SOLD FOR $5,600,000
Listed at $5,950,000 · Sold 5.9% below asking · Closed March 8, 2024
233 E 78th Street
MLS® #RLS10939298
Listing by Sothebys International Realty
3
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
3,204
Sq. Ft.
1865
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace
- Fireplace: 1 fireplace
Property Details
Description
Experience the grandeur of 233 East 78th Street, a meticulously renovated, triple mint townhome. This property offers approximately 3,200 +/- square feet of luxury interior living, easily accessible with newly installed elevator and complemented by 680 +/- square feet of landscaped outdoor space. With all the modern-day conveniences at the forefront, this home is truly turnkey and ready for its new owner. Notable upgrades: - New roof - New plumbing and electrical systems - Custom Cabinetry throughout - Elevator accessing the entire home - Radiant heated floors in most rooms - Automated leak detection system - 9 zone HVAC and Humidification system - Sonos Sound system on floors 1 and 2, with ability to extend - Control4 Lutron Home Automation - Self-Irrigating backyard, entryway, and terrace - WiFi extenders, including the backyard - Heated Entryway forcourt for ultimate convenience in the winter Enter through your private gated entryway into the main level of the home. The well lit and inviting see-through foyer is enhanced by a spacious coat closet and mud room. The chef’s kitchen has been designed for efficiency and comfort with only the highest end appliances and amenities. At the back of the kitchen, you can exit through accordion glass, floor to ceiling doors into the peaceful 460 +/- sqft outdoor garden, irrigated, lit and completed with a serene waterfall. Main level features include: - Custom cabinetry throughout - Miele appliances- stove, 2 dishwashers, 2 ovens, 2 sinks, refrigerator, dual wine fridge and microwave - Bi-fold Adler glass doors As you move upstairs, you discover the beautifully renovated stairwell, bathed in natural light from the custom skylight at the heart of the home. This feature continues to shine after sundown, transitioning from natural to powered ambient lights to maintain its aesthetic brilliance. On the second level, you are welcomed by a TV room/seating area that overlooks 78th Street. Adjacent to this is a formal living room adorned with a gas fireplace which opens to a 220 +/- square feet terrace, creating a perfect balance of indoor-outdoor living. The almost 10’ ceilings in these rooms provide an ideal showcase for your art collection. Second Floor features include: - Gas fireplace - Bar - TV Room equipped with Sonos The upper two floors boast floor through en suites, each accompanied by designated home offices that can be easily transformed into additional bedrooms, sitting rooms or oversized closets. Both suites offer individual climate controls, as well as electric blackout shades. The basement houses an extremely clean and well-maintained mechanical room along with a quiet study, laundry room and gym area.
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About Upper East Side
View All Upper East Side ListingsThe Upper East Side remains the gold standard for classic New York elegance. Known for 'Museum Mile' and its quiet, 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
322
Median Asking Price
$1.32M
Median $/Sqft
$1,472
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
12
Price Reduced
23%
Sold (30 Days)
37
Median Sale Price
$1.40M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 3/27/26, 4:16 AM EST
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Location
233 E 78th Street, Upper East Side, New York County
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