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SOLD FOR $1,500,000

· Closed December 19, 2020

205 E 78th Street #11-L
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,500,000

205 E 78th Street #11-L

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10563559

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Compass

2

Bedrooms

2

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1928

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Year Built 1928
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,223/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 11 of 19

Property Highlights

  • Views: City
  • Exposure: East,South facing
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 6
Baths 2 Full
Floor 11 of 19
View City
Exposure East,South
Cooling Wall Units
Pets Yes
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1928
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1433/7501

Description

This beautiful pre-war 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom designer home is a must see! Enter into a large inviting foyer with two closets. The windowed kitchen has marble countertops and beautiful wood cabinetry, sub zero and Viking appliances including a full size wine refrigerator. Off of the kitchen is an oversized dining room or library. The large living room has a beautiful wood burning fireplace and built in book shelves. The bedrooms are gracious and the flexible floor plan gives an option to create a third bedroom. Both the master en suite and second bathroom are outfitted with waterworks marble and fixtures. The apartment has sunny, open city views from every window, with no obstructed views. All new electrical and plumbing, original wood floors, molding, details and charm throughout. Washer/dryer in-unit are permitted and thru wall AC has been approved! Built in 1925 and converted to a cooperative in 1987, this is a pristine 20-story Art Deco building boasting an elegant lobby and hallways that were recently renovated. Residents' amenities include a full-time doorman, live-in super, common laundry, storage and bike rooms. The location is superior, proximal to everything: Central Park, shopping, restaurants and public transportation.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Den Entrance Foyer Building Washer Dryer Install Allowed Common Area Fireplace

Appliances

Dryer Washer

Building Information

Stories 19
Style Prewar

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,223/mo
Sale Price $1,500,000

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

332

Median Asking Price

$1.65M

Median $/Sqft

$1,533

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

27%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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205 E 78th Street #11-L, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about this property

The current listed monthly maintenance are $4,223 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.

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: RLS10563559
First Listed: 9/10/2007
Closed: 12/19/2020
Contract Date: 7/20/2020

Listing Courtesy of Compass - Alyssa Marie Hugh

Listing Contact: (321) 202-0541

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