SOLD FOR $10,450,000
· Closed December 19, 2025
22 E 78th Street
MLS® #RLS20063506
Listing by Compass
5
Bedrooms
4.5
Baths
5,500
Sq. Ft.
1910
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Outdoor Space: Terrace, Rooftop
- Fireplace: 1 fireplace
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Dec 9, 2025 | $10,999,000 | - |
| Currently | May 13, 2026 | $10,450,000 | -5.0% |
Description
This pristine elegant five-story townhouse is ideally located between Fifth and Madison Avenue on one of the finest streets in New York City Gold Coast. The house features a grand reception room with wood burning fireplace, opening to a double height gallery with 22 feet ceilings, appointed with hand painted wood flooring and beautiful custom built-in closets. On the same floor there is a grand library with wood burning fireplace and custom book shelves. One floor up is the impressive 34 feet double living room perfect for entertaining. The entire 3rd floor is the luxurious primary suite with a huge dressing room. On the 4th floor are two generous sized bedrooms with a south facing terrace overlooking the tree tops. On the ground floor are a beautiful paneled mirrored formal dining room, a chef’s kitchen equipped with Sub-Zero refrigerator, two Miele dishwashers and Viking range, also a intimate breakfast room. In the back is an elegant lushly landscaped garden. There are an exercise room and staff quarters with full bathroom in the basement. Overall the house allows 4 or 5 bedrooms and 6.5 bathrooms. Built in 1871, this house has been meticulously maintained and renovated for functionality and style. Oversized windows throughout offer excellent natural light. Five fireplaces in total. The electric and plumbing systems are recently updated. Central AC and home management system complete this wonderful home. The most prestigious location in New York is just one block from Central Park, surrounded by the finest restaurants and bars such as Sant Ambroeus and the famed Bemelmans at Carlyle hotel, unlimited shopping options on Madison Avenue. A short walk to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and some world renowned galleries.
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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 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
View NeighborhoodActive Listings
340
Median Asking Price
$1.70M
Median $/Sqft
$1,498
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
22
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
43
Median Sale Price
$1.60M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/13/26, 11:24 AM EST
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Common questions about this property
The current listed common charges are $0 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $98,652, or roughly $8,221 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms and 2 half bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 5,500 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 years old.
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At the current list price of $10,450,000 for 5,500 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,900. 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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