306 West 78th Street

$6,125,000
Price
8
Beds
5,648 Sq. Ft.
$1,084 / Sq. Ft.
5,648
Sq. Ft.
$1,084
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Originally built in 1895 by architect J. W. Davison, 306 West 78th Street is the third in a series of four townhouses designed in the Renaissance Revival style. The 18-foot-wide property comprises a modern, light-filled, and spacious owners duplex, plus seven additional rental units. The home offers approximately 5,648 square feet of interior space. 306 West 78th Street provides exceptional flexibility and optionality, given the buildings strong rent roll and a renovated owners unit with generous...Originally built in 1895 by architect J. W. Davison, 306 West 78th Street is the third in a series of four townhouses designed in the Renaissance Revival style. The 18-foot-wide property comprises a modern, light-filled, and spacious owners duplex, plus seven additional rental units. The home offers approximately 5,648 square feet of interior space. 306 West 78th Street provides exceptional flexibility and optionality, given the buildings strong rent roll and a renovated owners unit with generous outdoor space. The property is ideal for conversion to a single-family residence, use by a live-in owner seeking to offset expenses with rental income, or acquisition by an investor completing a tax-free exchange. Located on a picturesque tree-lined block just steps from Riverside Park, 306 West 78th Street is close to top Manhattan schools, acclaimed restaurants, vibrant retail, and premier cultural institutionscapturing the essence of Upper West Side living.

Amenities

  • Common Garden
  • Common Outdoor Space
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Walk Up
  • Washer / Dryer in Unit
  • Washer / Dryer Hookup
  • Voice Intercom
  • No Pets
LISTING UPDATED: 12/16/2025 01:31 PM

Property Details for 306 West 78th Street

StatusActive
MLS IDRLS20058860
Days on Market46
Taxes$8,718 / month
Maintenance-
Min. Down Pymt-
Total Rooms10.0
Compass TypeTownhouse
MLS TypeHouse/Building
Year Built1910
Lot Size1,839 SF / 102' x 18'
CountyNew York County

Building

306 W 78th St

9 Units5 StoriesBuilt in 1910

Location

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Building Information for 306 West 78th Street

Stories5Residences9Year Built1910Building Size18' x 73'Building Sq. Ft6,570 SFLot Size1,839 SF / 102' x 18'Building AgePre-warBuilding TypeTownhouse

Payment Calculator

$38,984 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$30,266

Property Taxes

$8,718

Maintenance/Common Charges

$0

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Property Information for 306 West 78th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Subdivision Name: Upper West Side
  • Stories Total: 5
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • View: No
Taxes and HOA
  • Tax Lot: 0035
  • Tax Block: 01186
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Flip Tax: $0
  • Building Tax Lot: 0035
  • Tax Abatement YN: false
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Spaces Assigned YN: false
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 5648.0
  • Building Area Total: 5648.0
  • Building Area Units: SquareFeet
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 102.17x18.00
  • Living Area Units: SquareFeet
Building Information
  • Landmark Status YN: false
  • Building Smoke Free YN: true
  • Building Laundry Features: InUnit
  • Building Pets Allowed: BuildingYes
  • Capital Reserves YN: false
  • Green Building YN: true
Property and Assessments
  • New Development: No
  • Sponsor Unit: No
  • Certificate Of Occupancy: Yes
  • Percent Of Common Elements: .00%
  • New Construction: No
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Condition: Good
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Basement: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: None
Interior Features
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Appliances: WasherDryerAllowed
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Furnished: Unfurnished
  • Floor Number: 1
  • Basement: No
  • Cooling: No
  • Laundry Features: InUnit
  • ElevatorsTotal: 0
  • Size Dimensions: 73.00x18.00
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 9
Rental
Rental Information
  • Pets Allowed: UnitNo
  • Delivered Vacant: No
  • Attendance Type: None
  • Land Lease: No

Property History for 306 West 78th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciationLink
Nov 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20058860

$6,125,000
Jul 26, 2021

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10874685

$5,600,000
Jul 7, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2021072000149001

$5,600,000
Jun 17, 2021

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS10874685

May 12, 2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10874685

$6,950,000
Jan 8, 2019

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10414456

$7,795,000
Jul 9, 2018

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10414456

$7,795,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/03/2025

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS20058860

$6,125,000
07/26/2021

Sold

RLS RESO #RLS10874685

$5,600,000
07/07/2021

Sold (Public Record)

ACRIS #2021072000149001

$5,600,000
06/17/2021

Contract Signed

RLS RESO #RLS10874685

05/12/2020

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10874685

$6,950,000
01/08/2019

Permanently Off Market

RLS RESO #RLS10414456

$7,795,000
07/09/2018

Listed (Active)

RLS RESO #RLS10414456

$7,795,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 306 West 78th Street

Taxable ValueLand$375,750Additions$878,130Total$1,253,880
Tax Record2025$96,868 ($8,072 / month) Tax Class2BTax Rate12.5%
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt5,648 SqFtLot Size1,839 SqFtYear Built1910ZoningR8BAPN1011860035

Schools near 306 West 78th Street

This home is within New York City Geographic District # 3.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
P.S. 87 William Sherman
PublicPK to 5

Ms 247 Dual Language Middle School
Public6 to 8

Frank McCourt High School
Public9 to 12

Ms 245 The Computer School
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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306 West 78th Street is a townhouse for sale in Upper West Side. This property was listed for sale on November 3, 2025 by Leslie J Garfield & Co Inc, it's currently listed at $6,125,000. It has been on the market for a total of 46 days and was last sold on July 26, 2021. This listing's school district is New York City Geographic District # 3. Nearby schools include P.S. 87 William Sherman, Ms 247 Dual Language Middle School and Frank McCourt High School. 306 West 78th Street is a 8-bed, 9-bath, 5,648 sqft townhouse built in 1910.

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