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SOLD FOR $399,000

· Closed January 31, 2023

421 E 78th Street #2D
Closed For Sale Co-op

$399,000

$665 per sq ft

421 E 78th Street #2D

Upper East Side, Manhattan

MLS® #RLS10823722

RLS at REBNY

Listing by HomeLister

1

Bedroom

1

Bath

600

Sq. Ft.

1910

Year Built

Quick Summary

Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Living Area 600 sq ft
Year Built 1910
Ownership Co-op
Maintenance $875/mo
Neighborhood Upper East Side

Property Highlights

  • Style: Prewar architecture
  • Climate Control: Central Air
  • Character: Pre-war building (1910)

Property Details

Type Co-op
Ownership Stock Cooperative
Total Rooms 2
Baths 1 Full
Cooling Central Air
Pets Yes
Cross Street 1st & York Avenue
Year Built 1910
Living Area 600 sq ft
Architectural Style Prewar
Parcel # 1473-0014-00421-000-000002D

Listing History

Event Date Price Change
Listed Aug 1, 2022 $399,000 -
Currently May 3, 2026 $399,000 -

Description

Perfect one bedroom apartment in a lovely coop building on the Upper East Side. Completely renovated and move-in ready. Apartment has wood floors, cherry wood kitchen, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher. and decorative fireplace with electric fire. Laundry in the building. Tree-lined neighborhood. Near the east river, the Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Arts. Enjoy living in this neighborhood with many great restaurants. Carl Schultz Park is close by. You can stroll along the promenade and enjoy beautiful views of the East River and the Triborough Bridge after your busy day. Do not miss this great opportunity. Call today to view this wonderful apartment. Unit can be subleased after two years of ownership. Dogs are not allowed but other pets are ok. Sublease requires a minimum 12 month lease term. There is no limit on the number of years/times the Apt can be subleased. HOA approval is not needed for sublease renewal.

















Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Common Area

Financial Details

Maintenance $875/mo
Sale Price $399,000

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

338

Median Asking Price

$1.75M

Median $/Sqft

$1,536

Avg Days on Market

N/A

New This Week

29

Price Reduced

28%

Sold (30 Days)

36

Median Sale Price

$1.53M

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421 E 78th Street #2D, Upper East Side, New York County • Near 1st & York Avenue

Building Information

Official NYC property records for this building

2025
Year Built
1 years old
3
Floors
2
Residential Units
R4-1
Zoning District
Two Family Dwellings

Tax & Assessment

Assessed Value: $54,120
Land Value: $24,300
Exemptions: $0

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

Lot Area: 3,000 SF
Building Area: 2,656 SF
Built FAR: 0.89
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 $875 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.

This property has 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom.

The listed interior living area is 600 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.

According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1910, making it approximately 116 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.

At the current list price of $399,000 for 600 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $665. 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 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: RLS10823722
First Listed: 8/1/2022
Price Changed: 8/1/2022
Closed: 1/31/2023
Contract Date: 8/1/2022

Listing Courtesy of HomeLister - Greg Balderacchi

Listing Contact: (855) 400-8566

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