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Property Description
Welcome home to a one bedroom, one bathroom prewar home on the 16th floor of a full service building located in one of the Upper East Side's most sought after buildings. Enter through a gracious foyer with large coat closet into a bright, quiet space that features an oversized living room with custom built-ins, through-wall AC units, and room for a dedicated home office area, and/or a cozy dining nook. The open plan Pullman kitchen with dishwasher flows seamlessly into the space, making everyday living effortless. The king-sized bedroom offers excellent closet space, beautiful light, and city views. High ceilings, hardwood floors, and a windowed en suite bathroom make this space a quiet escape. Enjoy the prewar details in the full bath, including original subway tiles, oversized tub and charming bath fittings . The opportunity: design it your way. This apartment is a true opportunity to customize, renovate, and create your dream home exactly to your taste. Located at 205 East 78th Street, a full-service elevator building with a 24-hour doorman, live-in superintendent, laundry, bike storage, and flexible policies (subletting and pied-à-terres allowed). Pets welcome. In-unit W/D permitted. Gas & electric included in maintenance. Perfectly positioned near Upper East Side favorites like JG Melon, Sushi Noz, and Thep Thai Restaurant, plus easy access to the Q Subway Line and 6 Subway Line for seamless commuting. A rare chance to create something special in one of Manhattan's most sought-after neighborhood.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 205 E 78th St #16B
General
- Price: $499,000
- HOA FEE: $2,265/month
- Status: Active
- Type: Apartment
- Source: REBNY
- MLS ID: RLS20086168
- Updated: 4/22/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 3
- Interior Features: High Ceilings
- Appliances: Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Building Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Building Courtyard
Location
- County: New York
- Subdivision: Lenox Hill
- Building Name: 205/78 Owners Corp.
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Other
Structural Information
- Structure Type: High Rise
- Basement Desc.: Other
- Stories/Levels: 20
- Year Built: 1931
- Other Struct. Feat.: Bike Storage, Elevator(s)
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Zoning: C1-9
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $2,265
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Property ID: 1433-1002-00205-000-000016B
- Block: 1433
- Lot Number: 7501
Listing Courtesy of Corcoran Group
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Schools
Schools serving 205 E 78th St #16B
School District:New York City Geographic School District 02
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor 1458 York Avenue, New York, NY 10075 | K-6 | 0.4 mi |
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner 220 East 76th Street, New York, NY 10021 | 6-8 | 0.1 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 205 E 78th St #16B
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/22/2026
Listed
$499,000
-5.85%
MLS
3/07/2023
Sold
$530,000
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205 E 78th Street #16B, New York, NY 10075 (MLS# RLS20086168) is a Apartment property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 205 E 78th Street #16B is currently listed for $499,000 and was received on April 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 205 E 78th Street #16B? Do you have questions about finding other Apartment real estate for sale in New York? You can browse all New York real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

