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Property Description
40 East 78th Street, Apt 6A at The Charles House is one of the few full-service condominiums along the Upper East Side's coveted Gold Coast. Compact by design and generous in character, this mid-century one-bedroom makes the most of every inch. The main living area opens to a wide bank of windows and rich herringbone parquet floors, with ample wall space. A subtle enclave distinguished by crown moulding and a sculptural overhead pendant creates a natural dining area. The kitchen is compact but efficiently configured, with glass-front cabinetry, a four-burner gas range, and a checkerboard parquet floor that carries its own personality. The wide windows in the bedroom allow the eastern morning light in. A king bed fits comfortably, with plenty of remaining space for seating. The bathroom has a basket-weave marble mosaic floors, an exposed nickel console sink with stone countertop, and polished nickel fixtures throughout. Current assessment of $157.74 per month until 2034 The Charles House offers full-service living with a newly renovated lobby, 24-hour doorman, concierge, and live-in superintendent. The landscaped roof deck is a standout amenity, delivering unobstructed views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline. Additional amenities include a fitness center, parking garage, bike storage, and private storage. Steps from Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this Upper East Side location is convenient to boutique shopping, fine dining, and world-famous cultural attractions.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 40 E 78th St #6A
General
- Price: $850,000
- HOA FEE: $949/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20098238
- Updated: 6/19/2026
- Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building Other
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: Building None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Lenox Hill
- Building Name: The Charles House
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Other
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High Rise
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 17
- Square Feet: 704
- Living Area: 704 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1956
- Other Struct. Feat.: Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Zoning: null
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $949
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1392-1105
- Block: 1392
- Lot Number: 1105
Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group
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Schools
Schools serving 40 E 78th St #6A
School District:New York City Geographic School District 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ps 6 Lillie D Blake 45 East 81st Street, New York, NY 10028 | K-5 | 0.2 mi |
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner 220 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 40 E 78th St #6A
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/16/2026
Listed
$850,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 40 E 78th St #6A
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,043
—
$86,035
7%
2025
$10,043
6%
$80,345
6%
2024
$9,461
1%
$75,677
1%
2023
$9,411
2%
$75,275
-3%
2022
$9,250
3%
$77,293
6%
2021
$8,964
-5%
$73,078
-10%
2020
$9,465
4%
$80,760
2%
2019
$9,139
6%
$78,983
-1%
2018
$8,595
4%
$79,691
13%
2017
$8,251
1%
$70,655
2%
2016
$8,146
4%
$69,324
9%
2016
$7,844
1137%
$63,668
11%
2014
$634
-92%
$57,417
-9%
2013
$7,748
—
$63,271
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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40 E 78th Street #6A, New York City, NY 10075 (MLS# RLS20098238) is a Apartment property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 40 E 78th Street #6A is currently listed for $850,000 and was received on June 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 40 E 78th Street #6A? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in New York City? You can browse all New York City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

