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205 E 78th St Unit 12J New York City, NY 10021
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About 205 E 78th St Unit 12J
<p> <strong>Grand Prewar One-Bedroom with Wood-Burning Fireplace, and Windowed Eat-In Kitchen in Prime Upper East Side </strong></p> <strong></strong> <p> <strong></strong></p> <p>This oversized, elegant one-bedroom, one-bathroom home offers the best of classic prewar living in the heart of the Upper East Side. With grand proportions, beautiful light, an in-unit washer/dryer, and a windowed eat-in kitchen, not to mention windows in every room, including the bathroom. This residence delivers both charm and functionality in equal measures.</p> <p>A gracious entry foyer welcomes you with a sense of arrival, setting the tone for the refined details that follow. The expansive living room is drenched in southern sunlight and features a working wood-burning fireplace, and custom built-ins, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere for entertaining or quiet evenings at home. </p> <p>The spacious, windowed eat-in kitchen is thoughtfully designed for the modern cook. Outfitted with a new Bosch stainless steel refrigerator and LG stainless steel range, the kitchen also boasts generous wood cabinetry for exceptional storage and expansive counter space, making it a dream for everything from preparing multi-course meals to enjoying casual, in-kitchen dining at the built-in banquette. </p> <p>The north-facing bedroom is a true sanctuary, pin-drop quiet and overlooking the building's interior, offering peaceful respite from the city buzz. Its generous proportions easily accommodate a king-size bed and additional furnishings. Enjoy the oversized custom bedroom closest. </p> <p>Completing the home is a classic, windowed pre-war bathroom and the ultimate in convenience: an in-unit washer and dryer. </p> <p>Rich prewar details, including high ceilings, solid hardwood floors, and impeccable architectural character, make this home a timeless Upper East Side treasure. </p> <p>Built in 1931, this distinguished prewar cooperative offers full-service living with a 24-hour doorman, attentive staff, live-in superintendent, and concierge services. Residents enjoy a full suite of amenities including rental storage, bike storage, and a central laundry room. Pieds- -terre, guarantors, gifting, and co-purchasing are all permitted, and subletting is allowed with board approval after two years of residency. Pets are welcome, and through-wall air conditioners are permitted with board approval. For added convenience, monthly electricity for apartment 12J is a fixed rate of $118. </p> <p>Perfectly located in the heart of the Upper East Side, this home is moments from world-class dining, shopping, museums, and Central Park. With easy access to public transportation and all the charm of a classic Manhattan neighborhood, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy refined prewar living in one of the city's most desirable locations.</p>
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Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement: No
- Fireplace: Other
- Total Bedroom Count: 1
- Exterior: None, Private Outdoor Space Under 60 Sqft
- List Price: $899,000
- HOA Amount: $2587 Monthly
- Year Built: 1931
- MLS Number: RLS20023356
- MLS Name: RLS
- Office Name: Douglas Elliman Real Estate
- Office Phone: (212) 891-7000
- Listing Agent: Georgia Kaporis
- Agent Phone: (917) 952-2522
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Nearby schools
9
P.S. 290 Manhattan New School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•311 E 82nd St
9
P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School
Public District KG-5
0.4 mi
•45 E 81st St Frnt 1
9
P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor School
Public District KG-6
0.4 mi
•1458 York Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
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The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $112,054. The most common annual income of people living in New York City, NY is between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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About 205 E 78th St Unit 12J
The listing price of 205 E 78th St Unit 12J property is $899,000.
The property 205 E 78th St Unit 12J is a condo located in New York City, New York, 10021.
Active Listing: 205 E 78th St Unit 12J is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 205 E 78th St Unit 12J are: P.S. 290 Manhattan New School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), P.S. 158 Bayard Taylor School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), J.H.S. 167 Robert F. Wagner School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Yorkville East Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ella Baker School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Eleanor Roosevelt High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Manhattan International High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Urban Academy Laboratory High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
The property at 205 E 78th St Unit 12J has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom.
The year of construction for 205 E 78th St Unit 12J is 1931.
This home is located at 205 E 78th St Unit 12J in New York City, NY and zip code 10021 in the Upper East Side neighborhood. Features: 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 22, 2025 and is currently priced at $899,000.
In April 2025 more than 210 listings in New York City, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 792 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 652 were sold below. In April 2025 in New York City, NY there were 1.7% more homes for sale than in March. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $870,078, while the average time on the real estate market was 131 days.