
175 E 78th St Unit 177 New York, NY 10075
Metropolitan Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $45,413/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 2-minute walk to 77 Street (4,6 Line)
- Private Yard
- P.S. 158 The Bayard Taylor School Rated A
- High Ceiling
- Eat-In Kitchen
About This Home
Stunning Townhouse at 175 East 78th Street – $6,995,000For the first time in nearly 60 years, this rare and exceptional townhouse at 175 East 78th Street is available for purchase. This beautifully gut-renovated four-story home offers modern luxury while preserving the historic charm of a classic 1899 townhouse. With 4 spacious bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, and an expansive, tree-lined backyard, this home provides a rare opportunity in one of the most desirable Upper East Side locations.Upon entering, you are greeted by soaring high ceilings and hardwood floors that extend throughout the entire home. The first floor features a large, eat-in kitchen equipped with top-of-the-line Bosch stainless steel appliances, as well as a spacious family TV room, where oversized bay windows allow natural light to flood the space. The room leads directly into the lush backyard, offering an ideal setting for outdoor entertaining in the city. On the second floor, the expansive open living and dining rooms provide the perfect space for both relaxation and hosting. With light streaming in from both the North and South, these rooms offer an abundance of natural sunlight throughout the day.The upper floors feature four generously sized bedrooms, each with its own beautifully renovated en-suite bathroom and ample closet space. The primary suite is an oasis, offering a vast dressing room and a luxurious marble bathroom with dual sinks and a stall shower.The finished basement is designed with modern functionality in mind, featuring room for media/gym, a powder room, a storage room, and a full laundry room with an Electrolux washer and dryer, as well as a sink for added convenience.For your convenience, a full-service garage is located directly across the street. The townhouse also boasts a prime Upper East Side location, offering easy access to transportation, the best markets, and high-end shopping.This residence has significant literary history—once home to the world-renowned author John Steinbeck, who lived here with his family and wrote some of his most famous works.Offered for $6,995,000, this townhouse can also be purchased alone or with the neighboring property (177 East 78th Street), creating a combined width of 37 feet and offering the potential for a 16,000-square-foot residence, thanks to existing air rights.This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of New York City history and live in or create your dream home in one of the city's most prestigious neighborhoods.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $77,352
Year Built
- Built in 1899
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 37.000000x102.170000
- Private Entrance
- Private Yard
Parking
- Garage
Interior Spaces
- 3,000 Sq Ft Home
- 4-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Crown Molding
- High Ceiling
- Decorative Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Cooktop
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- No Heating
Community Details
- Upper East Side Subdivision
- Laundry Facilities
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 30 / 01413
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $77,359 | $385,157 | $142,020 | $277,548 |
2023 | $74,679 | $367,713 | $88,175 | $279,538 |
2022 | $70,121 | $628,140 | $142,020 | $486,120 |
2021 | $70,655 | $675,000 | $142,020 | $532,980 |
2020 | $54,773 | $568,800 | $142,020 | $426,780 |
2019 | $53,726 | $555,300 | $142,020 | $413,280 |
2018 | $49,391 | $242,292 | $41,295 | $200,997 |
2017 | $46,596 | $228,578 | $56,236 | $172,342 |
2016 | $43,109 | $215,640 | $59,056 | $156,584 |
2015 | $26,008 | $215,640 | $88,587 | $127,053 |
2014 | $26,008 | $214,024 | $105,508 | $108,516 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/19/2025 05/19/25 | For Sale | $6,995,000 | 0.0% | $2,332 / Sq Ft |
02/23/2023 02/23/23 | Rented | $23,000 | 0.0% | -- |
01/24/2023 01/24/23 | Price Changed | $23,000 | +2299900.0% | $8 / Sq Ft |
12/17/2022 12/17/22 | For Rent | $1 | -100.0% | -- |
02/26/2019 02/26/19 | Rented | -- | -- | -- |
01/27/2019 01/27/19 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
10/16/2018 10/16/18 | For Rent | $25,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | -- | -- | |
Deed | -- | -- | |
Deed | -- | -- | |
Bargain Sale Deed | -- | First American Title Ins Co |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $1,500,000 | Unknown |
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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20025001

APN: 1413-0030
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