$3,695,000

157 W 78th St Unit 6/5S New York City, NY 10024

3 beds
3 full
1,965 sqft
$1,880 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 157 W 78th St Unit 6/5S

<p>With extraordinary attention to all details, this custom crafted and XXX mint 3-4 bedroom / 3 bathroom penthouse triplex brownstone home with a gorgeous private landscaped, and irrigated roof top terrace resides at 157 West 78th Street, a beautiful tree-lined museum block in the heart of the Upper West Side historic district. Features of this exceptional home include a large living/dining room with midtown and open city sun-filled views, exposed brick with a WBFP, 10'' ceilings, and a custom Eggersmann kitchen w/bronzed glass upper cabinetry w/storage everywhere, Subzero/Meile/Viking & Thermadore appliances, quartz counters and backsplash, and a renovated hall bathroom w/Duravit soaking tub & Grohe / Toto fixtures. This level also includes 2 spacious and quiet bedrooms with north exposure, one which has exposed brick and currently used as a home office. The primary bedroom resides on the top floor of this home offering cathedral ceilings, quiet north exposure, a wall of custom closets along with a large storage closet, and an en-suite bathroom with a large enclosed glass shower, custom hardware & Grohe/Toto fixtures. The renovated and south facing sun-filled private roof top terrace is landscaped, irrigated, has oversized pale grey stone pavers and offers wide open views to midtown! Down an architectural staircase from the main level of this home you''ll discover the great room, perfect as a TV and entertainment room with exposed brick, built-in surround sound, or a 4th bedroom. Central AC, in-unit W/D, recessed lighting throughout, gorgeous maple flooring, pets welcomed, and custom lighting and window treatments completes this truly hard to find home. Best UWS location, near Central and Riverside Parks, multiple grocery options (Zabars, Citarella, Fairway, and Trader Joe''s), cultural offerings (Museum of Natural History, Children''s Museum of Manhattan, JCC), numerous restaurants, adjacent Citi Bikes, multiple bus and train options, and only one block from the 1 train.</p>

Highlights

Home typeTriplex
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size1,965 sqft
Year built1900
MLS #RLS20012326
FireplaceOther
ViewCity

Summary

  • MLS Number: RLS20012326
  • MLS Name: RLS
  • Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (212) 891-7000
  • Listing Agent: RONALD E LENSE
  • Agent Phone: (917) 848-8095

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Nearby schools

8

P.S. 87 William Sherman School

Public District KG-5

0.0 mi

160 W 78th St

8

P.S. 9 Sarah Anderson School

Public District PK-5

0.3 mi

100 W 84th St

8

P.S. 199 Jessie Isador Straus School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

270 W 70th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $158,645. The majority of New York City, NY residents have income $200k+ annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

9%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
38%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

57%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
20%
Married, No Kids
18%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
19%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
18%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Art MuseumsArt Museums
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Music ConcertsMusic Concerts

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • H&MH&M
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • VolkswagenVolkswagen
  • MercedesMercedes

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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This home is located at 157 W 78th St Unit 6/5S in New York City, NY and zip code 10024 in the Upper West Side neighborhood. This 1,965 square foot home was built in 1900. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $3,695,000.

Over 180 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in New York City, NY. In the same period over 693 listings were sold below the listed price and 763 listings were sold for the listed price. In March 2025 in New York City, NY there were 5.1% more homes for sale than in February. In March 2025 median list price was $869,492 and the average listing age was 143 days.

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