SOLD FOR $1,077,500
· Closed July 11, 2024
205 E 78th Street #9H
MLS® #RLS10985731
Listing by Compass
2
Bedrooms
2
Baths
985
Sq. Ft.
1931
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Fireplace: 1 fireplace
- Character: Pre-war building (1931)
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Feb 9, 2024 | $1,095,000 | - |
| Currently | Apr 28, 2026 | $1,077,500 | -1.6% |
Description
UNDERSTATED ELEGANCE Back on market! Exceptional value meets beauty and scale in this quintessential prewar 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in prime Upper East Side. Bathed in southern light through over-sized windows, the living room graciously accommodates dining table and conversation area. Beautifully adorned with a working wood burning fireplace flanked by built-in display shelving with storage below, this room oozes warmth by day and night. The large eat-in-kitchen offers an exciting opportunity to create your dream chef’s kitchen with zero compromises! Retire to your king-sized bedroom with 2 generous California closet plus en suite bath where you can luxuriate in a relaxing soak after a long day. The second bedroom is also well proportioned with 2 closets and fantastic southern light with open city views. The main bathroom also boasts a deep vintage soaking tub, pedestal sink and black and white tiling. Throughout are richly stained oak hardwood floors, high beamed ceilings, prewar details and custom radiator covers. Quietly situated in 205 East 78th Street, an Art Deco building built Circa 1925. Residents here enjoy a thoughtful, caring staff including full-time doormen and live-in Superintendent. There is central laundry, bike storage and private storage for rent. Pets (1 per apartment) and in-unit Washer/Dryers are permitted as are pied-a-terres, subletting, guarantors, co-purchasing, parents buying for children, and gifting. Enjoy living proximate to an array of fine and casual dining options, shopping, Central Park, John Jay and Carl Schurz Parks, Museums and easy transportation to anywhere in Manhattan. Your new home awaits!
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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
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343
Median Asking Price
$1.52M
Median $/Sqft
$1,546
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
26
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
34
Median Sale Price
$1.53M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 8:38 PM EST
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this property
The current listed monthly maintenance are $3,331 per month. Confirm the exact amount with the listing broker before making an offer.
The current listed annual property tax is $0, or roughly $0 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms.
The listed interior living area is 985 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1931, making it approximately 95 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.
At the current list price of $1,077,500 for 985 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $1,094. 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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