$1,499,000
Updated 6 years ago
Sold

205 East 78th Street, 14-J

Upper East Side, Manhattan | Third Ave & Second Ave

5 Rooms1 Bed2 BathsCo-op

$1,499,000
Maintenance$3,158

This property was sold for $1,400,000 on 01/19/21.

Listing Features

  • Abundant Closets
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • BuiltIns
  • Corner Apartment
  • Entry Foyer
  • French Doors
  • High Ceilings
  • Home Office
  • Original Details
  • Separate Dining Area
  • Wainscoting
  • Wall Sconces
  • WBFP
  • New Windows
  • Dishwasher
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • Gourmet Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • S Steel Appliances
  • Windowed Kitchen
  • Stall Shower

Outdoor space and views

  • Skyline Views
  • North Exposure
  • South Exposure

Building Amenities

  • Full Service
  • Attended Elevator
  • Bike Storage
  • Laundry Room
  • Renovated Lobby
  • Storage

Policies

  • Pets Allowed
  • Pieds A Terre Ok

Property Description for 205 East 78th Street, 14-J

No detail was overlooked during the meticulous renovation of this elegant one bed, two bath pre-war home on an ideal Upper East Side block. Apartment 14J features a wood-burning fireplace, stunning oak herringbone flooring, custom wainscot paneling, and an abundance of customized storage throughout. The residence offers a windowed chef’s kitchen with a lovely breakfast room directly adjacent, a sun-drenched living room with Southern exposure, central AC, two windowed bathrooms and a charming home office. 14J is a classic and expertly designed residence, which truly exemplifies luxury living on the Upper East Side. As you enter through the foyer, walls embellished with gorgeous mahogany wood paneling captivate the space and continue into the cleverly built-out office, creating a perfect divide between entry and living. Stepping into the open living area you’re greeted by large South-facing windows which deliver light throughout the day, high beamed ceilings and a wood burning fireplace. The bright and open living space is perfectly proportioned for gracious entertaining, with a dedicated spacious dining area as well an expansive living room. Custom built-in media cabinets provide extra storage and are easily concealed. A secondary bathroom with top of the line Urban Archeology fixtures and Lefroy Brooks fittings can be accessed from the living area as well. The perfect breakfast nook featuring a leather built-in banquette, custom wainscot paneling, marble accents, chic sconces and a built-in media cabinet/bookshelf is directly off the mint renovated kitchen. The gourmet kitchen features top of the line stainless steel appliances including a Sub-Zero refrigerator, Wolf stove, and a paneled Asko dishwasher. Premium Calacatta marble countertops and backsplash, industrial light fixtures and custom windowed cabinets creating ample storage complete this gorgeous kitchen. Multiple customized closets which were thoughtfully built out for maximum storage line the walls of the charming bedroom. Large North-facing windows bathe this room with light throughout the day. The serene windowed master bath features subway tile and is also outfitted with Urban Archeology fixtures and Lefroy Brooks fittings. 205 East 78th Street is located on a prime tree-lined block on the Upper East Side. This 20-story pre-war co-operative, originally constructed in 1925 and converted to a cooperative in 1987, features beautiful updated hallways, a full-time doorman, live-in superintendent, bike storage, storage units and common laundry. The maintenance includes utilities. Within close proximity to Central Park, amazing shops, restaurants and public transportation this location can’t be beat.

Listing History for 205 East 78th Street, 14-J

Now
01/21/2021
$1,400,000
Sold and Closed by Steve Dawson
Compass
2021

Building Details for 205 East 78th Street

OwnershipCo-op
Building TypeMid-Rise
Service LevelFull Service
AgePre-War
AccessAttended Elevator
Year Built1928
Financing Allowed75%
Floors/Apts19/218
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Transit and Citi Bike

Subway

77 St
0.13 miles
72 St
0.34 miles
86 St
0.42 miles
86 St
0.42 miles

Citi Bike

E 77 St & 3 Ave
0.07 miles
E 78 St & 2 Ave
0.1 miles

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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: 155894