Milton Coste

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(917) 416-7433
233 E 78th Street

$5,150,000

$1,373 per sq ft

233 E 78th Street

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10056922

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Nest Seekers International

4

Bedrooms

3

Baths

3,750

Sq. Ft.

1865

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 4
Living Area 3,750 sq ft
Year Built 1865
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Outdoor Space: Building Patio, Building Terrace, Patio, Terrace
  • Fireplace: Wood-burning or decorative fireplace
  • Style: Prewar architecture

Property Details

Type Single Family Residence
Total Rooms 8
Baths 3 Full
Heating Building Natural Gas, Natural Gas
Cooling Building Cooling, Central Air
Cross Street Third Avenue/Second Avenue
Year Built 1865
Living Area 3,750 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1433-0013
Block/Lot 1433/13

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Feb 16, 2017 $5,150,000 -
Price Reduced Apr 19, 2017 $5,400,000 +4.9%

Description

Graced with a bright, picturesque redbrick facade, this immaculate 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom single-family townhome is a union of sylvan charm and modern convenience. Features of this 4-story, 3,750 sq. ft. home include 6 fireplaces, a large aprox .460 square foot garden, an aprox. 220 square foot patio, central A/C, a washer/dryer, and a finished basement. The parlor level of the home contains a spacious entryway foyer (complete with a closet) as well as a bright sitting room that possesses a fireplace and leads out onto the patio. Situated one floor below, the garden level possesses a dining room, a powder room, a breakfast room and a massive eat-in kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with clean white cabinetry, marble countertops and backsplash, and a suite of high-end stainless steel appliances. The formal, street-facing dining room features a fireplace while the rear breakfast room leads out into the homes massive landscaped garden, a space that comes with a fully functioning fountain. All of the homes bedrooms occupy the third and fourth floors. Each bedroom boasts a fireplace and either has its own closet space or has easy access to one of several closets that line the hallway. Full bathrooms on each floor are shared between the bedrooms. One bathroom has a walk-in steam shower while the other possesses a bathtub. 233 East 78th lies within the family friendly confines of the Upper East Side. It sits amidst a collection of fabulous restaurants, cafes, and shops, and is close to a number of public and private schools. Just 5 blocks to the west lies Central Park.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace

Exterior Features

Garden Building Patio Building Terrace Patio Terrace

Building Information

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

20

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

N/A

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/15/26, 4:26 AM EST

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Location

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233 E 78th Street, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Third Avenue/Second Avenue

Floor Plans

Floor Plan 1

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1899
Year Built
127 years old
3
Floors
1
Residential Units
R8B
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $353,220
Land Value: $134,460
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 1,413 SF
Building Area: 2,600 SF
Built FAR: 1.84
Allowed FAR: 4

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

This property has 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms.

The listed interior living area is 3,750 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1865, making it approximately 161 years old.

At the current list price of $5,150,000 for 3,750 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,373. 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: RLS10056922
First Listed: 2/16/2017
Price Changed: 4/19/2017
Closed: 5/8/2018
Contract Date: 6/24/2015

Listing Courtesy of Nest Seekers International - Roya Cohen

Listing Contact: (646) 599-7686

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