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  • $4,467,000

    157 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075

    4beds
    3,139sqft
    Townhouse
    Built in 1899
    -- sqft lot
    $7,248,000 Zestimate®
    $1,423/sqft
    $7,889 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $7,248,000

    $5.94M - $8.77M

    $7,889/mo

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    What's special

    Offer accepted. 157 East 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 has a roof under warranty until 2033, upgraded electricity, 2 new 74 gallon gas powered water heaters, approximately 3139 square feet of indoor living space, an 850 square foot garden and the potential for 120 square feet of expansion space to be confirmed by the purchaser's architect and the DOB. This meticulously maintained home lends itself to gracious living and entertaining with an expansive parlor floor and lovely private outdoor space for gardening or dining. 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. The large basement with washer/dryer and small bath provides an opportunity for additional storage, a wine cellar, or a gym. Manhattan's Upper East Side is home to the Metropolitan and Frick Museums, the aesthetics and recreational facilities of Central Park, haute couture boutiques, as well as renowned cuisine and medical facilities. This is an opportunity not to be missed! Call for an appointment.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Maureen Leness,

    Corcoran

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1665588

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    • Fireplace features: Decorative
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,139
    • Total interior livable area: 3,139 sqft

    Property

    Features
    • Exterior features: Garden
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Garden
    Details
    • Parcel number: 014130024
    • Special conditions: Resale

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: Townhouse
    • Property subtype: Townhouse
    Condition
    • Year built: 1899

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Lenox Hill
    Location
    • Region: New York

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $1,423/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $7,934,000
    • Annual tax amount: $64,008
    • Date on market: 6/1/2023

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/9/2024Sold$4,467,000-8.8%$1,423/sqft
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    5/19/2024Pending sale$4,900,000$1,561/sqft
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    11/10/2023Listing removed--
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    9/22/2023Price change$4,900,000-7.5%$1,561/sqft
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    6/1/2023Listed for sale$5,300,000$1,688/sqft
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    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$63,972 $476,040 +15.3%
    2024$63,972 -0.4%$412,800 +9.1%
    2023$64,200 $378,300 -5.7%
    2022-- $401,220 +10.4%
    2021-- $363,420 -7.3%
    2020-- $392,040 -4.3%
    2019$56,181 +1.9%$409,800 +55.6%
    2018$55,107 +8.8%$263,430 +6%
    2017$50,661 +8.1%$248,520 +6%
    2016$46,870 $234,454 +6%
    2015$46,870 +65.8%$221,184
    2014$28,277 $221,184 +0.8%
    2013-- $219,525 +6%
    2012-- $207,100 +6%
    2011-- $195,379 +6%
    2010-- $184,320
    2009-- $184,320 +0.8%
    2008-- $182,938 +6%
    2007-- $172,584 +6%
    2006-- $162,816 +6%
    2005-- $153,600
    2004-- $153,600 +0.8%
    2003-- $152,449 +6%
    2002-- $143,820 +6%
    2001-- $135,680 +6%
    2000-- $128,000
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    Neighborhood: Upper East Side

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