Upper West Side Historic Limestone Townhouse | 5,409 SF | Four Vacant Units
Welcome to 311 West 78th Street, a rare opportunity to own an architecturally significant Renaissance Revival limestone townhouse on one of the Upper West Side's most beautiful tree-lined blocks, nestled between West End Avenue and Riverside Drive.
Built in 1900 and designed by renowned architect George Pelham, this distinguished 18-foot-wide townhouse spans approximately 5,409 square feet across five stories and is currently configured as five residential units.
Whether you're searching for a trophy investment, a multi-generational residence, or the opportunity to create your dream Manhattan townhouse, this exceptional property offers remarkable flexibility.
4 of the 5 units—including the owner's garden duplex, one one-bedroom apartment, and two studios—will be delivered vacant at closing, allowing immediate occupancy, rental income, or future customization. One rent-stabilized studio remains occupied by a long-term tenant paying near-market rent.
Rich in historic character, the home features soaring ceilings, original plaster moldings, decorative fireplaces, oversized bay windows, hardwood floors, and abundant natural light throughout. The full cellar includes updated mechanical systems with a new boiler, hot water heaters, sprinkler system, thermostats, and generous storage.
Located just steps from Riverside Park, the Hudson River Greenway, Broadway's renowned restaurants and cafés, the 1, 2 & 3 subway lines, and only minutes from Central Park, Lincoln Center, and the American Museum of Natural History, this home places you in the heart of one of Manhattan's most coveted neighborhoods.
Timeless architecture, unmatched location, and extraordinary potential come together in this rare Upper West Side offering.
Property Highlights
Asking Price: $4,600,000
Approx. 5,409 SF
Five-story Renaissance Revival limestone townhouse
Built in 1900
R8B Zoning
Four units delivered vacant
Private landscaped garden
Annual Real Estate Taxes: $72,852
Excellent opportunity for investors, owner-occupants, or future single-family conversion
Private showings by appointment only.
Active
$4,600,000
311 W 78th St, New York, NY 10024
6beds
5,409sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1895
-- sqft lot
$4,484,200 Zestimate®
$850/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Decorative fireplacesAbundant natural light throughoutPrivate landscaped gardenRich in historic characterSoaring ceilingsOversized bay windowsOriginal plaster moldings
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Prime Realty 917-254-0248,
Shirley Chen
Source: StreetEasy,MLS#: S1836463
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,409
- Total interior livable area: 5,409 sqft
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Other, Deck, Terrace
- Exterior features: Courtyard, Balcony, Garden, Private Roof Deck, Terrace
Details
- Special conditions: Resale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Upper West Side
Location
- Region: New York
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $850/sqft
- Annual tax amount: $72,852
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
Estimated market value
$4,484,200
$4.26M - $4.71M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Price change | $4,600,000+25%$850/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Price change | $3,680,000-8%$680/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Price change | $4,000,000-11.1%$740/sqft |
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| 3/11/2025 | Price change | $4,500,000-9.9%$832/sqft |
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| 9/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $4,995,000$923/sqft |
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Public tax history
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