205 EAST 78 STREET · #16B






Description
***BRING YOUR CONTRACTOR - A rare opportunity to create the kitchen of your dreams. 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.
Price history
Every list / cut / contract / sold event we've recorded.
- price decreaseMay 29, 2026$495K-5.7%Price decreased 1%
- no longer availableMay 25, 2026$525K+5.2%No longer available
- listedApr 22, 2026$499K-5.0%Listed by Corcoran
- temporarily off marketFeb 23, 2026$525K-4.5%Temporarily off market
- no longer availableFeb 20, 2026$550K+4.8%No longer available
- price decreaseJan 30, 2026$525K-1.9%Price decreased 2%
- price decreaseJan 13, 2026$535K-1.8%Price decreased 2%
- listedDec 1, 2025$545K-0.9%Listed by Corcoran
- temporarily off marketNov 21, 2025$550K0.0%Temporarily off market
- price decreaseNov 11, 2025$550K-8.2%Price decreased 8%
- listedJul 24, 2025$599K+8.9%Listed by Corcoran
- soldMar 15, 2023$550K+3.8%Sold by Helen Downey, LREB
- closingMar 7, 2023$530K-3.6%Closing record
- in contractDec 11, 2022$550K0.0%In contract
- listedSep 8, 2022$550K+11.1%Listed by Helen Downey, LREB
- soldSep 11, 2010$495K0.0%Sold by Stribling
- no longer availableSep 7, 2010$495K+3.1%No longer available
- closingSep 2, 2010$480K-3.0%Closing record
- in contractMay 3, 2010$495K0.0%In contract
- listedFeb 24, 2010$495K-14.5%Listed by Stribling
- soldNov 24, 2009$579K0.0%Sold by Corcoran
- no longer availableJul 12, 2007$579K-1.9%No longer available
- closingJul 2, 2007$590K+1.9%Closing record
- in contractApr 17, 2007$579K0.0%In contract
- listedApr 17, 2007$579K0.0%Listed by Corcoran
- in contractMar 13, 2007$579K0.0%In contract
- listedFeb 19, 2007$579K0.0%Listed by Corcoran
- no longer availableFeb 18, 2007$579K0.0%No longer available
- listedFeb 14, 2007$579KListed by Corcoran
In-building transactions
Every recorded deed (incl. private + sponsor) for this BBL - actual prices paid.
Open violations + recent permits
DOB / HPD signals for this BBL.
- B§ 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE 3rd BATHROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT PHAB, 19th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHFeb 3, 2024 · apt PHAB
- B§ 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT BATHROOM IN THE 3rd BATHROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT PHAB, 19th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTHFeb 3, 2024 · apt PHAB
- I§27-2107 ADM CODE OWNER FAILED TO FILE A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT AS REQUIRED BY ADM CODE §27-2097 AND IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO CIVIL PENALTIES, PROHIBITED FROM CERTIFYING VIOLATIONS, AND DENIED THE RIGHT TO RECOVER POSSESSION OF PREMISES FOR NONPAYMENT OF RENT UNTIL A VALID REGISTRATION STATEMENT IS FILED.Nov 6, 2017
- BLOct 5, 2016C C CONTROLLED COMBUSTION
- PLJun 10, 2010COPPER MECHANICAL, INC
- PLAug 22, 1997KIN CHI PLG HTG CORP
- OTSep 16, 1996MATILDA CONSTR. CO
- FPJul 6, 1992FIRE COMMAND COMPANY INC
- OT-HECHO INC
- PL-B.K. PLBG. & HTG. CORP
- PL-ROLANDO MECHANICAL CORP