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205 E 78th St Apt 16B
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Listing Notes
Welcome home to a one bedroom, one bathroom prewar home on the 16th floor of a full service building located in one of the Upper East Side's most sought after buildings. Enter through a gracious foyer with large coat closet into a bright, quiet space that features an oversized living room with custom built-ins, through-wall AC units, and room for a dedicated home office area, and/or a cozy dining nook. The open plan Pullman kitchen with dishwasher flows seamlessly into the space, making everyday living effortless. The king-sized bedroom offers excellent closet space, beautiful light, and city views. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and a windowed en suite bathroom make this space a quiet escape. Enjoy the prewar details in the full bath, including original subway tiles, oversized tub and charming bath fittings . The opportunity: design it your way. This apartment is a true opportunity to customize, renovate, and create your dream home exactly to your taste. Located at 205 East 78th Street, a full-service elevator building with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, laundry, bike storage, and flexible policies (subletting and pied-Ã -terres allowed). Pets welcome. In-unit W/D permitted. Gas & electric included in maintenance. Perfectly positioned near Upper East Side favorites like JG Melon, Sushi Noz, and Thep Thai Restaurant, plus easy access to the Q Subway Line and 6 Subway Line for seamless commuting. A rare chance to create something special in one of Manhattan's most sought-after neighborhood.
Market Insights
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- Price history is limited, so current comps matter more than trend alone.
- Square footage is missing, so valuation should lean more heavily on comps and condition.
Estimated Monthly Payment
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- Principal & interest$2,656
- Property tax (est.)$457
- Home insurance (est.)$166
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Listing Details
- Days on market
- 20 days
- Last price change
- No change recorded
- Listed
- Apr 22, 2026
- Photos
- 7 photos
- Property type
- coop
- Status
- for sale
- Last sold
- Mar 14, 2023 · $530,000
Features & Amenities
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Building Facts
- Year built
- 1931
- Stories
- 20
- Total units
- 222
- Residential units
- 218
- Building area
- 5.63 ac
- Lot size
- 15,836 sqft
- Land use
- Mixed residential and commercial buildings
- Building class
- RM
From NYC public records where available.
Price History
Public Records
82 total recorded against the building
33 total recorded
Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file
Top: heat/hot water
Top complaint types in ZIP 10075
- HEAT/HOT WATER572
- Illegal Parking535
- Noise314
- Street Condition307
- Noise - Residential211
Recent DOB
- Aug 1, 2024V-DOB VIOLATION - ACTIVE · FISPFCS-FAILURE TO CORRECT SWARMP CONDITIONS (FACADE) FACADE REQUIRED
- Apr 3, 2024V*-DOB VIOLATION - DISMISSED · AEUHAZ1-FAIL TO CERTIFY CLASS 1 NONE
- Nov 9, 2020V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
- Nov 9, 2020V*-DOB VIOLATION - Resolved · E-ELEVATOR ELEVATORREQUIRED
Recent HPD
- Feb 3, 2024Class B · § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT BATHROOM IN THE 3rd BATHROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT PHAB, 19th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT N...
- Feb 3, 2024Class B · § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE 3rd BATHROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT PHAB, 19th STORY, 1st APARTMENT F...
- May 6, 2021Class A · § 26-1103 ADMIN. CODE: POST AND MAINTAIN A PROPER NOTICE ON WALL OF THE ENTRANCE STORY IN ENGLISH AND SPANISH ON THE AVAILABILITY OF THE AGENCY S HOUSING INFORMATION GUIDE. A SA...
- May 6, 2021Class A · § 27-2053 ADM CODE POST SIGN ON WALL OF ENTRANCE STORY BEARING NAME, ADDRESS INCLUDING APARTMENT NUMBER IF ANY, AND TELEPHONE NUMBER OF SUPERINTENDENT, JANITOR OR HOUSEKEEPER. A...
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