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$879,000

205 E 78th St Apt 12J

New York, NY, 10075
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1Beds
1Baths
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Listing Notes

Grand Prewar One-Bedroom with Wood-Burning Fireplace, and Windowed Eat-In Kitchen in Prime Upper East Side This oversized, elegant one-bedroom, one-bathroom home offers the best of classic prewar living in the heart of the Upper East Side. With grand proportions, beautiful light, an in-unit washer/dryer, and a windowed eat-in kitchen, not to mention windows in every room, including the bathroom. This residence delivers both charm and functionality in equal measures. A gracious entry foyer welcomes you with a sense of arrival, setting the tone for the refined details that follow. The expansive living room is drenched in southern sunlight and features a working wood-burning fireplace, and custom built-ins, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. The spacious, windowed eat-in kitchen is thoughtfully designed for the modern cook. Outfitted with a new Bosch stainless steel refrigerator and LG stainless steel range, the kitchen also boasts generous wood cabinetry for exceptional storage and expansive counter space, making it a dream for everything from preparing multi-course meals to enjoying casual, in-kitchen dining at the built-in banquette. The north-facing bedroom is a true sanctuary, pin-drop quiet and overlooking the building's interior, offering peaceful respite from the city buzz. Its generous proportions easily accommodate a king-size bed and additional furnishings. Enjoy the oversized custom bedroom closest. Completing the home is a classic, windowed pre-war bathroom and the ultimate in convenience: an in-unit washer and dryer. Rich prewar details, including high ceilings, solid hardwood floors, and impeccable architectural character, make this home a timeless Upper East Side treasure. Built in 1931, this distinguished prewar cooperative offers full-service living with a 24-hour doorman, attentive staff, live-in superintendent, and concierge services. Residents enjoy a full suite of amenities including rental storage, bike storage, and a central laundry room. Pieds- -terre, guarantors, gifting, and co-purchasing are all permitted, and subletting is allowed with board approval after two years of residency. Pets are welcome, and through-wall air conditioners are permitted with board approval. For added convenience, monthly electricity for apartment 12J is a fixed rate of $118. Perfectly located in the heart of the Upper East Side, this home is moments from world-class dining, shopping, museums, and Central Park. With easy access to public transportation and all the charm of a classic Manhattan neighborhood, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy refined prewar living in one of the city's most desirable locations.

Market Insights

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Nearby median$1175/sqft
Nearby properties8
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Estimated Monthly Payment

Per month, all-in$5,777/mo

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  • Principal & interest$4,678
  • Property tax (est.)$806
  • Home insurance (est.)$293

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Listing Details

Days on market
364 days
Last price change
No change recorded
Listed
May 14, 2025
Photos
11 photos
Property type
coop
Status
for sale
Last sold
Mar 26, 2008 · $782,000

Features & Amenities

DoormanElevatorOutdoor SpaceFireplaceWasher DryerTwo Or More StoriesHigh CeilingRental PropertyHardwood FloorsDenShopping

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Building Facts

Year built
1931
Stories
20
Total units
222
Residential units
218
Building area
5.63 ac
Lot size
15,835 sqft
Land use
Mixed residential and commercial buildings
Building class
RM

From NYC public records where available.

Price History

May 6, 2026Initial record
$879,000for sale

Public Records

DOB violations3 open

82 total recorded against the building

HPD violations2 open

33 total recorded

ACRIS documents0

Tax-lot deed, mortgage, and transfer records on file

311 calls (12 mo)5,219

Top: heat/hot water

Top complaint types in ZIP 10075

  • HEAT/HOT WATER573
  • Illegal Parking533
  • Noise313
  • Street Condition306
  • Noise - Residential210

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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