SOLD FOR $4,600,000
Listed at $5,000,000 · Sold 8.0% below asking · Closed October 23, 2024
2 E 78th Street
MLS® #RLS10989353
Listing by Sothebys International Realty
3
Bedrooms
1.5
Baths
2,500
Sq. Ft.
1887
Year Built
Quick Summary
Property Highlights
- Views: City
- Exposure: North,South facing
- Outdoor Space: Building Terrace, Terrace
Property Details
Listing History
| Event | Date | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 14, 2023 | $5,000,000 | - |
| Price Reduced | Apr 17, 2024 | $5,750,000 | +15.0% |
Description
Just off Fifth Avenue, 2 East 78th Street is a renovated and impeccably-maintained house presenting a myriad of possibilities. Currently serving as the headquarters for a private foundation, the residence has been redesigned by Keenen/Riley. 2 East 78th Street’s current zoning (R10) allows for all of the following uses: Residential, Live/Work, Community Facility (including Nonprofit, Educational, Medical, Governmental), and its current configuration could easily be adapted to suit a new owner’s needs. Each of the four floors has a pleasingly-proportioned, almost square plan and a modern design sensibility. The garden floor, currently a stainless-steel-clad eat-in Kitchen, opens to a small terrace with a planting bed. Above, the rooms are open-plan and have pretty treetop views onto East 78th Street and the gorgeous limestone façade of the James B. Duke Mansion. Built in 1925 and exceptionally situated on a beautiful, tree-lined street moments from Central Park, 2 East 78th Street’s stellar locale and outlooks are further enhanced by the very attractive and architecturally-significant neighboring buildings. Annual Taxes: $68,728 Building Dimensions: 26.5’ x 25.8’ Lot Size*: 26.5’ x 25.8’ Approximate Internal Square Footage: 2,425 Approximate External Square Footage*: 325 No additional FAR permitted Upper East Side Historic District Zoning: R10, R8B, P1, LH-1A *Non-possessory right to use Terrace/Garden granted by easement in perpetuity
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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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339
Median Asking Price
$1.57M
Median $/Sqft
$1,560
Avg Days on Market
N/A
New This Week
25
Price Reduced
28%
Sold (30 Days)
32
Median Sale Price
$1.52M
Live data from RLS at REBNY • Updated 4/27/26, 8:26 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 $68,736, or roughly $5,728 per month. Verify the current assessment with your attorney before closing.
This property has 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom and 1 half bathroom.
The listed interior living area is 2,500 square feet. Verify dimensions independently during due diligence.
According to MLS records, the building was constructed in 1887, making it approximately 139 years old.
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At the current list price of $5,000,000 for 2,500 sq ft, the asking price per square foot is approximately $2,000. This figure is for reference only and may differ from appraised or assessed values.
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