About this property
Investment opportunity! 157 East 78 now $4.9 million. Live/work This 18 Foot wide townhouse has a roof under warranty until 2033, upgraded electricity, 2 new 74 gallon gas powered water heaters, approximately 3139 square feet of indoor living space, an 850 square foot garden and the potential for 869 square feet of expansion space to be confirmed by the purchaser’s architect and the DOB. This meticulously maintained sun filled south facing home is located on one of NYC’s premier treelined, blocks on New York City’s fashionable Upper East Side. This historic home, lends itself to gracious living and entertaining with an expansive parlor floor and lovely private outdoor space for gardening or dining. Enter this residence at street level to an entry hall complete with a powder room, an eat in kitchen and a large and elegant living/dining area with a decorative fireplace that is adjacent to the welcoming outdoor space. On the second floor you will find the expansive double parlor with two decorative fireplaces, a restful study, a mini kitchen and a small powder room. The third and fourth floors provide private space with four bedrooms, three baths and generous closets. The large basement with washer/dryer and small bath provides an opportunity for additional storage, a wine cellar, or a gym. Manhattan’s Upper East Side is home to the Metropolitan and Frick Museums, the aesthetics and recreational facilities of Central Park, haute couture boutiques, as well as renowned cuisine. This is an opportunity not to be missed!