205 East 78th Street, Unit 12J
Description
Enter through the grand foyer, featuring two spacious closets—one of which is a walk-in—that seamlessly lead into a refined living room. The focal point is a striking wood-burning fireplace, framed by high-beamed ceilings and custom wood cabinetry. Ornate crown...Discover the charm of the Upper East Side in this classic prewar gem at 205 East 78th Street. This expansive and rarely available one-bedroom residence blends timeless elegance with modern conveniences, including an in-unit washer and dryer.
Enter through the grand foyer, featuring two spacious closets—one of which is a walk-in—that seamlessly lead into a refined living room. The focal point is a striking wood-burning fireplace, framed by high-beamed ceilings and custom wood cabinetry. Ornate crown moldings and large south-facing windows flood the room with natural light, creating a warm yet open atmosphere, perfect for both relaxation and entertaining. Rich hardwood floors throughout enhance the home’s sophisticated appeal.
The tranquil north-facing bedroom, complete with a 6-foot closet, offers ample space for a king-sized bed, a separate seating area, and a home office.
Off the grand foyer, a pocket door opens to an expansive windowed eat in kitchen with built-in banquette seating and storage. This kitchen boasts modern amenities, including a new Bosch stainless steel refrigerator and LG stainless steel stove. Extensive wood cabinetry offers tremendous storage and generous counter space make it ideal for preparing large meals or enjoying intimate dinners at home.
The windowed bathroom exudes classic elegance with black-and-white subway tiles, a pedestal sink, and a deep soaking tub—perfect for ultimate relaxation.
Built in 1931, 205 East 78th Street is a well-maintained prewar cooperative with full-time staff, including a doorman, concierge, porters, and a live-in resident manager. Additional amenities include rental storage, bike storage, and a central laundry room. Subletting is permitted with board approval after two years of residency.
Pieds-à-terre, guarantors, co-purchasing, parental purchasing, and gifting are all allowed, and pets are welcome. Monthly electricity is a fixed rate of $118, and through-wall air conditioners are allowed with board approval. Please note that some photos are virtually staged.
Conveniently located near Central Park, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, upscale Madison Avenue shopping, and top-tier dining options, 205 East 78th Street offers excellent access to transportation, including the 6 train at 77th Street, the Q line at 72nd Street, and express bus services. Nearby Equinox gyms and gourmet markets further elevate this prime location.
Listing Agents
![Michael J. Franco]()
mfranco@compass.comP: (917)-817-4122
![Miriam Richards]()
miriam.richards@compass.comP: (917)-696-5726
![Greg Holzmann]()
greg.holzmann@compass.comP: (646)-226-3605
Amenities
- Full-Time Doorman
- City Views
- Working Fireplace
- Decorative Mouldings
- Built-Ins
- Hardwood Floors
- Elevator
- Washer / Dryer in Unit
Property Details for 205 East 78th Street, Unit 12J
| Status | Temporarily Off Market |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 31 |
| Taxes | - |
| Maintenance | $2,587 / month |
| Min. Down Pymt | 25% |
| Total Rooms | 4.0 |
| Compass Type | Co-op |
| MLS Type | - |
| Year Built | 1931 |
| County | New York County |
| Buyer's Agent Compensation | 2.5% |
Building
205 E 78th St
Location
Building Information for 205 East 78th Street, Unit 12J
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1Property History for 205 East 78th Street, Unit 12J
| Date | Event & Source | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | $879,000 | |
| 05/13/2025 | $899,000 | |
| 04/21/2025 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 03/20/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $899,000 |
| 03/20/2025 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 03/20/2025 | Listed (Active) Manual | $899,000 |
| 05/02/2024 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/01/2024 | Listed (Active) Manual | $935,000 |
| 06/03/2022 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 04/19/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $939,000 |
| 03/28/2022 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/01/2022 | Listed (Active) Manual | $950,000 |
| 04/21/2021 | Permanently Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/19/2021 | Listed (Active) Manual | $899,000 |
| 02/19/2021 | Temporarily Off Market Manual | — |
| 02/04/2021 | Listed (Active) Manual | $899,000 |
| 09/24/2020 | Listed (Active) Manual | $899,000 |
| 10/02/2019 | $879,000 | |
| 02/22/2019 | $915,000 | |
| 02/04/2019 | $900,000 | |
| 09/19/2018 | $900,000 | |
| 05/28/2013 | $725,000 | |
| 04/08/2013 | $750,000 | |
| 03/21/2008 | Sold RealPlus #c2eba3f68914039a4bbdb8cc90551514c44b05ac | $782,000 |
| 03/20/2008 | $782,000 -14.7% / yr | |
| 12/28/2007 | Contract Signed RealPlus #c2eba3f68914039a4bbdb8cc90551514c44b05ac | $799,000 |
| 10/09/2007 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #c2eba3f68914039a4bbdb8cc90551514c44b05ac | $799,000 |
| 06/15/2006 | Sold RealPlus #f732ce2e0c1d0b10998f7da1fe2170d933147a6f | $1,035,000 |
| 06/15/2006 | $1,035,000 | |
| 02/07/2006 | Price Change RealPlus #f732ce2e0c1d0b10998f7da1fe2170d933147a6f | $1,150,000 |
| 12/02/2005 | Listed (Active) RealPlus #f732ce2e0c1d0b10998f7da1fe2170d933147a6f | $1,250,000 |
For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 205 East 78th Street, Unit 12J
Schools near 205 East 78th Street, Unit 12J
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public - | PK to 5 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 | |||
| Public - | 6 to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
|---|---|---|
P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor PublicPK to 5 | ||
Nyc Lab Ms For Collaborative Studies Public6 to 8 | ||
Lower Manhattan Community Middle School Public6 to 8 | ||
Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner 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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