516 E 78th St #2P
Manhattan, NY 10075
Upper East Side- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
$507,700
as of Aug 24, 2026
$507,700
as of Aug 24, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
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Property Type
Apartment
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About this House
Welcome Home to this rarely available - converted, quiet Two Bedroom One Bath Apartment. Only a short 2 flights up, this beautifully renovated apartment boasts massive floor to ceiling windows, lovely light, high ceilings and 1 Juliet Balcony.
This Stunning Two Bedroom is located at the magnificent Cherokee - A glorious pre-war Beaux Arts landmark building in a charming Upper East Side Neighborhood. This gorgeous building exudes old world charm and is infused with an elegant European Ambiance. Enjoy the trees, the breeze and your Juliet balcony that faces North. The ceilings are high and the brand new windows are oversized. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and elegant oversized cherry wood cabinets. Closets galore include a walk in closet.
The Cherokee features a live-in super, video intercom system, bicycle room, central storage room, a landscaped courtyard and a new laundry room. all utilities included; heat, hot water gas & electric, Steps away from John Jay park and the River promenade makes this apartment a must have.
The Upper East Side has a burgeoning restaurant scene with numerous dining options ranging from Quality Eats, Uva wine bar, Penrose and newcomers Thep and Mission Ceviche which are really thriving. Boutique gourmet food store options include Citarella, Agata & Valentina and the newly renovated Gracie's that added a wine bar. On a larger scale, Whole Foods and Fairway are only blocks away. Orwasher's Bakery (voted the #1 baguette by Time Out NY) is just around the corner and has been baking the classic black-and-white cookie since 1916 - soft and pillowy with a touch of lemon zest! Welcome home!
This Stunning Two Bedroom is located at the magnificent Cherokee - A glorious pre-war Beaux Arts landmark building in a charming Upper East Side Neighborhood. This gorgeous building exudes old world charm and is infused with an elegant European Ambiance. Enjoy the trees, the breeze and your Juliet balcony that faces North. The ceilings are high and the brand new windows are oversized. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and elegant oversized cherry wood cabinets. Closets galore include a walk in closet.
The Cherokee features a live-in super, video intercom system, bicycle room, central storage room, a landscaped courtyard and a new laundry room. all utilities included; heat, hot water gas & electric, Steps away from John Jay park and the River promenade makes this apartment a must have.
The Upper East Side has a burgeoning restaurant scene with numerous dining options ranging from Quality Eats, Uva wine bar, Penrose and newcomers Thep and Mission Ceviche which are really thriving. Boutique gourmet food store options include Citarella, Agata & Valentina and the newly renovated Gracie's that added a wine bar. On a larger scale, Whole Foods and Fairway are only blocks away. Orwasher's Bakery (voted the #1 baguette by Time Out NY) is just around the corner and has been baking the classic black-and-white cookie since 1916 - soft and pillowy with a touch of lemon zest! Welcome home!
516 E 78th St #2P, Manhattan, NY 10075 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment in Upper East Side. It last sold for $475,000 on Mar 14, 2022 (13,094% above the $3,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2025 with an asking price of $4,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 4, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $507,700, with a rent estimate of $4,127/month.
Home Details for 516 E 78th St #2P
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now |
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Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
Comparable Sales for 516 E 78th St #2P
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.29 | Apartment | $775,000 | 06/08/26 | 1 | 1 | 725 sqft | |
0.41 | Apartment | $545,000 | 06/15/26 | 1 | 1 | - | |
0.13 | Apartment | $995,000 | 10/14/25 | 1 | 1.5 | 826 sqft | |
0.15 | Apartment | $475,000 | 11/03/25 | 1 | 465 sqft | ||
0.36 | Apartment | $1,784,177 | 05/11/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,049 sqft | |
0.61 | Apartment | $700,000 | 03/02/26 | 1 | 1 | - | |
0.13 | Apartment | $1 | 02/06/26 | 1 | 1 | - | |
0.08 | Apartment | $3,237,500 | 05/20/26 | 3 | 2.5 | - | |
0.25 | Apartment | $301,000 | 09/25/25 | 1 | - | ||
0.67 | Apartment | $758,888 | 11/17/25 | 1 | 1 | 610 sqft |
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What Locals Say about Upper East Side
At least 1480 Trulia users voted on each feature.
94 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
93 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
92 % Say it's dog friendly
87 % Say streets are well-lit
84 % Say people would walk alone at night
61 % Say kids play outside
61 % Say there's holiday spirit
57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
50 % Say neighbors are friendly
42 % Say it's quiet
30 % Say parking is easy
24 % Say there are community events
18 % Say yards are well-kept
16 % Say car is needed
15 % Say there's wildlife
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Mar 4, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $3,600 |
Feb 27, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $3,600 Price decreased by 6% |
Feb 21, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $3,850 Price decreased by 4% |
Feb 16, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $4,000 |
Mar 14, 2022 Source: N/A | Sold | $475,000 |
Oct 4, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | Pending | $499,999 |
Sep 20, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | PendingToActive | $499,999 |
Aug 27, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | Pending | $499,999 |
Aug 7, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | PriceChange | $499,999 Price decreased by 3% |
Jun 8, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | PriceChange | $515,000 Price decreased by 3% |
Apr 19, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | PriceChange | $529,000 Price decreased by 3% |
Mar 12, 2021 Source: StreetEasy | PriceChange | $545,000 Price decreased by 5% |
Feb 14, 2021 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $575,000 |
Jul 15, 2015 Source: N/A | Sold | $460,000 |
Mar 27, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $429,000 |
Sep 28, 2006 Source: N/A | Sold | $268,000 |
Frequently asked questions about 516 E 78th St #2P
- What is 516 E 78th St #2P estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 516 E 78th St #2P in Manhattan, NY is $507,700.
- What is the price history for 516 E 78th St #2P?516 E 78th St #2P in Manhattan, NY last sold for $475,000 in March 2022.
- Is Manhattan a buyer's or seller's market?Manhattan is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Manhattan?The median sale price in Manhattan is $1.32M. That is up $88.33K from the prior month.
- Does 516 E 78th St #2P have laundry facilities?Yes, 516 E 78th St #2P in Manhattan, NY has in-unit laundry.
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