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Charming landmarked pristine Italianate townhouse offers timeless architectural charm and luxury in one of Manhattan's most coveted neighborhoods with a plethora of restaurants, fine shopping and convenient to all means of transportation.
The parlor floor welcomes you with a gracious foyer and wide hallway leading to a bright living room featuring high ceilings, ornate moldings, wide plank wood floors, and a marble wood-burning fireplace. The windowed kitchen includes a pass-through to a cozy dining/breakfast area. At the rear, a spacious living space opens through French doors to a balcony, with stairs descending to a thoughtfully planted south facing garden -a true urban oasis.
The second floor offers a south-facing primary suite with a wood-burning fireplace and a spa-like en-suite bath with Jacuzzi. A second front-facing bedroom includes its own WBFP and a powder room.
The third floor, you'll find two additional bedrooms, one with a decorative fireplace and a private terrace overlooking the garden, a full bath, and a second washer/dryer for added convenience.
The cellar level provides ample storage, mechanicals, and an additional washer/dryer.
Long term lease preferred.
Additional Features:
Central Air Conditioning
Original Architectural Details
Four Fireplaces
French Doors, Balcony, and Garden Access
Pets: case by case
208 E 78th St
New York, NY 10075
Apartment building
1-4 beds
In-unit dryer
Available units
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$15,750
4 bd, 2.5 ba
2,600 sqft
For rent - Unit 1
Listing by: Corcoran
What's special
Four fireplacesAdditional bedroomsSouth facing gardenDecorative fireplaceHigh ceilingsWide plank wood floorsMarble wood-burning fireplace
Facts, features & policies
Unit features
Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Washer
Flooring
- Hardwood
Other
- Fireplace
Neighborhood: Upper East Side
Areas of interest
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Travel times
Nearby schools in New York
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10P.S. 158 Baylard TaylorGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Jhs 167 Robert F WagnerGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Eleanor Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 208 E 78th St?
208 E 78th St has a walk score of 98, it's a walker's paradise.
What is the transit score of 208 E 78th St?
208 E 78th St has a transit score of 100, it's a rider's paradise.
What schools are assigned to 208 E 78th St?
The schools assigned to 208 E 78th St include P.S. 158 Baylard Taylor, Jhs 167 Robert F Wagner, and Eleanor Roosevelt High School.
Does 208 E 78th St have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 208 E 78th St has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 208 E 78th St in?
208 E 78th St is in the Upper East Side neighborhood in New York, NY.