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The Charles House, 40 East 78th Street, #5C

$3,995,000 ($1,579 per ft2) | 4 beds, 4 baths | Approx. 2,530 ft2
Building Profile  | 
194 days on Market

Key Details

  • Listed: May 7, 2024
    Last Price Change: ($755,000) on Oct 11
    Days on Market: 194
    Building Type: Condominium
    Neighborhood: Park/Fifth Ave. to 79th St. (Manhattan)
    Doorman: FT Doorman
    Listing viewed 153 times
Monthly Common Charges: $3,018
Monthly Real Estate Taxes: $3,018
Total Taxes & Fees: $6,036 ($2.39/ft2)
Est. Monthly Mortgage: $23,849
Total Est. Monthly Carrying Cost: $29,885 ($11.81/ft2)
Note: the above is based on a down payment of 10% ($399,500), which is the minimum amount permitted by the building.

Insider Highlights

  • Prime Location: This spacious four-bedroom condominium is located in a prime location in New York, close to the Carlyle Hotel, The Mark, the Met, Central Park, and Madison Avenue shopping. It's also conveniently close to public transportation, major cultural institutions, and excellent dining and shopping options.
  • High-End Interior: The condo features custom built-ins and lighting in the living and dining room, a windowed kitchen with custom cabinets, black granite countertops, creme marble backsplash, and Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. It also includes a Miele washer/dryer, custom closets and cabinets in the hallway, and a custom sound dampened den with built-in desk and bookcases.
  • Guest Accommodations: The apartment includes a guest room with an en-suite bath for privacy, providing a comfortable space for visitors.
  • Pet-Friendly: The building is pet-friendly, making it a perfect choice for pet owners.
  • Rich History: Built in 1924 and converted in 1985, the building has a rich history, adding a unique charm and character to the property.
  • Building Amenities: The full-service building offers a 24-hour doorman, private storage, workout room, bike room, and a live-in superintendent. There's also an on-site garage with direct access, a panoramic roof deck with views of the skyline and Central Park, and outdoor entertainment space.

Description

Perhaps the finest location in all of New York, this expansive four bedroom condominium residence is located across the street from the legendary Carlyle Hotel as well as The Mark, and a stones throw from all the best of the Upper East Side, including the Met, Central Park and Madison Avenue shopping.
The corner residence is airy and fill with natural light, thanks to three exposures; east, south and west. A spacious foyer lined with deep closets leads you to the spacious living and dining room, with custom built ins and lighting. The windowed kitchen features custom cabinets, black granite counter tops and creme marble backsplash, along with Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances.

Storage galore! A separate service entrance is wonderful for deliveries and entertaining needs. A perfectly sized custom breakfast banquet tops off this exquisite kitchen.
Off the entry is a discrete area with full bath, Miele washer/dryer, storage and a spacious drying closet. Also off the entry is a wonderful guest room with en-suite bath, allowing your guests a great level of privacy.
The bedroom wing is located behind glass French doors, and features a custom sound dampened den, with built-in desk and bookcases, and three more bedrooms, including the primary.

The hallway of the wing is lined with custom closets and cabinets, including shoe closet, ironing station, linen closet, storage and bookcases,
Also included in the sale at an additional monthly cost is a rarely available staff room located on the first floor. The apartment features a spacious closet, full bath, air conditioning, and a south facing window facing The Carlyle.
The Charles House Condominium is a superb white glove, full service building with an amazing staff and resident manager. The entry, lobby and hallways have just been gorgeously renovated.

The building also features one of the most panoramic roof decks on the Upper East Side with fabulous views of the skyline and Central Park, 24 hour doormen, private storage, work out room, and a bike room. Also, direct access to the on-site garage. Pets are welcomed. There is currently a monthly assessment of $607, and a capital reserve fund of $519 until spring 2025.

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About The Charles House, 40 East 78th Street

75

The Charles House, 40 East 78th Street has received a CityRealty Rating of 75, based on:

 
Architecture

Anything above 30 is remarkable, from 20-29 is distinguished and from 11-19 is average, while below 11 is below average.

 
Location

Anything above 27 is remarkable, from 18-26 is distinguished and from 9-17 is average, while below 9 is below average.

 
Features

Anything above 22 is remarkable, from 16-21 is distinguished and from 9-15 is average, while below 9 is below average.

Rating Summary

25
Out of 44
+
26
Out of 36
+
16
Out of 39
+
8
=
75
Out of 119
 

Architecture Rating: Points Breakdown

Exterior:
Distinguished 6 out of 8 points
Retail Quality:
High-End 5 out of 5 points
Canopy Entrance:
Attractive 2 out of 3 points
Alterations:
Well Done 1 out of 2 points
Plaza Or Atrium:
None 0 out of 3 points
Contextual Design:
No, but OK 1 out of 3 points
Skyline:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Local Visibility:
Highly Visible 2 out of 2 points
Watertank:
Attractively Enclosed 2 out of 2 points
Airconditioners:
Discrete 1 out of 2 points
Free Standing:
Corner 1 out of 2 points
Gargoyles:
None 0 out of 2 points
Garden:
Exists 1 out of 2 points
Fenestration:
Consistent 1 out of 1 points
Landmark:
No 0 out of 2 points
Unity:
Unrelated Base 0 out of 1 points
Illumination:
None 0 out of 1 points
Water Element:
None 0 out of 1 points

Location Rating: Points Breakdown

Street Ambience:
Outstanding 5 out of 5 points
Distance To Neighborhood Center:
Less than 30 blocks 3 out of 5 points
Views:
Impressive 3 out of 4 points
Neighborhood Ambience:
Very Attractive 3 out of 3 points
Traffic Noise:
Considerable 1 out of 3 points
Protected Views:
Only Top Floors 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Subway:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Firedepartment Noise:
No Noise 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Supermarket:
3-5 Short Blocks 1 out of 2 points
Distance To Park:
Less Than 3 Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Distance To Water:
More than 6 Short Blocks 0 out of 2 points
Shopping:
5 or less Short Blocks 2 out of 2 points
Schools:
No Noise 1 out of 1 points
Noise From Nightlife:
None 1 out of 1 points

Features Rating: Points Breakdown

Lobby:
Quite Stylish 3 out of 5 points
Units Per Floor:
5-9 2 out of 5 points
Ceiling:
8-9 Feet 1 out of 4 points
Balconies:
Some 1 out of 3 points
Health Club:
Yes 1 out of 2 points
Private Gardens:
None 0 out of 2 points
Storage Rooms:
Minimal 1 out of 2 points
Bay Windows:
Some 1 out of 1 points
Fireplaces:
None 0 out of 1 points
Door Person:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Concierge:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Elevator Person:
None 0 out of 1 points
Recreational Roof:
None 0 out of 1 points
Driveway:
None 0 out of 1 points
Maids Room:
None 0 out of 1 points
Catering:
None 0 out of 1 points
Garage:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Mixed Use:
Yes 1 out of 1 points
Non Rectilinear Form:
No 0 out of 1 points
Unusual Layouts:
No 0 out of 1 points
Prewar:
No 0 out of 1 points
Other Amenities:
Many 2 out of 2 points

Building Amenities

  • Conversion Year: 1985
  • FT Doorman
  • Resident Storage
  • Full Service Garage
  • Rooftop Terrace
  • Washer/Dryer in building
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Outdoor Entertainment Space
  • In-Unit Washer/Dryer
  • Bike Room
  • Live-In Superintendent
  • Terraces / Balconies

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Pros
  • Interesting indented second-story
  • Doorman
  • Sidewalk landscaping
  • Some Terraces
  • Some bay windows
  • Excellent public transportation
  • Garage
  • Close to many major cultural institutions
  • Attractive- quiet street
  • Close to Subway
Cons
  • No Balconies
  • No sundeck
  • No health club
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