Charles House 40 E 78th St Unit 8C New York, NY 10075
Metropolitan Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $12,687/month
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,200
Sq Ft
$1,496
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- City View
- 4-minute walk to 77 Street (4,6 Line)
- Garage
- P.S. 6 Lillie D. Blake Rated A
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- 4-minute walk to Central Park
About This Home
Welcome home to 8C at 40 East 78th Street, The Charles House Condominium, in the highly coveted 'Gold Coast' of the Upper East Side. This is a rare, condominium find, with extremely low monthly carrying costs, a prime 'off the park' location and an elegant new marble building lobby. The home is ready for its brand-new owner to make it their own, so bring your architect and contractor to create your own paradise off the park!
The home is loaded with potential, and there are many different possible layouts (one alternate floor plan attached).The pin-drop quiet home is bathed in natural light, accented with South and West private views of the townhomes. The master bedroom suite comfortably allows for a king-sized bed with nightstands, plus plenty of room for extra storage and seating. The second bedroom, which also fits a king-sized bed, has it's own on-suite bathroom and two closets (the bathroom can also be expanded as seen in the alternative floor plan).
40 E 78th Street, The Charles House, is a full-service condominium building with a newly renovated lobby and impeccable 24-hour staff that includes two on-shift doormen, concierge and live-in superintendent. Amenities include a newly landscaped roof deck with breathtaking Central Park views, gym, bicycle room, central laundry room, adjacent garage, and additional basement storage.
The building has an ideal Upper East Side location off of Madison Avenue, steps from Central Park, public transportation, fine dining, museums, and lovely shopping boutiques. Please note there is currently an assessment for the lobby renovation of $268.63 (per month) for 12 years. Taxes reflect LLC usage, primary residents are eligible for up to 17% discount.
All information furnished herein is from sources deemed reliable. All information is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, prior sale or lease, or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, please hire your own architect or engineer.
Only rugs, art and drapes are virtually staged
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,100
Year Built
- Built in 1956
HOA Fees
- $1,317 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- Garage
Interior Spaces
- 1,200 Sq Ft Home
- Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
Community Details
- 102 Units
- High-Rise Condominium
- The Charles House Condos
- Lenox Hill Subdivision
- 17-Story Property
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Block 01392
Map
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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 | $16,100 | $128,777 | $35,310 | $93,467 |
| 2023 | $15,713 | $128,093 | $35,310 | $92,783 |
| 2022 | $15,700 | $131,525 | $35,310 | $96,215 |
| 2021 | $15,255 | $124,354 | $35,310 | $89,044 |
| 2020 | $16,106 | $137,423 | $35,310 | $102,113 |
| 2019 | $15,551 | $134,399 | $35,310 | $99,089 |
| 2018 | $14,749 | $135,605 | $35,310 | $100,295 |
| 2017 | $14,038 | $120,233 | $35,310 | $84,923 |
| 2016 | $13,859 | $117,969 | $35,310 | $82,659 |
| 2015 | $7,777 | $108,347 | $35,311 | $73,036 |
| 2014 | $7,777 | $97,676 | $35,310 | $62,366 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/18/2025 02/18/25 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | 0.0% | $1,496 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2018 04/02/18 | Rented | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/03/2018 03/03/18 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/21/2017 06/21/17 | For Rent | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2015 04/14/15 | Rented | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2015 04/14/15 | For Rent | -- | -- | -- |
Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $1,530,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,224,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
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Source: Real Estate Board of New York (REBNY)
MLS Number: RLS20003716
APN: 1392-1135
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