--- title: "120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075" description: "120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — Townhouse in Lenox Hill, Manhattan, NY. Listing Price $21,995,000. 9 bed, 12 bath, 12,641 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $329,925 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyork/manhattan/10075/120-east-78th-street-ny-10075" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" status: "Active" --- # 120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 Townhouse in Lenox Hill, Manhattan, NY Courtesy of Corcoran Group ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $21,995,000 - **Beds**: 9 - **Total Baths**: 12 - **Sqft**: 12,641 - **Monthly Taxes**: $9,714 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $1,740 - **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible ## The Private Brokerage Advantage As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction. - **Contract Purchase Price**: $21,995,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$329,925* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $21,665,075 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $329,925 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.* [Request a private tour](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Photos (10) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 1 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/35206936-8a88-4e39-967b-5cb11ace913f.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 2 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/a8d73b6b-7678-41b9-93f4-7f599cfe6937.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 3 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/c8030d23-b83d-456e-9640-8458071370d5.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 4 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/a667bab6-16f5-4ab4-a3a4-de3e87699ebd.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 5 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/3b947fc3-a1af-4a1c-aaef-e5a191863d8f.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 6 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/5a16da09-8c9b-4b19-88f3-266e6649f435.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 7 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/05437e84-a369-4ea0-a63b-4ab592aa2e23.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 8 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/2cc392fc-e243-4383-a8c1-283f60122319.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 9 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/714220ac-0999-48b8-b3d9-ca27a862655d.jpg) ![120 East 78th Street, New York City, NY 10075 — photo 10 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/bc999626-8a21-4cef-8bc1-100a7aa3bc13.jpg) ## Property Overview The golden age of glamour meets modern luxury living on Manhattan's Upper East Side in this exquisite townhouse. This architectural gem crafted by the world-renowned duo Delano and Aldrich circa 1930, stands as a testament to timeless elegance combined with modern sophistication. The 8-story Neo-Georgian masterpiece stands out on the East 78th Street idyllic tree-lined block for its iconic facade-a curved marble staircase and iron fence that complements the home's red brick, trimmed in limestone, but that is just the beginning of its story. Inside, the grandeur continues with a French-inspired elliptical staircase. The home boasts six fireplaces, original French paneling, hardwood floors, and intricately carved marble mantels-all thoughtfully restored to preserve the essence of the 1930s. Double exposures and floor-to-ceiling windows bathe the home in natural light, and the property also includes multiple outdoor terraces and a private basketball court. The house has undergone a complete gut renovation, ensuring that while its original detailing is preserved, it is equipped with state-of-the-art amenities including central air, advanced security systems, and integrated smart home features for lighting, high speed internet, and sound. The townhouse totaling over 12,000 square feet features 9 bedrooms and 12 bathrooms, all outfitted with radiant heat floors, ensure comfort in every corner. The property's architectural integrity is highlighted by its magnificent scale and grandeur, with many principal rooms enjoying double exposures. Outdoor spaces are thoughtfully integrated, including a private garden off the first level, charming terraces off the dining room and 7th floor, and a sun-drenched roof deck. A chef's dream, the large kitchen features custom cabinetry, top-of-the-line stainless appliances, and a spacious dining area, making it perfect for both everyday living and grand entertaining. This property is ideal for an end user and/or investment property. Owner/Listing Agent. ## Property Details - **Property Type**: Single Family Residence - **Beds**: 9 - **Total Baths**: 12 - **Rooms**: 15 - **Sqft**: 12,641 sqft - **Stories**: 6 - **Year Built**: 1899 - **Price per Sqft**: $1,740 - **Monthly Taxes**: $9,714 / mo - **Listed On**: Apr 7, 2026 - **Days on Market**: 161 Days ### Residence Features - Central Air - Washer Hookup - In Unit - Balcony - Private Outdoor Space Over 60 Sqft - High Ceilings - Smoke Free - Dishwasher - Washer Dryer Allowed ## Sales Evidence ### Recent closed sales 120 East 78th Street has one recorded sale since September 2021, the most recent for $9,250,000 in November 2022. Prices are the figures recorded with the City, not asking prices. | Unit | Beds | Sold Price | Sold | Source | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Entire property (Single Family Residence) | 8 | $9,250,000 | November 22, 2022 | MLS | ### How this price compares The median closed price for comparable house sales in Lenox Hill is $13,900,000, based on 38 sales between October 2021 and August 2026. This home is asking $21,995,000, $8,095,000 above that median. The middle half of those sales closed between $7,537,500 and $20,115,000. - **Median closed price**: $13,900,000 - **Middle half**: $7,537,500 – $20,115,000 - **Based on**: 38 house sales in Lenox Hill - **Period**: October 2021 – August 2026 - **Median $/ft²**: $1,529/ft² Across the 36 of these sales with a published asking price, the median closed at 89% of what it originally asked. 86% of them closed below the original ask. A house is not part of a building of comparable apartments, so this benchmark is drawn from house sales across Lenox Hill. Apartment sales are excluded from it entirely. ### How these sales were negotiated - **Sold vs original ask**: 89% of the original ask - **Closed below ask**: 86% of 36 sales - **Listed → in contract**: 244 days (about 35 weeks) - **In contract → closed**: 47 days (about 7 weeks) Across the 36 of these sales with a published asking price, the median closed at 89% of what it originally asked. 86% of them closed below the original ask. Half of these homes were in contract within 244 days (about 35 weeks) of coming to market, based on the 36 with a recorded listing date. Once a deal was agreed, closing took a further 47 days (about 7 weeks), based on the 36 with both dates recorded. These are two separate periods measured on different clocks — time to find a buyer, and time from agreed deal to closing. They are medians of different sets of sales and do not add together into a single "days on market" figure. Based on 38 house sales in Lenox Hill, October 2021 – August 2026. Each figure counts only the sales that recorded the dates it needs, which is why the denominators differ. Sale prices are the consideration recorded with the City in ACRIS, and each sale is dated by the day the City recorded it. A closing date reported to the MLS typically falls one to two weeks earlier. Recorded sales describe what has already happened and are not an appraisal, a valuation, or an estimate of what this home will sell for. [See every recorded sale at 120 East 78TH Street](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/120-east-78th-street) ## Property Tax History Taxes at 120 East 78th Street were $125,068 in 2026, up 6.0% from 2025. | Year | Tax Assessment | Land | Additions | Billable Value | Property Tax | Tax Rate | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2026 (FY 2026/27) | $1,378,380 | $399,060 | $979,320 | $622,692 | $125,068 | 20.085% (estimated) | | 2025 (FY 2025/26) | $1,278,540 | $399,060 | $879,480 | $587,447 | $117,989 | 20.085% (estimated) | | 2024 (FY 2024/25) | $1,195,140 | $399,060 | $796,080 | $554,196 | $111,310 | 20.085% | | 2023 (FY 2023/24) | $1,377,180 | $399,060 | $978,120 | $554,196 | $111,310 | 20.085% | | 2022 (FY 2022/23) | $1,127,160 | $399,060 | $728,100 | $537,476 | $109,156 | 20.309% | | 2021 (FY 2021/22) | $1,090,020 | $399,060 | $690,960 | $518,910 | $103,590 | 19.963% | | 2020 (FY 2020/21) | $1,241,460 | $399,060 | $842,400 | $489,539 | $103,023 | 21.045% | | 2019 (FY 2019/20) | $1,250,460 | $399,060 | $851,400 | $461,830 | $97,756 | 21.167% | | 2018 (FY 2018/19) | $461,830 | — | — | $461,830 | $96,610 | 20.919% | | 2017 (FY 2017/18) | $447,897 | — | — | $447,897 | $91,304 | 20.385% | | 2016 (FY 2016/17) | $432,425 | — | — | $432,425 | $86,446 | 19.991% | | 2015 (FY 2015/16) | $407,949 | — | — | $407,949 | $79,770 | 19.554% | | 2014 (FY 2014/15) | $384,859 | — | — | $384,859 | $73,727 | 19.157% | | 2013 (FY 2013/14) | $384,859 | — | — | $384,859 | $73,858 | 19.191% | | 2012 (FY 2012/13) | $373,248 | — | — | $373,248 | $69,308 | 18.569% | | 2011 (FY 2011/12) | $360,355 | — | — | $360,355 | $65,603 | 18.205% | | 2010 (FY 2010/11) | $339,958 | — | — | $339,958 | $59,030 | 17.364% | The City has not published the official FY2026/27 and FY2025/26 tax rates yet. We calculated the tax for those years using the prior year’s rate, so treat them as an estimate rather than a figure the City has adopted. Every rate without the Estimated marker is the published one. Tax Assessment is the assessed value on the City’s roll, and it is the figure other listing sites publish. It is not what the bill is calculated on. New York phases assessment changes in gradually for some tax classes, so the City bills the Billable Value shown beside it, less any exemption the owner holds. It usually trails the assessment, and it can sit above it for a few years after an assessment falls. Figures are the New York City Department of Finance assessment roll for tax lot 1014120063. Assessed and billable values are determined by the City for tax purposes and are not an appraisal or an estimate of market value. Tax classes and rates are set annually and can change. [How we source and calculate NYC property tax data](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/nyc-property-tax-data-methodology) ## About The Building ### 120 East 78th Street 120 East 78th Street, New York, NY 10075 A Townhouse in the neighborhood built in 1899. - **Year Built**: 1899 - **Total Units**: 1 - **Floors**: 6 [View the building page](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buildings/new-york-city/manhattan/120-east-78th-street) ### Available Residences — For Sale (1) | Unit | Beds | Baths | Size | Price / Ft² | Price | Listing Office | Listed Date | Days on Market | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [N/A](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newyork/manhattan/10075/120-east-78th-street-ny-10075) | 9 | 10 | 12,641 sqft | $1,740 | $21,995,000 | Corcoran Group | Apr 7, 2026 | 160 days | ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$120,933 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($4,399,000), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $111,219 - **Property Taxes**: $9,714 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. 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