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  • Price cut: $40K (6/23)
    $839,000

    205 E 78th St APT 12J, New York, NY 10075

    1beds
    870sqft
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    Coop
    Built in 1931
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $964/sqft
    $2,651/mo HOA

    What's special

    Windows in every roomRich prewar detailsDrenched in southern sunlightWorking wood-burning fireplaceNorth-facing bedroomCustom built-insBeautiful light
    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-à-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. Virtually painted.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Douglas Elliman 917-952-2522,

    Georgia Kaporis

    Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1826407

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bike Room
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
      • Laundry: Inside
      Features
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 870
      • Total interior livable area: 870 sqft

      Property

      Features
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City
      Details
      • Parcel number: 01433100212J
      • Special conditions: Resale

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Cooperative
      • Property subtype: Coop
      Condition
      • Year built: 1931

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Doorman, Full Time Doorman
      • Security: Doorman, Full-Time Doorman
      • Subdivision: Lenox Hill
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Laundry, Elevator(s), Concierge
      • Services included: Maintenance
      • HOA fee: $2,651 monthly
      Location
      • Region: New York

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $964/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $54,932,000
      • Annual tax amount: $2,673,958
      • Date on market: 5/5/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $3,983/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/30/2026Contingent$839,000$964/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1826407 Report a problem
        6/23/2026Price change$839,000-4.6%$964/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1826407 Report a problem
        1/29/2026Price change$879,000-2.2%$1,010/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1769701 Report a problem
        3/20/2025Price change$899,000-2.8%$1,033/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #S1760370 Report a problem
        10/9/2024Listed for sale$925,000-1.1%$1,063/sqft
        Source: StreetEasy #1738433 Report a problem
        5/1/2024Listing removed$935,000$1,075/sqft
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        2/1/2024Listed for sale$935,000-0.4%$1,075/sqft
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        6/2/2022Listing removed--
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        4/19/2022Listed for sale$939,000-1.2%$1,079/sqft
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        3/28/2022Listing removed--
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        2/1/2022Listed for sale$950,000+5.7%$1,092/sqft
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        4/22/2021Listing removed--
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        2/4/2021Listed for sale$899,000$1,033/sqft
        Source: Compass Report a problem
        1/13/2021Listing removed--
        Source: OneKey® MLS as distributed by MLS GRID #H6071619 Report a problem
        12/8/2020Listed for sale$899,000$1,033/sqft
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        12/7/2020Listing removed$899,000$1,033/sqft
        Source: Compass Report a problem
        9/24/2020Listed for sale$899,000+2.3%$1,033/sqft
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        10/3/2019Listing removed$879,000$1,010/sqft
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        8/14/2019Price change$879,000-2.2%$1,010/sqft
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        3/21/2019Price change$899,000-1.7%$1,033/sqft
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        2/24/2019Price change$915,000+1.7%$1,052/sqft
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        9/19/2018Listed for sale$900,000+15.1%$1,034/sqft
        Source: Sotheby's International Realty #01310583 Report a problem
        3/24/2008Sold$782,000$899/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2019-- --
        2018$2,673,959 $24,719,400 +17.9%
        2017-- $20,969,550
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Upper East Side

        Getting around

        98 / 100
        Walker's Paradise
        100 / 100
        Rider's Paradise
        85 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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