Updated 9 years ago
Off Market
259 East 78th Street
Upper East Side, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave
11 Rooms4 Beds3.5 Baths3,200 Square FeetSingle Family
$4,300,000
floors / apts4 / 1
Lot Size13'10"x102'
Built Size13'10"x50'
ZoneR8B
Building TypeTownhouse
RE Taxes$17,837
Price Per SF
$1,344
Listing Features
- Architectural Dtls
- Beamed Ceilings
- Original Details
- Restored Details
- WBFP
- Central AC
Outdoor space and views
- Garden
- Treeline Views
Building Amenities
- Voice Intercom
- Fitness Facility
- Garden
- Laundry Room
- Stoop Entry
Property Description for 259 East 78th Street
The Only Townhouse Under $5 Million on The Upper East Side
The ONLY townhouse on the market for under $5 Million from Fifth Avenue to the East River from 96th Street to 62nd Street. Move right in or update this handsome four bedroom townhouse, an ideal fit for a buyer making their first transition from the confines of apartment to the freedom of townhouse living.
Second Avenue Subway
With the January 2017 opening of the Q-line extension known as the Second Avenue Subway, residents close to Second Avenue can now easily reach virtually any destination in New York City. Improved transportation inevitably results in even better restaurants and shops and an upgrade in all services.
The Perfect Home
Entering some townhouses feels like coming home - extraordinarily comfortable, lovely light, just the right amount of room and in a lovely location. 259 East 78th Street is just that. Situated on a picturesque tree-lined townhouse block in the heart of the Upper East Side, it is in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.
From the parlor level of this approximately 2766sf townhouse, a double entry leads to a sitting room facing south onto East 78th Street, currently an office with fireplace, while the entry hall proceeds forward to a coat closet, the center stair, and a grand north-facing living room with fireplace that overlooks the elegant, spacious rear garden.
The garden level includes a separate entry from the street below the stoop which leads directly to the open eat-in kitchen while an inviting den faces north opening directly onto the 50-foot-deep rear garden.
On the third floor there are two graciously proportioned bedrooms each with large closets and fireplaces, that share a full bath. The fourth and top floor of this townhouse features the master bedroom which enjoys beamed ceilings, a fireplace, tree-line views, and extraordinary southern light throughout the day. The fourth bedroom at the north end of this floor is currently used as an office, while a large skylight floods the center stair with sunlight.
The basement level includes the mechanicals and laundry room, as well as a staff bedroom with full bath and a private stair leading to the rear garden.
This carefully maintained home with central air, an AV system, new windows and renovated bathrooms provides every comfort of today yet with the charm and character of the past.
Enjoy the privacy and autonomy of townhouse living today.
The ONLY townhouse on the market for under $5 Million from Fifth Avenue to the East River from 96th Street to 62nd Street. Move right in or update this handsome four bedroom townhouse, an ideal fit for a buyer making their first transition from the confines of apartment to the freedom of townhouse living.
Second Avenue Subway
With the January 2017 opening of the Q-line extension known as the Second Avenue Subway, residents close to Second Avenue can now easily reach virtually any destination in New York City. Improved transportation inevitably results in even better restaurants and shops and an upgrade in all services.
The Perfect Home
Entering some townhouses feels like coming home - extraordinarily comfortable, lovely light, just the right amount of room and in a lovely location. 259 East 78th Street is just that. Situated on a picturesque tree-lined townhouse block in the heart of the Upper East Side, it is in one of the city's most desirable neighborhoods.
From the parlor level of this approximately 2766sf townhouse, a double entry leads to a sitting room facing south onto East 78th Street, currently an office with fireplace, while the entry hall proceeds forward to a coat closet, the center stair, and a grand north-facing living room with fireplace that overlooks the elegant, spacious rear garden.
The garden level includes a separate entry from the street below the stoop which leads directly to the open eat-in kitchen while an inviting den faces north opening directly onto the 50-foot-deep rear garden.
On the third floor there are two graciously proportioned bedrooms each with large closets and fireplaces, that share a full bath. The fourth and top floor of this townhouse features the master bedroom which enjoys beamed ceilings, a fireplace, tree-line views, and extraordinary southern light throughout the day. The fourth bedroom at the north end of this floor is currently used as an office, while a large skylight floods the center stair with sunlight.
The basement level includes the mechanicals and laundry room, as well as a staff bedroom with full bath and a private stair leading to the rear garden.
This carefully maintained home with central air, an AV system, new windows and renovated bathrooms provides every comfort of today yet with the charm and character of the past.
Enjoy the privacy and autonomy of townhouse living today.
Listing History for 259 East 78th Street
Now
10/10/2017
POM by Paula Del Nunzio
Brown Harris Stevens
07/12/2017
Expired by Paula Del Nunzio
Brown Harris Stevens
Building Details for 259 East 78th Street
OwnershipSingle Family
Building TypeTownhouse
Service LevelVoice Intercom
AgePre-War
AccessWalk-up
Year Built1899
Floors/Apts4/1
Transit and Citi Bike
Subway
77 St
0.18 miles
72 St
0.32 miles
86 St
0.41 miles
86 St
0.44 miles
Citi Bike
E 78 St & 2 Ave
0.04 miles
E 77 St & 3 Ave
0.11 miles
Upper East Side | Manhattan
Quick Profile
Exuding a cosmopolitan, refined air that is reminiscent of Paris or other European cities, the Upper East Side (the UES, to local cognoscenti) has a reputation as being a bastion of wealth and privilege. Even though it was built by American “royalty” families like the Vanderbilts, Roosevelts, Kennedys, Carnegies and Rockefellers, whose elaborate mansions once anchored Fifth Avenue, there are affordable housing options throughout the neighborhood. The further east you move, away from Central Park and the more commercial avenues, the more likely you are to find quiet, tree-lined streets with historic townhouses and brownstones. Keep your eye out for reasonably priced apartments in pre-war low-rise and even a few high-rise buildings.
With abundant, beautifully landscaped green spaces, including the oasis of Central Park acting like a backyard, the area is quiet and lushly green. You can relax and unwind in John Jay Park, Carl Schurz Park or take a stroll along the East River Promenade. The whole neighborhood seems isolated from the workaday chaos of the city at large. Add to that the history of the neighborhood and the abundance of cultural institutions, and you have a uniquely welcoming neighborhood.
Known for its abundance of high-end retail shopping, especially on Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is host to the Barneys New York flagship department store. Here you can find upscale goods, fashion and home decor items. You will also find the edgy runway-inspired Alexander McQueen collections. If you are dying to treat your feet to red-soled opulence, be sure to visit the Christian Louboutin boutique. These are only a small sampling of this high-end shopper’s paradise that features everything from designer boutiques that offer the ultimate in haute couture to resale shops where you can find last season’s best on sale at hefty discounts .
There are many unique dining experiences, from fine dining to the casual bite-on-the-go, awaiting you in the UES. Sushi is going through a renaissance in the city, and the best omakase-style sushi can be found at Sasabune on E 73rd Street. Omakase sushi means that you leave the choice of ingredients, preparation method and presentation to the chef. Elegant French cuisine can be experienced at JoJo, E 64th Street, housed in gorgeous townhouse. Just for fun, visit the Lexington Candy Shop on Lexington Avenue, to get a taste of an old-fashioned soda fountain.
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OLR ID: 27333TH
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