$4,467,000
SOLD JUL 2, 2024

157 E 78th St New York, NY 10075

Metropolitan Hill Neighborhood
4 Beds
6 Baths
3,100 Sq Ft
1,839 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,441 Per Sq Ft

9% Below List Price

351 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Cooling Available
  • P.S. 158 The Bayard Taylor School Rated A
  • 1-minute walk to 77 Street (4,6 Line)

About This Home

As of July 2024

Investment opportunity! 157 E 78 now $4.9 million. Enjoy single family living or LIVE/WORK in this 18 foot wide 4 floor south facing, sun filled townhouse on one of the Upper East Side's most fashionable treelined blocks. This historic home boasts a roof under warranty until 2033, upgraded electricity and 2 new 74 gallon gas powered water heaters. With approximately 3139 square feet of living space, an 850 square foot garden and the potential for 120 square feet of potential expansion space to be confirmed by the purchasers architect and the DOB this is a spectacular investment. Enter this residence at street level to an entry hall complete with a powder room, an eat in kitchen and a large and elegant living/dining area with a decorative fireplace that is adjacent to the welcoming outdoor space. On the second floor you will find the expansive double parlor with two decorative fireplaces, a restful study, a mini kitchen and a small powder room. The third and fourth floors provide private space with four bedrooms, three baths and generous closets. In addition this home has three additional half baths. The large basement with washer/dryer and small bath provides an opportunity for additional storage, a wine cellar, or a gym. The monthly taxes are currently $5350. Manhattan's Upper East Side is home to the Metropolitan and Frick Museums, the aesthetics and recreational options of Central Park, haute couture boutiques, as well as world renowned cuisine and medical facilities. This is an opportunity not to be missed. Call for an appointment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Maureen Leness

Corcoran Group License #40LE1037763

Corcoran Group

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $64,200

Year Built

  • Built in 1861

Lot Details

  • 1,839 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 102.17x18.00

Interior Spaces

  • 3,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 4-Story Property
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Bonus Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • Cooling Available

Community Details

  • Lenox Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Legal Lot and Block 0024 / 01413

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$64,200

Year Built

Built in 1861

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property SubType: Townhouse
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Neighborhood: Lenox Hill
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 4

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Living Area: 3100.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Rooms (Total): 8
  • Basement: No
  • Basement: Other

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • View: Other
  • View: No
  • Patio/Porch Features: None

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Green Building Features: Green Building
  • Cooling: Other
  • Cooling: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Common Interest: None

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 1839.06
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 102.17x18.00

Rental Info

  • Land Lease: No

Building Info

  • New Construction: No
  • Units: 1
  • Total Stories: 4
  • Year Built: 1861

Tax Info

  • Tax Block: 01413
  • Tax Lot: 0024
  • Tax Annual: 64200.0

Multi Family

  • Building Area Units: Square Feet

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/02/2024 07/02/24 Sold $4,467,000 -8.8% $1,441 / Sq Ft
05/18/2024 05/18/24 Pending -- -- --
12/22/2023 12/22/23 For Sale $4,900,000 0.0% $1,581 / Sq Ft
12/20/2023 12/20/23 Off Market $4,900,000 -- --
09/22/2023 09/22/23 Price Changed $4,900,000 -7.5% $1,581 / Sq Ft
06/01/2023 06/01/23 For Sale $5,300,000 -- $1,710 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $63,972 $318,504 $148,500 $203,926
2023 $64,200 $316,116 $124,090 $192,026
2022 $56,506 $401,220 $148,500 $252,720
2021 $59,209 $363,420 $148,500 $214,920
2020 $56,182 $392,040 $148,500 $243,540
2019 $55,523 $409,800 $148,500 $261,300
2018 $53,700 $263,430 $72,242 $191,188
2017 $50,661 $248,520 $70,708 $177,812
2016 $46,870 $234,454 $67,781 $166,673
2015 $28,277 $221,184 $92,736 $128,448
2014 $28,277 $221,184 $111,280 $109,904
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $3,400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $4,467,000 --
Source: Public Records

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MLS Number: RLS10979217

Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)

APN: 1413-0024

New York New York County New York 10075 Metropolitan Hill

157 E 78th St, New York, NY

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This home is located at 157 E 78th St, New York, NY 10075 and is currently priced at $4,467,000, approximately $1,440 per square foot. This property was built in 1861. 157 E 78th St is a home located in New York County with nearby schools including P.S. 158 The Bayard Taylor School, Robert F Wagner Middle School, and Clinton School.

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