Milton Coste

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179 E 78TH Street #2C
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$460,000

179 E 78TH Street #2C

Lenox Hill, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS20091279

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC

Studio

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms Studio
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1920
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $965/mo
Neighborhood Lenox Hill
Floor 2 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Floor 2 of 5
Pets Yes
Year Built 1920
Structure Type HighRise
Basement Other
Block/Lot 01413/7502

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed May 14, 2026 $460,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $460,000 -

Description

EXCEPTIONAL STUDIO CONDO!

City meets country in this beautifully appointed exceptional studio condominium! Enjoy quiet tranquility with views of greenery outside your window while living in the prime sweet spot of the Upper East Side.

Take the elevator or walk one flight up to this lovely home. The exceptional layout lends itself to a very comfortable
and flexible living space. There is a windowed dining gallery as you enter complete with a custom armoire designed by Little Wolf housing a tremendous amount of storage.

The nicely appointed galley kitchen features a Viking four (4) burner stove, granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, refrigerator, dishwasher and finished with beautiful Ann Sacks tile backsplash and substantial pot hanger.

Down the hall you will find beautifully crafted open bookcases with storage cabinets custom designed by Little Wolf creating a separate sleeping area allowing for a queen size bed. Display your favorite pieces and house your books with plentiful storage in the cabinets below.

The lovely living room has northern exposure. Enjoy the quiet and views of greenery. The windows have custom shutters and there is a ceiling fan along with a through the wall air conditioner.

A hallway with lovely white wainscot paneling lends itself to a country aesthetic and leads to the bathroom complete with a marble top vanity. There is a tremendous custom designed California Closet with ample shelving, hanging space and built in dresser of drawers.

Hardwood floors, upgraded lighting and approximately 9' high ceilings complete this wonderful home!

The 179 E 78th Street Condominium offers a building washer/dryer free of charge. There is bicycle storage and storage units (with waiting list)

NO PETS PLEASE. There is a monthly assessment of $86.90 through 12/31/26 to replenish building reserves

RET PRIMARY RESIDENT WITH CONDO ABATEMENT APPROX. $432/mo.
RET NON-PRIMARY RESIDENT $523.31

Located in the prime and vibrant sweet spot of the Upper East Side, 179 E 78th Street is conveniently located to transportation on 79th Street Crosstown Bus and #6 and Q trains. There is convenient proximity to Central Park, Museum Mile, 92nd Street Y and multitude of shopping, boutiques, restaurants and eateries including Citarella and Eataly.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Building None

Exterior Features

None

Building Information

Building Data View Compliance & Permits
Total Units 14
Stories 5
Structure HighRise

Financial Details

Maintenance $965/mo

Lenox Hill occupies a residential section of the Upper East Side, defined by proximity to Central Park, major medical institutions (Memorial Sloan Kettering, Weill Cornell, Lenox Hill Hospital), and the Madison Avenue retail corridor. Housing stock ranges from large pre-war cooperatives to modern condominiums with East River and skyline views.

Lenox Hill Live Market Data

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Active Listings

632

Median Asking Price

$1.70M

Median $/Sqft

$1,426

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

39

Price Reduced

38%

Sold (30 Days)

61

Median Sale Price

$1.46M

Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 5/14/26, 7:03 PM EST

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179 E 78TH Street #2C, Lenox Hill, New York County

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

1925
Year Built
101 years old
2
Floors
1
Residential Units
R4A
Zoning District
One Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $114,600
Land Value: $31,080
Exemptions: $1,420

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

Lot Area: 4,433 SF
Building Area: 2,910 SF
Built FAR: 0.66
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 $965 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 0 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1920, making it approximately 106 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: RLS20091279
First Listed: 5/14/2026
On Market: 5/14/2026
Price Changed: 5/14/2026
Contract Date: 5/14/2026

Listing Courtesy of Brown Harris Stevens Residential Sales LLC - Kathleen Moosher

Listing Contact: (212) 317-3679

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