Investment opportunity! 157 E 78 now $4.9 million. Enjoy single family living or LIVE/WORK in this 18 foot wide 4 floor south facing, sun filled townhouse on one of the Upper East Side's most fashionable treelined blocks. This historic home boasts a roof under warranty until 2033, upgraded electricity and 2 new 74 gallon gas powered water heaters. With approximately 3139 square feet of living space, an 850 square foot garden and the potential for 120 square feet of potential expansion space to be confirmed by the purchasers architect and the DOB this is a spectacular investment. Enter this residence at street level to an entry hall complete with a powder room, an eat in kitchen and a large and elegant living/dining area with a decorative fireplace that is adjacent to the welcoming outdoor space. On the second floor you will find the expansive double parlor with two decorative fireplaces, a restful study, a mini kitchen and a small powder room. The third and fourth floors provide private space with four bedrooms, three baths and generous closets. In addition this home has three additional half baths. The large basement with washer/dryer and small bath provides an opportunity for additional storage, a wine cellar, or a gym. The monthly taxes are currently $5350. Manhattan's Upper East Side is home to the Metropolitan and Frick Museums, the aesthetics and recreational options of Central Park, haute couture boutiques, as well as world renowned cuisine and medical facilities. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Call for an appointment.
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Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1861
Living Area: 3,100 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Corcoran Group
Office Phone: (212) 355-3550
Listing Agent: Maureen Leness
Agent Phone: (917) 414-8043
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: No
Fireplace: Bedroom, Decorative
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Partial Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Total Bedroom Count: 4
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Cooling: Other
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $4,900,000
Price Per SqFt: $1,581/SqFt
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PS 6 Lillie D Blake
45 E 81st St
Distance between this listing and this school0.25 miles
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PS 290 Manhattan New School
311 E 82nd St
Distance between this listing and this school0.32 miles
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PS 158 Baylard Taylor
1458 York Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.51 miles
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Jr High School 167 Robert F Wagner
220 E 76th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.18 miles
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Ella Baker School
317 E 67th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.62 miles
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East Side Middle School
331 E 91st St
Distance between this listing and this school0.74 miles
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Eleanor Roosevelt High School
411 E 76th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.40 miles
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Talent Unlimited High School
317 E 67th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.62 miles
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Vanguard High School
317 E 67th St # 401
Distance between this listing and this school0.62 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $123,864. The majority of New York, NY residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 157 E 78th St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 157 E 78th St property is $4,900,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 157 E 78th St is a townhouse located in New York City, New York, 10075.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 157 E 78th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 157 E 78th St has 4 bedrooms and 3 full and 3 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 157 E 78th St is 3,100 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 157 E 78th St is 1861.
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This home is located at 157 E 78th St in New York City, NY and zip code 10075 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. This 3,100 square foot home was built in 1861. Features: 4 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 01, 2023 and is currently priced at $4,900,000.
Over 154 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2024 in New York, NY. In the same period over 748 listings were sold below the listed price and 645 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of homes for sale in New York, NY increased by 3.7% between February 2024 and March 2024. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 96 days, the median list price was $845,489.
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