Last updated on Apr 3, 2026

221 East 78th Street

This 6-story cooperative building from 1946 has 54 apartments and a doorman. Located on the Upper East Side, it offers convenience to restaurants, shopping, and public transportation. Currently, 1 apartment is for sale.

All Apartments For Sale (1) $727 Avg. price/ft²
Recent Sales (8) $701 Avg. price/ft²
All Units in Building (54)

Apt. 6F
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1 bed

1 bath

750 ft²

$727

$545,000 -4.2%

Jan 15, 2026

79 days

#6F: $545,000 (-4.2%) - 1 bed

Apt. 4J

1 bed

1 bath

750 ft²

$515,000 -6.4%

$687

$550,000

Nov 6, 2025

Apt. 6A

1 bed

1 bath

800 ft²

$575,000

$719

$575,000

Oct 16, 2025

Apt. 6B

1 bed

1 bath

$530,000

Dec 4, 2024

Apt. 1D

1 bed

1 bath

$437,500 -6.3%

$475,000

Sep 26, 2024

Apt. 2D

1 bed

1 bath

775 ft²

$540,000 +0.9%

$697

$535,000

Jul 2, 2024

Apt. 5G

2 beds

2 baths

$997,000 +0.7%

$990,000

Dec 8, 2023

Apt. 6HJ

3 beds

3 baths

$1,225,000 -8.9%

$1,345,000

Jan 24, 2023

Apt. 2HJ

3 beds

2 baths

$1,568,100 +2.7%

$1,495,000

Jun 28, 2022

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Overview of 221 East 78th Street

221 East 78th Street is a charming, six-story co-op building constructed in 1946, featuring 54 apartments. The red-brick structure is equipped with a part-time doorman and offers a landscaped courtyard garden, enhancing the appeal of its Upper East Side location. Residents benefit from a live-in superintendent, laundry facilities, bike storage, and additional storage options, all within a pet-friendly environment for cats. The building's proximity to cultural institutions, restaurants, and shopping makes it a desirable residence in the city. Apartments in this building typically showcase spacious layouts with hardwood floors and ample closet space. Notable features include windowed kitchens and bathrooms, with many units offering double exposures for enhanced natural light. For instance, the top-floor apartments, like Apartment 6F, provide serene living spaces with expansive views over tree-lined streets, while the recently renovated kitchens are designed for both functionality and style. The building's location is particularly advantageous, situated just two blocks from the 6 train and close to the Q train and Second Avenue express bus, ensuring easy access to transportation. Residents can enjoy nearby Central Park, museums, and a variety of dining options, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a vibrant urban lifestyle. While the building has undergone several upgrades, including new windows and a boiler conversion from oil to gas, it maintains its classic charm. The cooperative allows for pied-à-terre arrangements and co-purchasing, although dogs are not permitted. Overall, 221 East 78th Street offers a blend of comfort, convenience, and community in one of New York City's most sought-after neighborhoods.

Doorman

Part Time

Type

Co-op

Year Built

1946

Converted: 1984

Apartments

54 (view all units)

Floors

Pets: Small pets only

Neighborhood

Lenox Hill (Manhattan)

Min Down

20%

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Amenities

PT Doorman
Resident Storage
Garden
Washer/Dryer in building
Elevator

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at Lexington Ave 0.16 miles

at Lexington Ave 0.42 miles

Pros & Cons

Very good and central Upper East Side location
Doorman
Convenient to many restaurants
Good local shopping
Not far from subway station and Lenox Hill Hospital
Good cross-town bus service
Sidewalk landscaping
Beautiful common garden

Fire escapes
No garage
No health club

CityRealty Rating

/44

Architecture

/36

Location

/39

Features

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Architecture

30+ remarkable

20-29 distinguished

11-19 average

< 11 below average
Location

27+ remarkable

18-26 distinguished

9-17 average

< 9 below average
Features

22+ remarkable

16-21 distinguished

9-15 average

< 9 below average
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Price/Room (Est)

Why are we displaying the estimated price per room?

For some co-ops, instead of price per square foot, we use an estimate of the number of rooms for each sold apartment to chart price changes over time. This is because many co-op listings do not include square footage information, and this makes it challenging to calculate accurate square-foot averages.

By displaying the price per estimated room count, we are able to provide a more reliable and consistent metric for comparing sales in the building. While we hope that this gives you a clearer sense of price trends in the building, all data should be independently verified. All data provided are only estimates and should not be used to make any purchase or sale decision.

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