Rosbottom

Listing Contact: (917) 370-5606

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