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SOLD FOR $1,950,000

· Closed October 1, 2020

221 E 78TH Street #4FG
Closed For Sale Co-op

$1,950,000

221 E 78TH Street #4FG

Upper East Side, Manhattan

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MLS® #RLS10625646

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

3

Bedrooms

3

Baths

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1948

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Year Built 1948
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $4,328/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 6

Property Highlights

  • Location: Upper East Side, Manhattan
  • Property Type: Co-op
  • Built: 1948

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 5
Baths 3 Full
Floor 4 of 6
Pets Yes
Cross Street 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE
Year Built 1948
Parcel # 1433-0007-00221-000-00004FG

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jan 16, 2020 $1,950,000 -
Currently Apr 22, 2026 $1,950,000 -

Description

This three-bed, three-bath apartment, in excellent condition is the large, open floor plan home you have been looking for featuring an enormous sun-splashed living/dining room and large open windowed kitchen with Caesarstone counters and marble back splash. The master bedroom is generously proportioned with more than enough room for a king sized bed. The en suite master bath is very generous, with a large soaking tub, separate glass enclosed shower that features a Kohler Tower Shower with two shower heads, four body sprays and a built in stone shower bench. Additional features of this stylish home include beautiful oak floors, custom mill work, stainless steel appliances, cedar closets throughout the apartment, electrified closets for light, floor outlets, solid hardwood paneled doors and two-zone central air conditioning.

Located on tree-lined East 78th St in the heart of the Upper East Side in a charming late-forties boutique building, the loft like space faces south onto the tree tops and the historic landmark townhouses across the street. The building features a part-time doorman (Monday thru Friday 8:00am-12:00am and Saturday and Sunday from 3:00pm-1:00am). There is a beautiful landscaped common garden for all to enjoy. Pied a terres and co purchasing are allowed. Sorry, no dogs.

Building Information

Building null
Total Units 54
Stories 6

Financial Details

Maintenance $4,328/mo
Sale Price $1,950,000

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

337

Median Asking Price

$1.65M

Median $/Sqft

$1,546

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

21

Price Reduced

26%

Sold (30 Days)

33

Median Sale Price

$1.50M

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221 E 78TH Street #4FG, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 3 AVENUE and 2 AVENUE

Floor Plans

Floor Plan

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 $4,328 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

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.

Pet policy requires confirmation with the listing broker.

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: RLS10625646
First Listed: 1/16/2020
Closed: 10/1/2020
Contract Date: 1/16/2020

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Adrienne Berman

Listing Contact: (212) 906-9200

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