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SOLD FOR $580,000

Listed at $625,000 · Sold 7.2% below asking · Closed January 10, 2022

166 E 78th Street #4-A
Closed For Sale Co-op

$625,000

166 E 78th Street #4-A

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10733983

RLS at REBNY

Listing by Buchbinder & Warren Realty Group LLC

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

N/A

Sq. Ft.

1920

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Year Built 1920
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $1,350/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side
Floor 4 of 5

Property Highlights

  • Exposure: North,South facing
  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Character: Pre-war building (1920)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 4
Baths 1 Full
Floor 4 of 5
Exposure North,South
Pets Yes
Cross Street Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue
Year Built 1920
Architectural Style Prewar
Block/Lot 1412/45

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Jul 27, 2021 $625,000 -
Currently May 14, 2026 $625,000 -

Description

Pristine, Move-In Ready - No Board Approval

A fabulous opportunity to live in a charming one-bedroom brownstone co-op on the Upper East Side!

This apartment, located on the pristine tree lined East 78th Street, is a sponsor unit, and does not require board approval.

Apt. 4A at 166 East 78th St. is a recently renovated, delightful one-bedroom, located between Lexington and Third Avenues, on a quiet street with high ceilings that provides you with a private retreat from the hustle bustle of living on the Upper East Side.

The kitchen is fitted with stainless steel appliances and a granite countertop. With four windows in the living room the apartment is sun drenched all day long.

166 East 78th Street is a charming, 10 unit, five-story Prewar walk-up co-op. It is easily accessible to the 6 subway trains, within walking distance to wonderful dining, shopping and entertainment.

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Building Information

Financial Details

Maintenance $1,350/mo
Sale Price $580,000

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

340

Median Asking Price

$1.64M

Median $/Sqft

$1,498

Avg Days on Market

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New This Week

24

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

0

Median Sale Price

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166 E 78th Street #4-A, Upper East Side, New York County • Near Lexington Avenue/Third Avenue

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: $107,400
Land Value: $19,740
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 2,870 SF
Building Area: 1,552 SF
Built FAR: 0.54
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 $1,350 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom 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.

Pets are permitted at this property. Contact the listing broker for weight limits or breed restrictions.

To schedule a private showing, contact Milton Coste at (917) 416-7433 or mcoste@kwnyc.com. 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: RLS10733983
First Listed: 7/27/2021
Price Changed: 7/27/2021
Closed: 1/10/2022
Contract Date: 7/27/2021

Listing Courtesy of Buchbinder & Warren Realty Group LLC - Matthew Olden

Listing Contact: (917) 991-3470

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